The Book of Bizarre Truths is a 704-page collection of answers to hundreds of provocative questions covering a vast range of topics, from the strange to the sublime.
- Includes urban legends, old wives tales, misattributed quotes, and corrected so-called facts and trivia that have gained authenticity despite less-than-reliable sources.
- Topics covered include the animal kingdom, health, origins, traditions, science, history, geography, sports, people, and food.
- More than 200 questions that are answered, including:
- Do cows cause global warming?
- How many ants make a full meal for an anteater?
- How late is fashionably late?
- What s the smelliest thing on the planet?
- Do woodpeckers get headaches?
The Book of Bizarre Truths is for readers who expect to be informed, entertained, and humored.
Categories:
- Reference
- Encyclopedias & Subject Guides
- Humor
- Encyclopedias & Subject Guides
Publisher : Publications International, Ltd.
Author : Publications International Ltd.
Language : English
Edition : Illustrated
Published :2011-03-14
Number Of Pages : 704
Binding : Hardcover
ISBN-10 : 145080747X
ISBN-13 : 9781450807470
Item weight : 1.83 lb
Dimensions : 2.52 in x 7.05 in x 9.37 in
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