Skive Like an Egyptian

Well, this is delightful.

It’s an ancient Egyptian tablet (called an Ostracon) detailing the reasons cited by workers for getting time off.

Examples include “stung by a scorpion,” “wife menstruating,” “pain in the eye,” and, the best one by far, “brewing beer.”

Try them yourself. They’re time-honored at least.

For some arguably more practical ways to call in sick, try my book The Good Life for Wage Slaves.

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Robert Wringham is the editor of New Escapologist. He also writes books and articles. Read more at wringham.co.uk

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