Birmingham-based wonder Harry Palmer announces the launch of the third (issue k/3) Eccentric City newspaper. The paper — the World’s First Eccentric Tabloid — will “preview, present and promote the nuances of personal and creative pursuits, interests and fascinations”. “18 months in the making. 40 pages never-before-read-or-seen articles in tabloid hardcopy. Global eccentric perspectives emerging… Where else could you read about: Bob King. The Famous One Legged Acrobat… UK’s famous contemporary inventor John Ward interviewed… Crypto-taxidermy and outrageous Darwin mockery aka ‘The Squire’ Sheep disguised as cameras… A Fatal balloon duel. £1 Arts Commission scheme documentation. Durational reading in public places causing concern… Travelling tips for female solo adventurers and those who want to hitch-hike… Spam. The Birdman of Hawkesley. Industrial food fit for human consumption… Audio autography. Modified toys as musical instruments. A postman’s diary… Bus routes that are used as artistic investigation and celebration… The Eccentric City Auction and Prize Draw. Tea with the Mayor of Happiness and The Butler of Joy. Nettle Beer and the truth behind liberation and commoning…” There’s also a spangly new website — at eccentriccity.co.uk of course — which alongside new news, and ways to get the paper, has the previous two...
