
Now I Know: The Soviets Invaded Wisconsin?!
...and 99 More Interesting Facts, Plus the Amazing Stories Behind Them
Dan Lewis(Author)
Adams Media Corporation (Publisher)
Published on 22. October 2019
Book
Hardback
288 pages
978-1-5072-1015-4 (ISBN)
Description
"Did you know that a measles outbreak led to the assigning of phone numbers? How about the fact that pirates are the reason we don't use the metric system in the United States? Or that there's actually a reason why stepping on a LEGO hurts so damn much? Now I Know: Soviets Invaded Wisconsin?! is the ultimate challenge for even the biggest trivia buff. From the time a tomato plant stood up to a volcano to Portland's great garbage battle of 2002, this book will put your general knowledge to the test and explain the most fascinating stories behind the world's greatest facts. Based on the very popular newsletter, you are guaranteed to learn something new despite how much you already think you know. Covering 100 topics, Now I Know: Soviets Invaded Wisconsin?! will surprise any know-it-all who thinks they have nothing new to learn"--
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Language
English
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Paper over boards
Illustrations
Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 146 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight
396 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-5072-1015-4 (9781507210154)
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Person
Dan Lewis