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"The Rich Are Different" 1996 WINOKUR, JonWINOKUR, Jon [249] pp. Pantheon Books New York 1996 6 3 8" x 5 3 4" "The very rich are different from you and me," said F. Scott Fitzgerald. How different? Well, Ivana Trump so abhors footprints on the carpet that she has the rooms in her home freshly vacuumed before she enters them. Christina Onassis used to have Diet Coke flown to her by private jet. And the elite members of San Francisco's Union Pacific Club needn't worry about handling dirty
WINOKUR, Jon[249] pp.
Pantheon Books New York
1996
6 3/8" x 5 3/4"
"The very rich are different from you and me," said F. Scott Fitzgerald. How different? Well, Ivana Trump so abhors footprints on the carpet that she has the rooms in her home freshly vacuumed before she enters them. Christina Onassis used to have Diet Coke flown to her by private jet. And the elite members of San Francisco's Union Pacific Club needn't worry about handling dirty money, since every coin the enters the institution is scoured by the kitchen staff.
These are just a few of the hilariously outrageous facts and anecdotes that Jon Winokur has assembled in this eye-popping field guide to the habits of the equestrian class. From the schlock of the Nouveau to the stinginess of Old Money, here are the follies and foibles of such plutocrats as William Vanderbilt and Leona Helmsley, Aristotle Onassis and Doris Duke. You'll learn how the super-rich get, conserve and squander their fortunes; how they thwart tax collectors, buy legislative bodies (not to mention entire countries), and literally get away with murder. Here are a few of the most delicious:
* The Sultan of Brunei flew the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to London for his son's ninth birthday party at a cost of $1 million.
* Asked why she was carried everywhere by a burly attendant, Barbara Hutton replied, "Why should I walk when I can hire someone to do it for me?"
* When the late Time Warner boss Steve Ross flew his wife and two other couples to Mexico one Christmas, the trip required two corporate planes: One for people and one for gifts.
* Donald Trump's 727 had 24-karat-gold seat-belt buckles.
* The teenage Doris Duke's limousine was equipped with a panic button she could push whenever a boy tried to kiss her.
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★★★★★ 5
Samsung - Good Stuff
Size: 32-inch
If I could get my kid's face out from in front of it for a few minutes, I might write a better, perhaps more technical review than this: Bought it for her birthday (along with a gaming PC) and have not seen her since then, as she sit's in front of it gaming all the time now. Samsung makes great stuff, price was perfect, maybe I'll get a good look at it someday.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2026
★★★★★ 5
A fantastic display for both gaming and productivity.
Size: 32-inch
The Odyssey G55C delivers a remarkably immersive experience. The 1000R curvature naturally fits the field of view and significantly enhances focus during work or gaming. The QHD resolution paired with 165Hz refresh rate produces a sharp, smooth, and responsive display.
HDR10 improves contrast, and AMD FreeSync ensures tear-free motion. Even for long working hours, the Eye Care features help reduce fatigue.
Pros:
Deep 1000R curve enhances immersion.
Sharp QHD resolution with 165Hz smoothness.
Excellent color and contrast for its price range.
Low input lag, great for gaming and productivity.
Anti-glare coating works well.
Cons:
Limited USB ports (typical of gaming monitors)
Stand allows tilt only—no height adjustment.
Verdict:
A fantastic display for both gaming and productivity. This monitor provides premium performance at an exceptional value.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Top tier gaming monitor
Size: 32-inch
This monitor is the best of its class. The picture on it is better compared to its competitor, the LG ultra gear. The monitor allows you to maximize your Series X refresh rate. The HDR mode is actually brighter than statistics would give it credit for. LG's model has the same nits (300) but this literally just looks better. I just wish the stand was different, it could go without being completely plastic and awkward and non-adjustable. It has the proper mounting holes however so that it may be mounted.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2025
★★★★★ 4
Great monitor but not the monitor stand
Size: 32-inch
Overall, this is a very good monitor for the price. The picture quality is excellent, and the difference compared to my previous 27-inch 1080p monitor is immediately noticeable. The curved screen adds to the viewing experience, and there are plenty of settings available to customize the display, including good brightness options.
My main complaint is the stand. It feels a bit cheap due to its plastic construction and lack of adjustability. Considering the quality of the monitor itself, a better stand would have been nice.
The monitor does not include built-in speakers, which wasn't an issue for me but may matter to some buyers. Despite the stand, this monitor offers great value and delivers excellent overall performance.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great for Videos and browsing
Size: 32-inch, Size: 32-inch
I did not buy this for gaming. I wanted a second monitor to browse while playing video games. With that being said it has great picture and doesn’t have any issues with refresh or delivering crisp picture quality. YouTube videos at 4K resolution is almost perfect. Its functions are user friendly and not complicated at all. The stand is rather long because of it being 32” and curved but it is strong and stable. It was super simple to connect and had no issues with compatibility with my PC. I wouldn’t use this for gaming especially if your running a high performance GPU. I’d spend a few hundred more for a better performing monitor
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Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2026
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