As a reader of fiction (especially if you're a devotee of
speculative fiction), how much do you like detailed descriptions and/or lists as part of the story? What if the story switches between detail and expediency?
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posted by batmonkey
on Dec 28, 2012 -
12 answers
I'm a details-oriented guy. It seems that most people in management positions (who I assume are the ones making the big bucks) mostly talk in vague generalities. Can I, the details guy, move up make the big bucks too? Will that require rewiring myself not to sweat the details?
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posted by Tehhund
on Jan 20, 2011 -
26 answers
what-do-you-know? filter: When you first meet strangers, what things about them can you discern just from casual observation and interaction?
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posted by 5Q7
on Dec 14, 2009 -
54 answers
Mix folders and files alphabetically in XP Details view? I don't want them sorted by name showing folder-names separate from file-names. Mixed was always the default Mac way, which I still crave. After years on XP I still haven't found a way. I've tried various 3rd party multi-pane file managers and did find one to do that, but it costs too much. Also, another freeware manager but it's only single-pane. I want either a simple regedit or a freeware multi-pane manager.
posted by Grand Wahzoo
on Mar 19, 2008 -
8 answers
Why do they have police construction details everywhere in New England and few if any in other parts of the US?
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posted by Xurando
on Jul 23, 2007 -
20 answers
Trying to find a Michael Chabon essay on regret and unhapppiness from Details magazine.
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posted by msali
on Jan 4, 2007 -
6 answers
Did Dave Eggers write a [fabricated] feature story on extreme mountain climbing under a pseudonym for Details magazine 7-8 years ago?
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posted by junkbox
on Oct 23, 2006 -
6 answers
What is the proper order and nomenclature for numbering architectural drawings? Typically, you break up drawings into different types of views: floorplans, sections, details, and elevations--both outside and
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posted by fandango_matt
on Mar 22, 2006 -
5 answers
Ladies of MeFi: You find yourself in a guys apartment. What do you look for, notice, or pay special attention to? Is there anything you look for that can cause an automatic,
"I want nothing to do with this guy ever again!"?
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posted by NotMyselfRightNow
on Dec 6, 2004 -
122 answers