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Title: The Philosophical Strangler by Eric Flint ISBN: 0-7434-3541-9 Publisher: Baen Books Pub. Date: 01 March, 2002 Format: Mass Market Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $7.99 |
Average Customer Rating: 3.71 (14 reviews)
Rating: 4
Summary: Great start--funny with a twist--but doesn't quite finish
Comment: THE PHILOSOPHICAL STRANGLER starts off hot--with a great combination of adventure and humor. Grayboar, a strangler with an inclination to philosophy, and his business manager Ignace, have a good thing going. There's no lack of customers and Ignace hoards every penny he can. So long as they can stay away from politics and religion, they've got it made. A philosophical strangler is inherently funny and author Eric Flint's writing, humorous insights, and throw aways (e.g., Grayboar's girlfriend is Schrodenger's Cat) will keep you laughing
Naturally, they can't quite follow Ignace's rules. Ignace (the narrator)loses the argument to Grayboar's philosophy and the two end up plunged deep into both politics and especially religion.
The second half of this novel becomes a much more predictable adventure story. I was disappointed to find that Grayboar's philosophy somehow got lost. Although Ignace stayed consistent (and consistently funny), the second half felt as if it was running short a cylinder.
I enjoyed this book and feel no shame in recommending it. Unfortunately, it fell slightly short of the promise offered in the first half.
Rating: 4
Summary: A wonderfully whimsical and satirical, if wandering, fantasy
Comment: I found this book a wonderful blend of moral and philosophical commentary and fantasy/mind candy. It didn't read like many fantasies because the plot was not the author's main interest. Rather it seemed as though Flynt wanted to present ideas for both the characters and the reader to mull and idle over, which I just loved. I will say that because of this, the book rambles and wanders rather than leading a clear path from point to point. If you don't like that style, you will probably dislike the book immensely. But for the reader who wants a little intellectual fodder with their fantasy, I think this is a great choice and I am personally hoping to find that others of Flynt's books provide more of the same. And in contrast with other reviewers, I enjoyed the ending. While it was somewhat anticlimactic, I found the ending unpredictable and satisfyingly appropriate for the characters.
Rating: 4
Summary: Flighty Fancy
Comment: This novel was an utter delight. Do not let the title fool you, there is no real need to understand the philosophical contents of the novel to truely enjoy it.
You have fun poked at philosphy, human nature, politics, the whole works.
There is always a joke or pun to be had, nary a page where you don't at least chuckle.
The story is told from a the first person (Ignance) who is the Strangler's Agent. Ignance gives his insight to everything those around him do, adding his own flare to the actions of others.
You find yourself laughing at his interpretation of events.
In short, its a whimsical tale which pokes fun at human nature, and a joy to read.
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Title: Forward the Mage by Eric Flint, James P. Baen, James Baen ISBN: 0743471466 Publisher: Baen Books Pub. Date: 01 August, 2003 List Price(USD): $7.99 |
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Title: Rats, Bats & Vats by Dave Freer, Eric Flint ISBN: 0671318284 Publisher: Baen Books Pub. Date: 28 August, 2001 List Price(USD): $7.99 |
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Title: Pyramid Scheme by Dave Freer, Eric Flint ISBN: 0743435923 Publisher: Baen Books Pub. Date: February, 2003 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
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Title: Crown Of Slaves by David Weber, Eric Flint ISBN: 0743471482 Publisher: Baen Books Pub. Date: 01 September, 2003 List Price(USD): $25.00 |
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Title: March to the Stars by David Weber ISBN: 0743435621 Publisher: Baen Books Pub. Date: 01 January, 2003 List Price(USD): $26.00 |
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