Review of Of Zots and Xoodles
Posted: 24 Aug 2021, 14:04
[Following is a volunteer review of "Of Zots and Xoodles" by Zarqnon the Embarrassed.]
Of Zots and Zoodles is a science fiction book by Zarqnon the Embarrassed that incorporates several genres in its writing style. From the onset, we are introduced to a pragmatic depiction of the origin of the world. There is a performer by the name of Theodil. He is surrounded by a skeptical crowd awaiting what he has to offer. As he starts, the crowd jeers at him and is quick to dismiss his work as meaninglessness and preposterous. But he takes on courage and begins his explanations. He uses dice with dots that he calls Zots. He also has threads that look like noodles, which he calls Xoodles. Before him is the task of explaining the origin of the universe to the already worked-up crowd. As he continues, there is growing tension. Will he manage to pass his ideas?
The whole concept of this book is the attempt to explain how the universe came into existence. While doing so, the author went into great depth to research. All through the book, there are snippets of scientific principles. He also breaks the monotony of seriousness by incorporating humor in the writings. The book is written poetically and has illustrations of what Theodil is presenting. Some of the demonstrations are complex, but they try to depict the task that Theodil has.
What I loved most about this book is the use of analogies. Theodil uses simple but practical objects to drive his point home. The author accurately depicts the most common reaction by people when introduced to something new. When someone challenges what they have believed to be true for the longest time, they get agitated. The brilliance of the book is almost incomprehensible. As you read through, you can feel a difference in the way of writing. Zarqnon's level of imagination is incredible. Another notable aspect is when the child comes in. The child's inquisitive nature allows him to make more of his point.
There was nothing I disliked about this book. The only concern I had was the English language used. The book may be a little incompressible to some people. The book requires patience and is readable in one sitting. This is because the complexity in the writing style may make one lose the flow of the book.
I did not find any errors, and I believe the book was exceptionally edited. I rate it 4 out of 4 stars. I recommend the book to lovers of sciences, especially physics. I also believe that open-minded people may find the whole idea of the universe and its origin quite captivating. This was a book worth reading.
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Of Zots and Xoodles
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Of Zots and Zoodles is a science fiction book by Zarqnon the Embarrassed that incorporates several genres in its writing style. From the onset, we are introduced to a pragmatic depiction of the origin of the world. There is a performer by the name of Theodil. He is surrounded by a skeptical crowd awaiting what he has to offer. As he starts, the crowd jeers at him and is quick to dismiss his work as meaninglessness and preposterous. But he takes on courage and begins his explanations. He uses dice with dots that he calls Zots. He also has threads that look like noodles, which he calls Xoodles. Before him is the task of explaining the origin of the universe to the already worked-up crowd. As he continues, there is growing tension. Will he manage to pass his ideas?
The whole concept of this book is the attempt to explain how the universe came into existence. While doing so, the author went into great depth to research. All through the book, there are snippets of scientific principles. He also breaks the monotony of seriousness by incorporating humor in the writings. The book is written poetically and has illustrations of what Theodil is presenting. Some of the demonstrations are complex, but they try to depict the task that Theodil has.
What I loved most about this book is the use of analogies. Theodil uses simple but practical objects to drive his point home. The author accurately depicts the most common reaction by people when introduced to something new. When someone challenges what they have believed to be true for the longest time, they get agitated. The brilliance of the book is almost incomprehensible. As you read through, you can feel a difference in the way of writing. Zarqnon's level of imagination is incredible. Another notable aspect is when the child comes in. The child's inquisitive nature allows him to make more of his point.
There was nothing I disliked about this book. The only concern I had was the English language used. The book may be a little incompressible to some people. The book requires patience and is readable in one sitting. This is because the complexity in the writing style may make one lose the flow of the book.
I did not find any errors, and I believe the book was exceptionally edited. I rate it 4 out of 4 stars. I recommend the book to lovers of sciences, especially physics. I also believe that open-minded people may find the whole idea of the universe and its origin quite captivating. This was a book worth reading.
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Of Zots and Xoodles
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon