The book is a collection of philosophical gems that Daniel Klein started gathering during his college years, filling a notebook under the general title "Laconic." Each laconic excerpt, from Epicurus to Emerson, from the Bible to Samuel Beckett, is accompanied by Daniel Klein's unmatched charming and insightful commentary.

In the following pages, the beloved witty philosopher tackles the greatest questions of life, makes us chuckle, and enlightens us.

"A refreshing and invigorating dive into the depths of thought." Booklist

"We all know that philosophy is not for laughter, and Klein's book shows us that it should be... I can't imagine a better guide!" Matt Staggs, Biographile

"A wonderful book for every stage of our lives. Even when explaining the theory behind each word, Klein does so in a way that is understandable even to the most clueless reader on philosophical issues." Library Journal