Norm, Just Norm (Tanstaafl! Eclectic, Enthusiastic, and Eccentric)

Life Story:
Born long ago. Grew up more or less, and travelled on. I've been a Vet's assistant, Dairy farmer, Projectionist, Tour Guide, Sold insurance, mutual funds, and books. My wife and kids put up with me (usually) and Life Is Good.

What types of books you enjoy reading, or what makes you love a book:
Does the book teach me anything new or make me think in a different way? Do I care about what happens to the characters? Those are the main criteria.

The five books I would absolutely need on a desert island would be:
1. Whole Earth Catalog
2. How to Stalk the Wild Asgaragus
3. Compleat Shakespeare
4. Merck Manual
5. Shipbuildiing For Dummies