The Book of Extraordinary Facts

The Book of Extraordinary Facts
Author: Publications International Ltd
Publsiher: Publications International Limited
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1450853951

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This gargantuan, 704-page hardcover book is chock-full of that information and more, covering pop culture, nature, technology, food, sports, art, history, religion, crime, and tales of the just plain weird. Prepared to get lost perusing page after page of unusual facts, enthralling stories, and amusing anecdotes because The Book of Extraordinary Facts will keep you busy for hours Learn about the strange collaboration between surrealist painter Salvador Dal and comedy icon Harpo Marx. Read about what it was like to live during the London Blitz, and debunk popular urban legends. Get lassoed into facts about fascinating wedding customs around the world, and discover the reason behind one of the deadliest fires in American history. What Hollywood star used her twin sister as her body double in a film? How do card sharks mark a deck? Where in California can you find the world s oldest living tree? Which U.S. president spent some pre-politics time as a male model?

Now I Know

Now I Know
Author: Dan Lewis
Publsiher: Adams Media
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2013-10-18
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9781440563621

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Praise for the Webby Award-winning newsletter: "I eagerly read 'Now I Know' every day. It's always fresh, always a surprise, and always interesting!" --Jimmy Wales, founder of Wikipedia and Wikia Did you know that there are actually 27 letters in the alphabet, or that the U.S. had a plan to invade Canada? And what actually happened to the flags left on the moon? Even if you think you have a handle on all things trivia, you're guaranteed a big surprise with Now I Know. From uncovering what happens to lost luggage to New York City's plan to crack down on crime by banning pinball, this book will challenge your knowledge of the fascinating stories behind the world's greatest facts. Covering 100 outrageous topics, Now I Know is the ultimate challenge for any know-it-all who thinks they have nothing left to learn.

Extraordinary Facts Relating to the Vision of Colours

Extraordinary Facts Relating to the Vision of Colours
Author: John Dalton
Publsiher: Unknown
Total Pages: 42
Release: 1794
Genre: Color
ISBN: IND:32000002723619

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The Book of Unusual Knowledge

The Book of Unusual Knowledge
Author: Ltd Publications International
Publsiher: Publications International, Limited
Total Pages: 704
Release: 2012-03
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 1450845800

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The Book of Unusual Knowledge is a mammoth 704-page hardcover book crammed with a cornucopia of information--some useful, others not so much--but all of it completely captivating. It's perfect for anyone with a curious mind and a passion for learning. With quirky illustrations and a vast array of articles, anecdotes, lists, and games, this book will provide hours of fascinating reading. It will also expand your knowledge on a range of topics, including the animal kingdom, art, sports, technology, history, politics, the universe, and much, much more. Sample topics include: * Are plastic bags killing sacred cows in India? * Does NASCAR have roots in bootlegging moonshine? * Did Ronald Reagan see not one--but two--UFOs during his lifetime? Gorgeous leatherette binding with gilded accents makes The Book of Unusual Knowledge a handsome addition to your library.

The Extraordinary Life of Katherine Johnson

The Extraordinary Life of Katherine Johnson
Author: Devika Jina
Publsiher: Penguin UK
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2019-06-06
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780241375457

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In 1969 history was made when the first humans stepped on the moon. Back on earth, one woman was running the numbers that ensured they got there and back in one piece. As a child, Katherine Johnson loved maths. She went on to be one of the most important people in the history of space travel. Discover her incredible life story in this beautifully illustrated book complete with narrative biography, timelines and facts.

The Book of Amazing History

The Book of Amazing History
Author: Publications International Ltd
Publsiher: Book of
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1450807453

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The Amazing Book of History is a 708-page collection of hundreds of articles, lists, quotes, and anecdotes that explore a lively range of human history, from the ancient world to the recent past to pop culture. The hardcover volume looks at history from an anything-goes perspective, with nearly 300 dynamic tales of people, places, and events. Its innovative approach and witty style should appeal to a wide range of readers.

The Book of Bizarre Truths

The Book of Bizarre Truths
Author: Publications International
Publsiher: Unknown
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 145080747X

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How late is fashionably late?

Kings and Queens

Kings and Queens
Author: Macmillan Library Reference USA.
Publsiher: Macmillan Reference USA
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1999
Genre: Kings and rulers
ISBN: 0028653750

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Profiles notable monarchs, past and present, from around the world.