[bdn_]

"How to Sharpen Pencils" [1] by David Rees is one of my favorite books. Highly recommend it for its perfect blend of satire, actual in-depth analysis, and absurdity.

[1] https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/214252/how-to-sharp...

[trynewideas]

cf. the film version: https://vimeo.com/60718161

[becquerel]

I have a particular affection for the chapter where he teaches you how to sharpen pencils with your mind.