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Herbert Hoover: Pipe Smoker... and Perhaps Worst President in History

February 18, 2022 by Chuck Stanion

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The 31st president of the United States, Herbert Hoover is popularly remembered as one of the worst presidents in history. That reputation, however, is somewhat undeserved and partially the result of political propaganda advanced by the opposing party and Franklin Roosevelt, who ran against him in 1932 and despite his New Deal being no more effective in resolving the economic downturn than his predecessor. That's not to say it's entirely undeserved. Hoover made mistakes. ... Read More

Carl Gustav Jung: Pipe-Smoking Founder of Analytical Psychology

February 11, 2022 by Chuck Stanion

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Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung were great friends for about five years, from 1907 to 1912. Both were brilliant, and their psychoanalytic work and theories coincided. They fished together, they lectured together, they explored the Arctic on an expedition together, they spent three months touring the U.S. together. Freud ... Read More

Survival Pipe Skills

February 9, 2022 by Joel Balyeat

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Typically I light my pipes with my favorite Kiribi lighter, but I have lately been remiss in resupplying my butane needs and find myself without. I like a challenge, however, and accept this situation as a test of my character and ingenuity. ... Read More

Herman Melville's Literary Pipes

February 4, 2022 by Chuck Stanion

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Moby-Dick; (1851), the most famous tale of whaling and the high seas ever written, was a commercial disaster. Its author, Herman Melville, made about $1,200 from the 3,200 total copies sold in his lifetime. It was a critical and popular failure, and readers didn't know what to make of its complex themes and erratic point of view. Like Vincent Van Gogh, Paul Gauguin, Emily ... Read More

Pipe Smoking Desktop Backgrounds: February 2022

February 1, 2022 by Andrew Wike

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It's time for another round of beautiful pipe smoking desktop backgrounds! As in previous months, we've compiled some of our favorite shots and artwork to share with you. Below you'll find eleven unique images, split between desktop and mobile orientations and available for download in two high-resolution ... Read More

Top 5 Best-Selling Lampe Berger Oils

January 19, 2022 by Angela Robertson

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Aromas are a touchy topic. What might be fragrant and comforting to one person may appear as pungent to another, so sensitivity and personal preferences are important considerations. Not everyone is a fan of pipes' and cigars' room notes, especially indoors. In order to keep peace, we offer a multitude of home fragrances, from smokers'candles to scented oils, and Lampe ... Read More

Gonzo Pipe Smoker: Hunter S. Thompson

January 14, 2022 by Chuck Stanion

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Hunter S. Thompson was, it could be easily argued, the most talented, unique, and original journalist of the 20th century. The founder of Gonzo journalism, which is a blend of fiction, autobiography, and subjective reporting, his public persona became larger than life and a caricature of himself as he was fictionalized in films and in the famous Doonesbury cartoons, to the extent that ... Read More

Pipes in the Film, There Will be Blood

January 13, 2022 by Davin Hylton

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As you can imagine, my knowledge of pipes has expanded greatly since starting at Smokingpipes. The world of pipes is fascinating with deep history, unique characters, and varying schools of design. Consequently, whether by coincidence, or more likely because I'm more aware, I've become more attuned to pipes in life and in film. ... Read More

Estate Pipes: Three Tales of Doom and Deliverance

January 7, 2022 by Chuck Stanion

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Our intrepid staff know no limitations in their quest for the estate pipes that you love to see on our website, as demonstrated by three recent adventures from our files. ... Read More

Top 15 Budget-Friendly Pipes

January 6, 2022 by Joel Balyeat

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When you're new to the world of pipe smoking and a little unsure about where to start, the sheer volume of options can be a little intimidating. It's generally best to just grab a pipe and get started, because pipe smoking is a personal experience and everyone's preferences in terms of pipe shape, size, and finish will be different. ... Read More