Did you know that there is a floating post office in Michigan? Or that a library book checked out by George Washington was returned to a New York City library 221 years late? Maybe you'd be amazed to discover that the ink used to print U.S. paper money is magnetic! In this fun compendium you'll encounter all kinds of bizarre and fascinating people, places, events, and things that make our country unique.

Featuring 100 facts about every state and all six U.S. territories, discover and delight in fascinating histories, emblems, state birds and flowers, and so much more. You'll find by the numbers trivia (did you know Wyoming could fill 760 million bags with sunflower seeds with the amount of flowers it grows?), quirky nicknames (San Francisco's heavy fog was named Karl thanks to a social media phenomenon), and fun events (one Colorado state fair hosts a pet rock competition--with a best dressed category!).

Delightfully engaging and illustrated with hundreds of photos, this is a volume trivia buffs will want in their arsenals.

No need to spend the day at an archaeological dig when you can simply make a cup of tea, clamber into your comfiest chair, and settle in with The Encyclopedia of the Weird and Wonderful, a compilation of 92 funny, strange, and strangely funny tales throughout human history.

Milo Rossi, the inquisitive mind behind the popular @miniminuteman on TikTok and YouTube, invites you to consider our own place in the long timeline of human development with this collection of anecdotes that shares the foibles, joys, and heartbreaks of being human (and an odd Neanderthal or two).

With chapters organized by the different stages and aspects of life--childhood, food and drink, friendship, play and leisure, rites and rituals, love and sexuality, fashion and beauty, education and work, sickness and health, and, of course, death--dive into a treasure trove of intriguing facts and stories, including:

• The Paleolithic cave art of a five-year-old girl
• What you would have eaten in ancient Pompeii
• The surprising and stinky origins of royal Tyrian purple dye
• Ol' Rip, the immortal (?) horned lizard from Texas
• How to win a round of the Royal Game of Ur, a nearly 5,000-year-old board game
• And much more!

The Wonderpedia series offers comprehensive, display-worthy illustrated references on a range of intriguing topics, including archeological discoveries, world mythology, pop culture, global superstitions, and the fascinating stories behind signs and symbols. A cross-cultural exploration of what makes humans tick, this series magnifies the connective threads between us across time and geography and demystifies the surprising, confounding sides of life.

Join seven friends for an evening of trivia, myth-busting, and camaraderie. You'll have a front row seat at the party, listening in to the early small talk--where light and fun ideas are discussed (Did you know astronauts have Velcro on the inside of their helmets to scratch their noses?)--to the end of the night, when conversations get deeper. (Did the popularization of drinking coffee lead to modern democracies?)

Packed with over 150 fun facts spanning the topics of ancient civilizations, animal behavior, natural science, outer space, human accomplishments, pop culture, and more, How to Sound Smart at Parties ensures you'll always have something clever to contribute to the conversation.

They have visited at least one warehouse in 46 US states and 13 other countries, including Australia, Canada, China, France, Iceland, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Spain, Sweden, South Korea, Taiwan, and the UK. They have also completed a cross-country Costco-themed road trip from Yonkers, New York to Yorba Linda, California, stopping to visit their favorite retailer along the way.

Topics are covered in a whimsical A to Z format, using Q & A to cover topics ranging from Cashews and Chicken to Hot Dogs and Hawaii, targeted to delight the more than 120 million Costco members and over 300,000 dedicated Costco employees. There is a Prologue that describes how the authors came to write the book and an introduction that provides a narrative history of Costco and its predecessor companies.

Sample Fun Facts:

• Costco sells more than half of the world's cashews and seven times more hotdogs than all MLB stadiums combined.
• When Costco changed its source of salmon from Chile to Norway it impacted the economies of both countries.
• Costco sells six million pumpkin pies each year, but only between September and December.

This is such a cool book. The range of Jono's knowledge is astounding, and so is his ability to digest complex ideas into deceptively simple drawings. You'll learn something on every page―and be entertained too. ―Bill Gates

In Big Ideas, Little Pictures, Jono Hey -- creator of the popular website Sketchplanations -- explains complex concepts through simple sketches and straightforward, easy-to-understand text.

