Posted: 29^th August 2002

Retrospective

This edition is different in that it is not generated by our many contributors, nor does it feature any new articles. It does, however, try to still give value for money by highlighting the extensive Post Archives and all the treasures, possibly overlooked, which can be unearthed there.

So, if you are at a loose end, why not take a trip down memory lane or discover a new - to you - contributor or past feature of The Post?

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  AGG/GAG Post Archives
  


AGG/GAG joined us for our 2^nd Birthday edition
and are now rapidly approaching contribution 42.
They do a sterling job rescuing items deemed unsuitable for the official Guide and giving them the airing they deserve.

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  Ormy's 'Notes' and Other Scribblings
  


Ormondroyd first appeared in The Post way back in December 1999.
Although probably most famous for his 'Notes', he has also amused us
with sports tales and song lyrics.

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  Current News and Events Archive
  


This archive presents a rich tapestry of writing
ranging from personal accounts of celebrations to
the more serious issues facing us all today.
There are separate Archives for Tributes to Douglas Adams,
Reactions to September 11^th 2001,
General Features and Obits and Tributes.

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  Artwork Archive
  


Since its inception, The Post has been very lucky to receive artwork from some very talented h2g2ers.
This archive shows all the inventive headers created by them
for our contributors.

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  Poetry and Prose Archive
  


We have been lucky to feature original poems and prose,
some written expressly for us and some written from a very
personal perspective. Don't forget to check out the
Vogon Poetry Archive as well!

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  The Demon Drawer Collection
  


Another prolific contributor, Demon Drawer has covered
everything from Obits to competitions, meets to number crunching and his clever '45 Words' articles.

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  Serials and Stories - Fact and Fiction
  


Hands up how many of you follow the regular series published by
The Post? From The Quest to Future Perfect, both loosly based on h2g2, The Dark Times - pure fiction - to Adventures in Cinema - pure fact - all have gathered a loyal following.

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  Film Reviews Archive
  


Trying not to step on the toes of differing release dates for films
The Post has featured many fine movie and DVD reviews.
Here you can find links to all of them, including to the archives of our resident cinema buffs Awix and JJ.

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  Book Reviews and Literature Archive
  


Not to be outdone, our literary friends have also come up trumps.
This archive points you to the early 'Collaborative Efforts' as well
as the recently welcomed back BooKNooK.
For illustrations, visit the Speech Bubble Burst Index for comic reviews.

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  1-2-1 Archive
  


From out first issue we loved to discover all about our fellow h2g2ers. Some are still with us, some are long gone, but they make for fascinating reading all the same.
This idea was later taken up by the The Frankie Roberto Interview series.

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  General Travel and Place Articles Archive
  


What a well-travelled group we are! From Russia to Amsterdam,
through Europe, Canada, the USA, Australia and beyond, all can be
found here. More in-depth series include The Antarctic Collection, The Cambodia Archives, The Virtual Reinhard Archive, Swivs' Travelogue Archive and the more recent The Psycho Chicken Archive.

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  The Cartoon Archive
  


What can we say about these? This page contains links to the Wowbaggers, spimcoots, DoctorMOs and others which have amused us over the years.

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  Take 5 Archive
  


Long before AGG/GAG started plucking unedited gems, two intrepid reporters tried to pick their favourites from the 30 Edited Entries featured every week on the front page. The series title is, at times, very misleading!

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  Stories and Articles about h2g2
  


An integral part of h2g2 is the Community. From Balwyniti to The Grim Reaper, h2g2 Academy Awards to Drinkies - all is revealed.
For a closer look, try Fragilis, The Roving Reporter, h2g2 Volunteer Archive, Bluebottle or Abi's Community Column.

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  Sports-related Articles Archive
  


A jump-off point for all kinds of items about physical activity. Motor biking, ice hockey, tennis, football and sailing are just a few of the many sports represented here.

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  The Greebo T Cat Collection
  


No trip around our archives would be complete without a visit to one of our most prolific contributors. From April 2000 Greebo has kept us entertained and amused.

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  Science-related Articles Archive
  


Small but perfectly formed, this archive shows a small breach in The Post's army of writers. There are, however, plenty of internet items to be found at the Web Site and Internet News Archives.

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  h2g2 Meet Archives
  


Most of us appear to enjoy socialising as can be witnessed by the number of items in this category. Most articles here include pictures or links to pictures.

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  The TIMELORD Archive
  


A prolific quiz and wordsearch compiler, Timelord has also provided us with interviews. The Competitions and Quizzes archive includes other ventures including the The Post Big Bandwagon and The Post Paper Chases.

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  The Virtual President of h2g2 Election
  


Now very relevant as our current President looks in danger of being impeached, this archive offers a fascinating look at the election process when performed online. A slightly quieter and more genteel example can be found at The Virtual Mayor of London Election pages.

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  Music Reviews Archive
  


This collection includes cd releases, profiles and the accounts from some lucky h2g2ers of concerts they have attended. Subjects include Hendrix, The First Night of the Proms, Peter Gabriel and Radio Head.

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  The Recipe Archive
  


We have some very talented cooks in our midst as witnessed by the wide array of recipes available here. All are original and individual. Whether you are reading how to make a cake, a dessert, a quick meal or a more complex four course dinner, your taste buds will go into overdrive.

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  The LÒÒnytunes Archive
  


An old friend of The Post, LÒÒnytunes observes and offers social comment. Other contributions which fall into this category include
the IMWRS Archive, The Otto Fisch Archive, Ask Prof Archives and good old Agony Aunt.

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  The Post Page of Links.
  


Our hopefully comprehensive list of all the places to see and be seen, eat drink and be merry, campaign, join or check out in order to complete the h2g2 experience.