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Why is a raven like a writing desk?

Thoughts both confusing and enlightening.

Why is a raven like a writing desk?

Thoughts both confusing and enlightening.

The leaders so far

elbeno, 3 October, 2007

And after the first leg of this thrilling catalogue, Isaac Asimov is way out in front with 33 titles. Bill Bryson is in second place, just edging out Douglas Adams and the chasing pack of Time-Life editors. Collins and Penguin are neck-and-neck vying for the publisher’s cup, and the year 1994 had a very strong showing today.

Of course, I’ve only got halfway through the Cs, so it’s still anybody’s race.

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