r/textbookhumour
humourous extracts from textbooks - assume spherical cow
How to think about r/textbookhumour
This community is dedicated to sharing humorous extracts from textbooks, often highlighting the absurdities and misconceptions found in academic texts. Members enjoy a lighthearted approach to serious subjects, using humor to make complex topics more accessible. The phrase 'assume spherical cow' encapsulates the community's playful critique of oversimplified models in science and mathematics, making it a unique space for educational humor.
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Audience
Participants in this community are typically students, educators, and enthusiasts of mathematics and science, ranging from high school to university level. They share a common interest in humor related to academic content, often seeking to lighten the mood around challenging subjects. The vibe is generally playful and irreverent, with members appreciating clever jokes and relatable content that resonates with their educational experiences.
Posting culture
Content that thrives in this community includes funny textbook excerpts, memes, and clever commentary on academic concepts. Posts that are overly promotional or lack originality tend to receive downvotes. The community values creativity and wit, so humorous takes on serious topics are encouraged. Posting frequency varies, but members are active in sharing new content regularly, especially during academic semesters when students are engaged with their studies.
Brand engagement notes
Brands looking to engage with this community should focus on authenticity and humor rather than direct promotion. Sharing funny educational content or memes that align with the community's tone can foster goodwill. However, overt marketing or promotional posts are likely to be met with skepticism or hostility. Collaborating with community members to create relatable content or sponsoring humorous educational initiatives may resonate better with the audience.
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What r/textbookhumour talks about
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Where the community looks
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Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/Redditlogicking
- u/Giotto_diBondone
- u/Gladamas
- u/Bobby-Bobson
- u/eBook_Haven
- u/[deleted]
- u/Kebabrulle4869
- u/EulerLagrange235
- u/Emil0hman
- u/vjx99
- u/nerdquadrat
- u/ShivAgar_Wall
- u/benjammin29
- u/OverlyMintyMints
- u/ObnoxiousName_Here
- u/Bittermandeln
- u/El_Corbanosky_8
- u/dragonsamb04
- u/AitherialJoji
- u/bb_LemonSquid
- u/builder_247
- u/diamondsandglass
- u/Victortjeuh
- u/Kapitine_Haak
- u/aadhavv_is_my_name
- u/huguesdvmx
- u/blackman9977
- u/crafting_my_potion
- u/NotDefyne
- u/ryjhelixir
- u/grossesfragezeichen
- u/an7273
- u/Sufficient_Minute180
- u/Alternative-Hour-775
- u/_queen_bee01_
- u/Salt-Nail8011
- u/ios_trending_alerts
- u/Alternative-Ad8794
By votes
- u/Redditlogicking
- u/Giotto_diBondone
- u/Gladamas
- u/Bobby-Bobson
- u/[deleted]
- u/Kebabrulle4869
- u/EulerLagrange235
- u/Emil0hman
- u/vjx99
- u/nerdquadrat
- u/ShivAgar_Wall
- u/benjammin29
- u/OverlyMintyMints
- u/ObnoxiousName_Here
- u/Bittermandeln
- u/El_Corbanosky_8
- u/dragonsamb04
- u/AitherialJoji
- u/bb_LemonSquid
- u/builder_247
- u/diamondsandglass
- u/Victortjeuh
- u/Kapitine_Haak
- u/huguesdvmx
- u/aadhavv_is_my_name
- u/blackman9977
- u/crafting_my_potion
- u/NotDefyne
- u/ryjhelixir
- u/grossesfragezeichen
- u/an7273
- u/Sufficient_Minute180
- u/Alternative-Hour-775
- u/eBook_Haven
- u/_queen_bee01_
- u/Salt-Nail8011
- u/ios_trending_alerts
- u/Alternative-Ad8794
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/DatBoi_BP
- u/Giotto_diBondone
- u/cereal_chick
- u/scull-crusher
- u/Early-Sale4756
- u/Bakanasharkyblahaj
- u/Successful-Hour5028
- u/PlatypusAnagram
- u/sodaballoon
- u/nvanalfen
- u/79-16-22-7
- u/OverlyMintyMints
- u/physicsman290
- u/LanzAlarca
- u/moonstone7152
- u/futuranth
- u/38_tlgjau
- u/mizboring
- u/Missflora-may
- u/-V0lD
- u/rickartz
- u/Qiming257
- u/Dracorex_22
- u/apatternlea
- u/WRJames97
- u/SnX59
- u/OhMuzGawd
- u/MrCalifornian
- u/sup3rs0n1c2110
- u/phlummox
- u/jasper0912
- u/ryjhelixir
- u/Canoldavin
- u/Budget_Feeling2158
- u/Bobby-Bobson
- u/lootcaker
- u/swnkls
- u/ekaj1707
- u/TheFakeHassan
- u/themadscientist420
- u/dukwon
- u/Schobbish
- u/IBArbitrary
- u/KawaiiFoxPlays
- u/Nocrya
By votes
- u/Dracorex_22
- u/nvanalfen
- u/swnkls
- u/PlatypusAnagram
- u/DatBoi_BP
- u/79-16-22-7
- u/sup3rs0n1c2110
- u/OverlyMintyMints
- u/38_tlgjau
- u/scull-crusher
- u/apatternlea
- u/futuranth
- u/ekaj1707
- u/IBArbitrary
- u/moonstone7152
- u/Bobby-Bobson
- u/Early-Sale4756
- u/physicsman290
- u/phlummox
- u/Bakanasharkyblahaj
- u/Giotto_diBondone
- u/cereal_chick
- u/Qiming257
- u/Successful-Hour5028
- u/jasper0912
- u/mizboring
- u/ryjhelixir
- u/Canoldavin
- u/lootcaker
- u/dukwon
- u/KawaiiFoxPlays
- u/SnX59
- u/OhMuzGawd
- u/TheFakeHassan
- u/themadscientist420
- u/Schobbish
- u/sodaballoon
- u/Missflora-may
- u/-V0lD
- u/rickartz
- u/WRJames97
- u/MrCalifornian
- u/Budget_Feeling2158
- u/Nocrya
- u/LanzAlarca
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FAQ
r/textbookhumour — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/textbookhumour have?
r/textbookhumour has approximately 8,614 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/textbookhumour created?
r/textbookhumour was created on November 16, 2019 (7 years ago).
What is r/textbookhumour about?
This community is dedicated to sharing humorous extracts from textbooks, often highlighting the absurdities and misconceptions found in academic texts. Members enjoy a lighthearted approach to serious subjects, using humor to make complex topics more accessible. The phrase 'assume spherical cow' encapsulates the community's playful critique of oversimplified models in scienc…
What subreddits are similar to r/textbookhumour?
Communities similar to r/textbookhumour include r/statisticsmemes, r/3blue1brown, r/mathjokes, r/theoreticalphysics, r/immaterialscience.
Who are the most active posters on r/textbookhumour?
The most frequent posters on r/textbookhumour include u/Redditlogicking, u/Giotto_diBondone, u/Gladamas.
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