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Random rules of thumb
Merlin Mann | Feb 15 2005
A bunch of “rules of thumb,” via Google, natch.
The best rule of thumb I always remember is from a book of the same name that’s probably out of print. I think of it every time I skulk around the house acting like a dissatisfied crank:
Got a good, (non-dirty) rule of thumb to share? Update 2005-02-16T11:11: Sharp-eyed GH noticed the wonderful Rules of Thumb books are available used on Amazon. Awesome. Check out the comments for interesting background from the books' editor. 27 Comments
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 Merlin, was the book you...Submitted by GH (not verified) on February 15, 2005 - 4:32pm.
Merlin, was the book you mentioned Rules of Thumb or Rules of Thumb 2 by Tom Parker, circa 1980's? If so, Amazon and Abebooks still have cheap copies available. From the introduction to Rules of Thumb 2: "A rule of thumb is a homemade recipe for making a guess. It is an easy-to-remember guide that falls somewhere between a mathematical formula and a shot in the dark." GH » POSTED IN:
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