The Funny Bone of Dr. Michael Stone

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Discover the extraordinary world of psychiatrist and author Michael Stone, MD, as he showcases his unique blend of humor and insight. His comedic gifts, refined since his days as a medical resident in the 1960s, shine through in his cartoons that balance sophistication and absurdity. These illustrations pay homage to psychoanalysis with imaginative scenes, like an analyst alligator in the Jurassic Period and a computer listening to its anxious patient. Stone's work explores themes of Eros, city living, aging, and features a delightful menagerie of animals, including an erudite pig who prefers Cicero to pig Latin. Stone's humor extends to his writing, including Animalimericks, an alphabetical journey from Armadillo to Zebra, charmingly illustrated by Jonathan Peck. He offers a playful array of puns, a whimsical poem on philosophers from Ancient Greece to today, and a succinct four-word summation of life. Whether you're a psychoanalyst, a New Yorker at heart, or a fan of The New Yorker, this hilarious compendium can be enjoyed in one sitting or savored slowly. It's a book that invites revisiting time and again, ensuring laughter and reflection with each read.