Have you ever wondered what makes autumn leaves change color, why more choice makes you less happy or how to win at Monopoly? Or maybe you'd like to learn how to find your way using the stars or why we need worry less about what others think of us than you might expect. In Big Ideas Little Pictures, Jono Hey does the hard work for you by distilling fascinating and surprising topics into delightful and memorable sketches. Inside, you'll find insight and entertainment covering everything from the Swiss cheese model to what makes a perfect night's sleep.

Big Ideas, Little Pictures is also a light-hearted, witty gift - the perfect display piece for anyone who wants something that can be picked up and flipped through, knowing they'll find something to pique their interest.

Perfect for children as well as adults, Big Ideas, Little Pictures opens up a world of fascinating facts at a glance.

On average, humans will spend 92 days sitting on the toilet over their lifetime. To put this in perspective, that's about one-third of a year in the bathroom relieving yourself. That's where LEARN A LOT WHILE YOU SIT ON THE POT comes in. Since the average time spent on the toilet is ten minutes, we've provided you with bite-sized educational (and some not-so-educational) facts that you can read quickly and retain well after you've flushed.

Are you ready to learn about:

• The microbiome in your bathroom.
• Strange historical bathroom habits.
• Unusual facts about famous artists.
• Tech-related trivia.
• Strange psychological experiments.
• And so much more!

While you won't learn enough to get a degree or anything, you'll feel better about spending nearly four months in the bathroom over your lifetime.

Why is a heart not heart-shaped? Will I ever understand cryptocurrency? What am I doing when I apricate? And is everything getting worse?

Finding the time to appreciate the bounty of our world can be tricky amid the demands of work, family and scrolling our phones. Happily, E. Foley and B. Coates have curated A Year of Living Curiously, a book of daily shots of knowledge that will lift your spirits and expand your mind in a flash. In 365 joyfully random, utterly fascinating entries, you'll learn what the Japanese mean by 'kuchisabishii' and how the Victorians communicates through flowers; you'll start to get quantum computing and discover the secret history of the bobble hat. There are tales of footballing bees and Viking mice, the beginning of the thesaurus and the end of the library of Alexandria.

Spend just two minutes a day with this glorious almanac of curious treasure and you'll end your year full of wonder and just that little bit wiser.

Lost in Time: Our Forgotten and Vanishing Knowledge is a fascinating journey through the annals of human knowledge, exploring the cyclical nature of discovery and oblivion. This historiography of science and technology delves into forgotten epochs like lost civilizations and unveils surprising facts such as cataract surgery's origins in 2400 BC Egypt. However, it is a stark reminder - we stand on the brink of another catastrophic loss of knowledge if we do not take the necessary precautions. Relevant to various fields, from business to education, this book serves as a thought-provoking read for leisure and business travelers alike, pondering the impermanence of our digital civilization.

Jack R. Bialik's 40-year career spans from Electrical Engineering and Project Management to biblical studies, with notable contributions to organizations like the U.S. Air Force and the Department of Homeland Security. His industry-impacting paper, presented at the Motorola System Symposium 2000, stands out among his many achievements. His unique expertise led him to be invited to be a reviewer for the White House's Broadband Technology Opportunities Program, marking another career highlight. Today, as the Chief Technology Officer of a niche Crypto-Mining company, he continues influencing the technology landscape. However, Jack's interests extend beyond his profession, with a certificate from the Awakening School of Theology and his interest in ancient history. His commitment to societal welfare is seen through his involvement with at-risk teens and clean water initiatives in Haiti. Jack is a consummate professional and committed humanitarian, exemplifying the power of lifelong learning and altruism.

• Filled with both pragmatic, commonsense explanations and outrageous revelations, Strange but True Science is packed with articles on all things scientific.
• Chapter subjects cover astronomy, consumer products, inventions, scientists, medicine, animals, fringe science, UFOs, and the human body.
• Over 300 articles drawn from every conceivable scientific subject: 3D printing, quantum teleportation, the IQ test, the science of sleep, plate tectonics, antibiotics, the science of the curveball, and whether you can really pick up radio stations via dental fillings and more.
• Thick hardcover book, 632 pages.

