Cecil Adams
| Name | Cecil Adams |
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| Occupation | Columnist |
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| Known for | "The Straight Dope" column |
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Cecil Adams is the pseudonymous author of the popular question-and-answer column "The Straight Dope", which has been published in the Chicago Reader since 1973. The column is known for its humorous and informative responses to a wide range of questions submitted by readers. Despite the column's long history, the true identity of Cecil Adams remains a closely guarded secret.
Career[edit | edit source]
Cecil Adams began writing "The Straight Dope" in 1973, and the column quickly gained a following for its witty and well-researched answers to questions on a variety of topics, including science, history, and popular culture. The column's tagline, "Fighting ignorance since 1973 (it's taking longer than we thought)", reflects its mission to educate and entertain readers.
The column has been compiled into several books, including The Straight Dope (1984), More of the Straight Dope (1988), and Triumph of the Straight Dope (1999). These collections have helped to expand the reach of Cecil Adams' work beyond the original newspaper format.
Writing Style[edit | edit source]
Cecil Adams is known for a distinctive writing style that combines humor with thorough research. The column often includes footnotes and references to scientific studies, historical documents, and expert opinions. This approach has earned "The Straight Dope" a reputation for reliability and accuracy, despite its humorous tone.
The Straight Dope Website[edit | edit source]
In addition to the newspaper column, "The Straight Dope" has an online presence at straightdope.com, where readers can access an archive of past columns and participate in discussions on the Straight Dope Message Board. The website has further contributed to the column's popularity and accessibility.
Identity of Cecil Adams[edit | edit source]
The true identity of Cecil Adams has never been publicly revealed, and the column is officially credited to "Cecil Adams" as a pseudonym. Ed Zotti, a longtime editor of "The Straight Dope", is often associated with the column and is believed by some to be the person behind the pseudonym. However, this has never been confirmed.
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