The 5 books you would give with double (or triple) meaning and yes, I said five
Today is the Book Day, Saint George, And from here we want to dedicate a post to culture. Because there's no better gift than a book. The look of uncertainty on their faces as they unwrap the package, wondering what's inside, watching them touch it, asking what it will be like, mentally calculating its dimensions while thinking they won't be able to handle it or that they'll devour it any afternoon or evening. Their faces light up with surprise when they see it in front of them, just from reading the title. Nothing like a good… book.
Furthermore, it's not just the gift itself, but the power books have to convey messages and, yes, to say what you don't quite dare to say yourself. If you're one of those people, here are 5 recommendations with double and triple meanings, along with their associated, carefully crafted objectives.
1. The Art of Listening, Erich Fromm
A perfect classic to give to your brother-in-law who does nothing but shout at family gatherings. The know-it-all who just claims he reads it on Facebook. He'll probably tell you he's already read it when he sees it, and it'll end up in a drawer with the other hundred he never got past the first page of.
It's also a great gift for that friend who only ever talks about himself, or who, in every conversation where you want to tell him something, says, "I'll finish up, then you can tell me." And he talks nonstop, round after round, and all you hope is that after all that rambling, at least he'll pay.
It's likely that neither of them will read it, but at least the message has been sent, which in the end was the only thing that mattered to us.
2. Call me by your name, André Aciman
Who hasn't had fantasies about family friends or people they "shouldn't" be with because they work at the same place, live in the same building, have the same teacher, or belong to the same religious congregation… and not quite known how to handle it? This book is the basis for a highly publicized film that tells the story of a young man who becomes infatuated with a friend of his father's—a clever young man, considering the friend's condition.
If you have a crush you're too shy to tell how you feel and you want to send a subtle message... or not so subtle..., this is the perfect book for you.
Furthermore, two things can happen: either she won't like the idea at all, in which case you have the excuse that it's a book that has received a lot of awards and it was recommended to you without reading what it was about, or she'll like the idea and then... there won't be a hedge you won't be touching after reading it.
3. Paquita Salas. Survivor: My Memoirs
Based on the Netflix series Paquita Salas, it's equal parts tenderness and humor. Paquita is a television icon who has published her long-awaited memoirs. Paquita's book It's perfect to give as a gift to two types of people: your boss and any crazy friend.
The first group needs to understand that you can be a leader and smile from time to time, and the second group needs to understand that, despite playing along, you've known for a long time that their life is just an Instagram filter.
3. The Kamasutra (and any of its variants)
Tired of spending hours in front of the TV with your partner and not getting a single kiss? It's time to spice things up.
Perfect as a gift for your partner or favorite friend to break out of a rut. It's a great way to say, "Honey, I'm sorry, but sex with you is boring, or I need to explore new horizons"—and no, we're not talking about the G-spot.
It's also perfect as a gift for your future partner, although in this case we recommend that you read the book yourself first. The message will be clear, “Get ready for the day I get you because Cuenca is nothing compared to what I'm going to make you see.From here, we strongly recommend that you warm up and stretch beforehand.
Of course, if you're giving the Kamasutra, pair it with our Giggleberries aftershave and pre-party cream to make sure she gets the hint right away. Roses are overrated, but smelling good from a rosebush isn't.
4. Books for Dummies
Right off the bat, any book in the "Dummies" series is perfect to give to coworkers or friends. You can say, "Here, let me explain the basics because I've run out of colored chalk, and otherwise you'll have a hard time understanding it."
From learning a language, sales, philosophy… to the stock market. The best thing is to choose the one that suits you best. For example, let's say you have a friend who acts like he knows everything about a subject, but you know he doesn't have a clue. Well, then, a book on politics or football is the answer.
And to complete the perfect kit, Along with the book you choose, include our cream Handsomefyer. Let's not kid ourselves, there's a lot of posing involved in reading, and since you're going to upload a photo with the book, at least make sure you look good in it. 😜
Siwon
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