The discussion of bodily functions in literature

[LoisCHenderson]

I have an author friend who wrote a book about incidences of bodily function mishaps. I suppose that it's probably funny to read. Unfortunately I'm not inclined to read a book that's completely devoted to the topic. However, if it's interspersed within a story with only a few incidents, and if they are funny, I wouldn't mind it or would likely like it if they were funny.

What's the title of the book, and who's the author? Maybe some of the OBC members would like to read it.

[lbhatters]

The author is S. Jane Gari and Heidi R. Willis.

It's called Flush This Book: True Tales of Bodily Malfunctions

[LoisCHenderson]

The author is S. Jane Gari and Heidi R. Willis.

It's called Flush This Book: True Tales of Bodily Malfunctions

Did you know that it's on discount today for only $0.99? I'm definitely going to get it
! Thanks so much for letting us know!

[LoisCHenderson]

The author is S. Jane Gari and Heidi R. Willis.

It's called Flush This Book: True Tales of Bodily Malfunctions

Did you know that it's on discount today for only $0.99? I'm definitely going to get it
! Thanks so much for letting us know!

Just bought it - oh the joys of e-books that one can have such immediate access!

[becsimpson]

The author is S. Jane Gari and Heidi R. Willis.

It's called Flush This Book: True Tales of Bodily Malfunctions

Did you know that it's on discount today for only $0.99? I'm definitely going to get it
! Thanks so much for letting us know!

Just bought it - oh the joys of e-books that one can have such immediate access!

Getting in on this too! Sounds really fun!

[Eileen R]

I find it a bit weird to be reading about bodily functions. So far I haven't encountered a book that vividly describes it but I don't see anything to be embarrassed about. After all, we all do it, right?

[lbhatters]

I'm so glad to hear two people here bought the book. Let me know what you think

[LoisCHenderson]

I find it a bit weird to be reading about bodily functions. So far I haven't encountered a book that vividly describes it but I don't see anything to be embarrassed about. After all, we all do it, right?

Just that some make a fetish of it, which is grotesque (in terms of my way of thinking - I am most definitely not into copraphilia!) ...

[LoisCHenderson]

I'm so glad to hear two people here bought the book. Let me know what you think

Shall do!!

[folkshot]

Having to pee while wearing waders would be a real trial! I always lament to my husband that he and the boys have it easy when we're on a trip. They can just pull off to the side of the road with minimal exposure. Women just aren't so lucky, unless we use a "she wee" spout. Anyone tried those? Definitely look like they have a learning curve.

[LoisCHenderson]

Having to pee while wearing waders would be a real trial! I always lament to my husband that he and the boys have it easy when we're on a trip. They can just pull off to the side of the road with minimal exposure. Women just aren't so lucky, unless we use a "she wee" spout. Anyone tried those? Definitely look like they have a learning curve.

And that's definitely not the 'curve' that most men think of when they think of women ...LOL!!

[juliusotinyo]

Bodily functions are quite frightening although sometimes funny.

Do you remember that movie where a whole group of scientists gets miniaturised to explore inside the human body? The worst part of such an adventure must surely be its ending LOL!!

Hahaha this is quite funny.

This subject reminds me a lot about say The Walking Dead. I love the show, but I guess a scene or two of Rick Grimes picking some contraceptives on his next pharmacy raid won't hurt....

[mcfeealexis]

I have never really payed attention to characters in books during normal bodily functions. I think the most they ever do is just stated that a person is either going to the toilet or taking a shower, unless it has something to do with the story or one of the characters.
As in one book that I read were one of the main characters had a phobia of people peeing the shower. In that book the characters had address someone acusing them of peeing in the shower and they had a whole discussion about it. I do not mind not have bodily functions stated in detail because I believe it would not add to the story or the plot so it would be a waste.

[LoisCHenderson]

Bodily functions are quite frightening although sometimes funny.

Do you remember that movie where a whole group of scientists gets miniaturised to explore inside the human body? The worst part of such an adventure must surely be its ending LOL!!

Hahaha this is quite funny.

This subject reminds me a lot about say The Walking Dead. I love the show, but I guess a scene or two of Rick Grimes picking some contraceptives on his next pharmacy raid won't hurt....

Your comment is brilliant!! It's about time there was some levity in the OBC - there are far too many goody two-shoes in here!! Take the saccharine out of the sweetness ...

[juliusotinyo]

Thanks, my comments have been referred to as such in this forum. I guess 'correctness' has its place but in some subjects it contradicts objective discussions.