The Portable Dad: Fix-It Advice for When Dad's Not Around
For college students, twentysomethings, and anyone else who keeps Dad on speed-dial for car emergencies, plumbing woes, appliance advice, and more. Take Dad's know-how with you everywhere you go This... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0762435283
ISBN13:9780762435289
Release Date:April 2009
Publisher:Running Press Book Publishers
Length:240 Pages
Weight:0.40 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 5.0" x 6.9"
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A must-have when you're heading out on your own
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
This is the book I wish I had when I first moved out on my own. It covers all the stuff everybody should know about safely and correctly maintaining our cars to computers to house maintenance, such as painting, plumbing, and electrical, and it does so in a very eye-catching, easy to read, and humorous manner. Not only is it filled with useful information, but it's just plain fun to read too. It taught me quite a few things I wish I'd known a few years back. Highly recommended!
Memories of Dear Old Dad
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
Even if you're handy around the house or apartment, this book will remind you of all the things you learned from Dear Old Dad. But, if you weren't paying attention, The Portable Dad will give you a refresher course. Only this dad takes his time, keeps his cool and makes it fun. And he tells you only what you need to know! From keeping air in your tires and checking the oil, to buying must-have tools and painting your first room, to hanging pictures and fixing that running toilet, this book will help you successfully make the transition from living in HIS house, to living in YOUR house. Oh, and he tells you when something might be a little too tough to handle by yourself. In which case, you might want to give Dear Old Dad a call!
Funny and useful
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
I did something with my advanced copy of "The Portable Dad" that I seldom do with an advanced copy - read the whole thing. It's very funny, and useful. It's amazing how much I didn't know about basic maintenance and repair. The author calls this a how-to for people who don't really care how-to. That captures it well. It gives me the minimum info I need to keep my stuff working. And it gives it to me clearly and with a sense of humor. I'll keep "The Portable Dad" handy.
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