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Summary: Hot Damn
Review: I love "Jitterbug Perfume. I keep it on my "most important books" shelf. First time I read it, I was blown away. I mean, I kept saying to myself, "that is so true". There were things in the book I've felt very strongly about and never had the nerve to express them to anyone. You know, the basic musings, but Robbins took them to the next level and the next and the next. I was absolutely delighted. The next time I read it, I had been a rut and damn, I was propelled out of that slump! I've been feeling a little blue again and I think it's time to get some energy going and reread "Jitterbug Perfume". Thank you, Tom Robbins.
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Summary: Great First Half
Review: I am, and have long been, a big TR fan, and I loved the first half of this novel, it was as thought provoking as anything he has written. However, just as MY Attention was peaking, I though Tom lost interest. The last third or so of the novel was not of the same quality. My impression was of an author looking for some way - any way - to wrap things up.
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Summary: Why Can't All Books Be This Good?
Review: The only large novel I've read more than twice. I shall read it again some day. Not for the narrow-minded or mirthless, but an epic delight for the rest of us. All the 5-star ratings on this page say more than I could possibly put in words. Buy it, read it, tell your friends.
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Summary: Of all Tom Robbin's metaphors, I like this one the best.
Review: It's incredible that this book was first published in 1984 and still attracts a constant new stream of excited converts. Although the can 'o beans, stick, conche shell and spoon of 'Skinny Legs and All' give us all a good reason to persevere, it's Jitterbug's bloody red beet and the mysterious blue bottle that really tell us something is going on.As for me, I've been half asleep myself since 'Frog Pajamas' and wait readlessly for the next Robbins journey. Junkie that I am, I just can't seem to read anything else. I'm hooked. If you're looking for a oddysey to lift you out of 21st century techo tripe and make you laugh out loud at life, this is your book. Tom Robbins has the most wonderful way of illustrating life in all it's quirky glory and reminding us to lighten up.
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Summary: Excellent!
Review: A wonderful tale that spans from ancient India to current times. The amazing story of how the lives of many are so intwinned. I love this book and have lent it to many to read. A masterpice, by far the best book by Robbins I have read yet!
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Summary: This book can change your life.
Review: I came across this book by mistake, probably one of the best mistakes I've made. Jitterbug opened up doors I never knew existed. Tom Robbin's philosophy (handed out freely in many of his books) was like none I had ever encountered. All this aside, Jitterbug perfume is one of the best books I have read and I reccommmend it to many. After reading this book you will never think of perfume the same, ahh the scent of Jasmine..........
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Summary: Funk out, daddio
Review: Briefly I found this book to be so sexyly written, so full of joyful jazzy patter, such chicly out there characters, so bongos and cappucino, so acid tab and beads of sweat, so java and funk....by God its a top read.
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Summary: Makes you feel like you're 'spiritual' even if you're not.
Review: This is by no means the kind of book I usually read. I got guilt tripped into reading it when I was given it as a gift and let it sit and gather dust. No regrets, though, as it turns out it's a great story. Follow one man's quest for immortality (and freedom from graying hair) as he discovers the amazing powers contained within such banal things as beets and bath-water. Hint: the secret to long life? : Good clean livin'.
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Summary: This book cleverly combines passion with philosophy
Review: Tom Robbins proves his ability as a world class author in this excellent fantasy novel, which takes the reader through the ages and cleverly combines passion with philosophical reflection. The analogies used by Robbins and the vivid language bring this intriguing saga of love and the quest for immortality to life.
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Summary: His best work
Review: With his humorous turns of phrase and outragous metaphores, Robbins is able to convey some important information inside this entertaining story. How Christianity and Paganism have blended into one. What Pan represents and how we age and don't age. A pure joy! Robbins is one of our greatest writers!
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