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81 Jokes for the ZX81

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Article text · 107 words · 1 segments analyzed

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Rob ManuelRob Manuel (creator of Fesshole and co-founder of B3ta.com) set himself an absurd task. Write 81 jokes for the ZX81, illustrate them himself and use only the ZX81 character set. Features 81 jokes painstakingly drawn using 1981's Sinclair ZX81 graphics. Followed by the author's reminiscences and comic deviations on computing, creativity, and culture in the 1980s. If you loved the ZX81, this book is for you.£20.00Pre-order: ships from 3 December 2026.Ships from the UK. Outside the UK, import VAT or duties may be due on delivery.DetailsPublisherSpelk PressPublished3 December 2026Pages240BindingSewn hardbackISBN9781918943429PraiseLook insideRob Manuel is a writer, curator of Fesshole, and co-founder of B3ta. He lives in London.