• Learn about strange scientific facts, discover the quirky truths behind historical events, and thrill yourself with stories of the supernatural.
• A wide range of articles, anecdotes, and lists, this book will provide hours of enthralling reading.
• You'll laugh at stories of outlandish lawsuits and fumbling felons, find out about sword swallowing, and learn about the world's most expensive foods.
• Topics include the natural world, history, business, popular culture, sports, the human body, law, and the supernatural.

Starting as what appeared to be yet another English blues-rock band, from their first album, it was clear that Led Zeppelin was so much more than that. They took the platform of the blues-rock genre and built on it in several sophisticated directions, branching into folk and progressive rock without ever over-reaching or collapsing into a pomposity. Oh yeah, and they invented hard rock while they were at it. And they sold 300 million albums worldwide without ever selling out.

Led Zeppelin was quite simply one of the best and most influential rock bands of all time. Everything about them was larger than life. When asked by a reporter if all the rumors about their backstage behavior and debauchery were accurate, singer Robert Plant said, It's all true. When we do something, we just do it bigger and better than anybody else. When there are no holds barred, there are no holds barred. Truer words have never been spoken.

Lost in Time: Our Forgotten and Vanishing Knowledge is a fascinating journey through the annals of human knowledge, exploring the cyclical nature of discovery and oblivion. This historiography of science and technology delves into forgotten epochs like lost civilizations and unveils surprising facts such as cataract surgery's origins in 2400 BC Egypt. However, it is a stark reminder - we stand on the brink of another catastrophic loss of knowledge if we do not take the necessary precautions. Relevant to various fields, from business to education, this book serves as a thought-provoking read for leisure and business travelers alike, pondering the impermanence of our digital civilization.

Jack R. Bialik's 40-year career spans from Electrical Engineering and Project Management to biblical studies, with notable contributions to organizations like the U.S. Air Force and the Department of Homeland Security. His industry-impacting paper, presented at the Motorola System Symposium 2000, stands out among his many achievements. His unique expertise led him to be invited to be a reviewer for the White House's Broadband Technology Opportunities Program, marking another career highlight. Today, as the Chief Technology Officer of a niche Crypto-Mining company, he continues influencing the technology landscape. However, Jack's interests extend beyond his profession, with a certificate from the Awakening School of Theology and his interest in ancient history. His commitment to societal welfare is seen through his involvement with at-risk teens and clean water initiatives in Haiti. Jack is a consummate professional and committed humanitarian, exemplifying the power of lifelong learning and altruism.

Great Stocking Stuffers For Adults and Kids alike

Need to think of something fun to gifts your friends for Thanksgiving or stocking stuffers gifts for Christmas?

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If Yes, then this Fascinating Short Stories For Curious Adults is for you, you'll have fun reading mind-blowing stories about the coolest things that will help you impress your friends and also improve your knowledge of things. Your friends will Wish they Knew this Stories Too.

From USA history to silly facts about American presidents, from laws you can't believe are laws to facts about U.S. inventions, this book is the perfect solution to any moment of boredom. It has facts about religion and sports, facts about U.S. geography and nature, facts about food and drinks, and facts about language, animals, and American education. There are facts about science, facts about the military, facts about modes of transportation, facts about business and money, and facts about how big the United States really is.

According to one American, This book of trivia is the greatest thing that's been written since the Nevada state Constitution. Did you know that was the longest message ever sent via Morse code telegram?

With this book of 1,000 trivia facts, you'll impress even the most knowledgeable friends you have. Use the interesting facts to start a great conversation. Pull out the random facts to make someone smile. Be the center of any party with all the funny facts you'll find in this book. Got a pub quiz or trivia night to go to? Prepare with this book With this many fun facts about the United States, you'll win every time.

More than a random collection of facts, The Ultimate Book of Pub Trivia features over 300 rounds of ten-question quizzes. Each one is carefully curated to encourage a night of lively competition. The result? Hours and hours of fun as you and your friends answer challenging questions on everything from Bad Movie Descriptions to Winter sports, Kanye and the Kardashians to Brit Lit.