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(More customer reviews)Like the other reviewers, I thought I had imagined this book, one of my favorites from the local library when I was a kid. I was very excited when I was able to locate a copy. Yes, it is a very interesting and unique puzzle book... But I think I can guess why no publisher is bringing it back into print. In today's society, where there is increasing concern about children's violence, there may be many people who would object to several items in the book. For instance, the cookbook section describes in detail how to capture a bratty little sister, tie her up and "pretend" to eat her for a meal (Boiled Kvetch)... How to scare a pretty girl who is teasing you with sticky syrup (Candied Peach), or how to add a dead mouse to spinach (Infested Spinach). Standard fare from Rockwell, the guy who taught us all how to Eat Fried Worms, but there would certainly be some child in America who will actually try out some of Rockwell's suggestions, landing the author and publisher in some sort of lawsuit. So, Parents, if these kinds of things worry you, DO NOT GET THIS BOOK FOR YOUR KIDS. On the other hand, its a great book for grownups to enjoy.
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