The only thing that pulled me out of the moment was Don's absurd attempt to read that book.

I'm not sure Ted's wife would agree.  Check the look on her face when they were at the Clio dinner.  Sure, Ted's nicer, but he still has a certain amount of narcissism.  He has to; its his job.

Goes down easy with Spirits of Elderflower.

Fear and Loathing in Solm, Germany.