In "Nuts to Crack; or Quips, Quirks, Anecdote and Facete of Oxford and Cambridge Scholars," Richard Gooch offers a delightful tapestry of wit and wisdom, showcasing the eccentricities and intellectual dexterity of the renowned scholars from these historical institutions. Employing a light-hearted narrative style rich with anecdotes, Gooch crafts a literary mosaic that intertwines humor with keen observations on academic life. This collection does not merely spotlight the brilliance of thes...

Two thousand litres of sassafras oil is enough ingredient to manufacture 2.5 million tablets of pure MDMA aka Ecstasy with a street value of over 30 Million Euros. Sassafras oil is difficult to make, harder to find and almost impossible to smuggle. Garry Carter is 39 and starving for adventure and a sense of meaning in his life. He decides to put everything on the line – including his life – to deliver this huge shipment from where it is produced high up in the Cardamom Mountains of Cambod...

In "Nuts to Crack; or Quips, Quirks, Anecdote and Facete of Oxford and Cambridge Scholars," Richard Gooch embarks on a delightful exploration of the eccentricities and idiosyncrasies that define the scholarly lives within two of the world's most prestigious universities. Combining sharp wit and astute observation, Gooch elegantly weaves anecdotes and lively storytelling, highlighting the humorous and often absurd moments that emerge from academic pursuits. The book is not only a rich tapes...