Uncle John's Supremely Satisfying Bathroom Reader

by Bathroom Readers' Institute

Supreme satisfaction awaits you in Uncle John’s 14th all-new edition, which covers a whole host of topics—from the silly (a branding iron for hot dogs), to the bizarre (an exploding whale), to the profound (the rise of the Democratic and Republican parties). Since 1987, the Bathroom Readers’ Institute has led the movement to stand up for those who sit down and read in the bathroom (and everywhere else for that matter). With more than 11 million books in print, the Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader series is the longest-running, most popular series of its kind in the world.

Where else could you learn how soap works, why people started tipping, and the history of chocolate? Uncle John rules the world of information and humor, so get ready to be thoroughly entertained. Read all about…

Dumb 9-1-1 calls
22 things that fell from the sky
How Star Trek went from failed series to cult phenomenon
The origins of football, photography, soap operas, and paperclips
Quack medicines from yesterday and today
The “Uplifting” history of the bra
And much more!

Genres: Nonfiction, Humor, Trivia, Reference, History, Science

522 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2001

About the author

The Bathroom Reader's Institute UJBR boasts more than 12 million books in print and a membership base topping 40,000 loyal readers . . .

Reviews

[Dan]

This will serve as a review to all of the Uncle John's Bathroom Readers, not just this particular volume.

So, do you like interesting facts? What about funny stories? Humorous quotes? And do you sometimes need something to read on the can? Well then I have the perfect set of books for you.

Uncle John's Bathroom Readers are 300 pages of laughs, wisdom, and things you didn't ever necessarily need to know. Perfect for a quick bit of reading, not just in the bathroom but everywhere that you might need to escape for a few minutes.

[Lucas]

Gotta have some free fun reading :)

[Bob Cantrell]

What can be said about a trivia junkies fix, but it is always good, never filling, or lacking in fun. This is not my first nor will it be my last. There is just too most to find out.

[William]

Yes, I read this everywhere BUT the bathroom! such an addictive book, one of those reads that, like eating potato chips, you just can't stop! :) A must read!

[Steven Jay]

Another excellent edition of Uncle John's Bathroom Reader!

Some of the main articles in this edition:

Pele’s Curse: Can a park be cursed? Take some lava rocks or black sand from Hawaii’s Volcanoes National Park & find out the hard way.
Who Financed The Revolution?: How a man named Robert Morris kept the American colonists' revolt against Britain funded.
The Curse of Macbeth: The Shakespeare play that has taken human lives.
They Always Get Their Man: The birth of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police & their original mission.
Palm Pilot: The how & why of palm reading.

....and much more!

Also, among some of the regular Bathroom Reader features:
-You’re My Inspiration
-Famous For 15 Minutes
-Strange Lawsuits
-Behind The Hits
-Dumb Crooks

…and more!

[Taylor]

I thought that the Bathroom Readers are incredible as well as information for most ages.I enjoyed learning about The Star Spangled Banner,the worlds first camera,and volcanoes.I also adored the quizzes and fun facts at the bottom of the page.I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to just sit and learn all sorts of things in a book or they just want a conversation starter when they are with their friends.

[melhara]

Found this miniature edition in the laundry room as I was washing my clothes so I figured I may as well read through it while I wait for the washing machine to finish its cycle (I guess it's not just meant to be used while in the bathroom).

I've never read anything from BRI before but now I know why their books are so popular. They're filled with fun and interesting facts that are addicting to read. I particularly enjoyed the history of bras, which is pretty random but quite fascinating.

[Bunko]

This is just a little book chalked full of information. Some would consider it worthless information, but information none the less. It really keeps pulling you in, and the little plunger is just irresistible. I think I might get the large copy. Read this one on the plane. Open your mind to a completely senseless book just for one short day and take this one in.

[Andrew]

These "Bathroom Readers" are great. Though ive never actually read one in a bathroom. They are filled with fun little facts about history science and other things you might find interesting. They're fun!

[Karin]

Uncle Johns Bathroom readers and more than bathroom reading. The series contains tid-bits of useless and useful information for all. Funny, interesting, and mind boggeling this is a good series for any trivia buff or novice detective wanting to learn more.....

[Ubiquitousbastard]

I don't know what it is about these books that make me read them. Some of the facts/stories are oversimplified and it's not like it's stellar writing to begin with. Whatever it is, again I forsook all my fiction and read this cover to cover (so to speak).

[Kevin]

I love trivia. I thoroughly appreciate random facts. There is literally - and legibly - something for everyone in this book. It will make you feel a little smarter upon exiting the lavatory and a little lighter for it too.

[Danielle]

I love this book, even outside the powder room. It's filled with useless trivia, just like my brain.

[Kristen]

i LOVE these books - they are full of tidbits of information that are useful, interesting or just down right fun to learn about.

[Kyla]

I CAN'T RESIST THIS... IT'S AN AWESOME BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Ivy]

My husband read this one and really liked it...he has read several books in this series.

[Penny]

It's fine. It is what it is.

[Jo]

Uncle John, you gather so many interesting bits.

[Erikka]

Did not read all, skipped around to interesting articles.

[Child960801]

I love Bathroom Readers. Lots of amusement.

[Tony]

started 23 June 2012; lots of interesting info

[HeavyReader]

Another great book in one of my favorite series. This collection features several pieces on the history of photography and the history of football.

[Z]

Always time well spent.

[Caitlynn]

best book ever.

[Brian]

I've read all 25! Love them!