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Now that your mouthpiece is no longer visible at university what suggestions do you have for introducing intellectual whimsy onto campus?
There is still lots of whimsy in the library. I’d suggest perusing the QC section of the collection, particularly QC801-QC809.
Where did the answer book go? Can we see it somewhere? Can you find someone else to keep answering questions, although I doubt he/she will be able to fill your epic shoes…?
With the assistance of a Pratt alum who has connections at NASA, the book is being prepared to be launched into space as [...]
Answer Person Retires
By Library Answer Person On September 30, 2010 · Leave a Comment · In About AP, Duke, Duke Libraries
Friends,
For the past 28 years, I’ve enjoyed answering your questions about life and the Libraries. But, alas, it was time for me to retire. Over the years, I’ve been inspired by your curiosity, at times challenged by your obscure references, and always flattered that you were reading. At other times, I must admit, [...]
Why don’t you provide a writing utensil (that could be tied down) with which to write in this book? [3594C]
[written in answer space: “You’re at Duke. Ask your dad to send you some $.” In other hand, with arrow to above comment: “No need to be sexist.” In other hand: “One is provided, theft [...]
Pretty good post. I just stumbled upon your site and wanted to say that I have really enjoyed reading your blog posts. In any case I’ll be subscribing to your feed and I hope you write again soon!
Thanks. You’ve made my day a little sunnier.
11/16/09 How long does it take you to answer these questions (in the book) vs. the blog? [3592C]
Aren’t you clever, posing this question online and in the book on the same date? I answered the former the next day, and am just getting to the latter. So the short answer is that online [...]
What is your name? What is your quest? What is your favorite color? [3588A]
I am Hypotenuse (like Bono and Cher, I have just one name), a funambulist destined to walk above the gap between accuracy and silliness. I’m drawn to certain shades of green.
Blog / Answer Book Comparison: a critical analysis
By Library Answer Person On November 17, 2009 · Leave a Comment · In About AP, Lobby Book, Statistics
How long does it take you to answer questions on this blog vs. the answer book?
Funny you should ask. With the support of a small grant, one so insignificant, in fact, that it could be considered fictional, I’ve recently contracted with an outside entity – the Center for Regional Analytics and Performance – to [...]
How old are you? Who are you? [3561B]
I am the ageless sum of my answers.
Are copies of the excellent 1993 compilation of your work still available for purchase?
Alas, no. But you can gorge yourself on AP Q&A since 1982 at the Answer Person page. Just look in the menu on the right side of the page under Pages / Perkins Library Edition / 1982-1993.
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