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by Andrews McMeel Publishing

"In victory, you deserve champagne; in defeat, you need it," stated Napoleon Bonaparte. Inspired by the iconic World War II poster "Keep Calm and Carry On," Keep Calm and Drink Up is a gentle riff on the classic British war campaign.The original slogan inspired a stiff upper lip and optimistic energy, but Keep Calm and Drink Up proves that in the long run, it's a stiff drink and flowing spirits that really motivate the masses. Keep Calm and Drink Up features more than 100 proverbs and mantras from the likes of James Joyce, Ernest Hemingway, Rumi, Dave Barry, and Garrison Keillor, "There comes a time in every woman's life when the only thing that helps is a glass of champagne." --Bette Davis* "I know the truth is in between the first and fortieth drink." --Tori Amos* "Twenty-four hours in a day, twenty-four beers in a case. Coincidence?" --Stephen Wright* "Only Irish coffee provides in a single glass all four essential food alcohol, caffeine, sugar and fat." --Alex Levine

Genres: Humor, Nonfiction

Unknown Binding

First published January 1, 2010

About the author

We aspire to bring joy to people’s lives through the work of our talented creators. Since 1970, AMU has honed an uncanny ability to tap into the zeitgeist of popular culture to nurture and share the fresh, new voices that resonate with their generation and remain relevant for years to come. While other companies try to mitigate surprises, we anticipate disruption and embrace change. Our growth and forward momentum come from taking creative risks and finding new ways to share the unique and powerful messages of our creators with the world.

Reviews

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another in a series of minibook fripperies loosely linking itself to the famous British slogan from WWII. The quotes inside are entertaining enough to peruse over a glass or two, though some of them you'd have to be seriously drunk to think they had anything to do with drinking. Less a book than a party favor, but worth a glance all the same.

[Dannuel Delizo · Rating 3 out of 5]

So many quotes from Winston Churchill and Ernest Hemingway. Funny people!