At their best, radically random Tumblr gems are like a big crazy thought salad, with specific historical facts and pop culture references mingling with weird photos of animals in strange situations, as well as some surprisingly dark musings on bones for good measure. These totally bizarre and random Tumblr nuggets have no direction and they should be no other way.
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This quick and funny Tumblr thread addresses the absurd and unnecessary nature of intellectual elitism. Just cause some writing isn't the most popular thing in school (or anywhere else) doesn't mean that it doesn't possess value. Some folks accept that, some folks don't. If you're looking for another Tumblr rabbit hole to fall down, check out the recent thread that looks at the discreet genius behind Nick Fury, in a famous scene from Captain America: The First Avenger.
If that didn't fill your cup, then check out these Tumblr gems of historical persuasion.
One does not simply bring up the Orangutan at an Edgar Allen Poe conference, unless they are ready to brandish their sharpest mental swords, and to debate, breathlessly, until there is steam coming out of their ears, and fire in the pit of their hearts. Yes, the Orangutan has a bit of a reputation in the community of Edgar Allen Poe academics. Saying "Orangutan" at a Poe conference is basically equivalent to muttering "Voldemort" at Hogwarts. Tis a big no-no. If you're looking for more wild Tumblr threads, check out the recent thread where Tumblr went full mythological scientist on dragon evolutions. Fun stuff.
Via Andy Atkins
Seriously though, how do you write so fast Stephen King? Go to 50:08 for the moment!
