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Who wore the first pants? Who painted the first masterpiece? Who
first rode the horse? Who invented soap? This madcap adventure
across ancient history uses everything from modern genetics to
archaeology to uncover the geniuses behind these and other
world-changing innovations. Who invented the wheel? Who told the
first joke? Who drank the first beer? Who was the murderer in the
first murder mystery, who was the first surgeon, who sparked the
first fire--and most critically, who was the first to brave the
slimy, pale oyster? In this book, writer Cody Cassidy digs deep
into the latest research to uncover the untold stories of some of
these incredible innovators (or participants in lucky accidents).
With a sharp sense of humor and boundless enthusiasm for the
wonders of our ancient ancestors, Who Ate the First Oyster?
profiles the perpetrators of the greatest firsts and catastrophes
of prehistory, using the lives of individuals to provide a glimpse
into ancient cultures, show how and why these critical developments
occurred, and educate us on a period of time that until recently
we've known almost nothing about.
Robert seems like such a regal name. Hmm . . . maybe not. This name
is held by some of history's most notorious criminals, scoundrels
and utter failures. In this book, you'll encounter killers, spies,
gunslingers, corrupt politicians and crooked businessmen, all named
Robert or Bobby. Meet the ultra-religious spy, the killer nurse and
the actor who was a porn pioneer. It's the perfect book for anyone
named Robert, Bob or Bobby.
‘Caroline Taggart has carved out a niche for herself in
user-friendly, wittily written factual books.’ – Yorkshire Post
______________________ The huge variety of colourful phrases
contained in the English language are notoriously varied and,
often, notably odd. From blue-blooded (an invention of aristocratic
Spaniards) to limelight (a way of lighting Victorian theatres),
passing an exam with flying colours (an image from sailing ships)
to winning hands down (from horse racing), the fascinating
expressions that make up our language are explored in Humble Pie
and Cold Turkey. In this highly entertaining book, language
enthusiast and Sunday Times best-selling author Caroline Taggart
browses through thousands of years of history to shed light on why
we use the words and phrases we do. Arranged by themes including
food, the household, childhood, romance and more, this intriguing
book looks at the origins of our language from their historical
context. For example, did you know that: If you rest on your
laurels, you’re imitating a complacent Roman general? If you
eavesdrop, you’re likely to get wet? If you’re taken aback, you
should, strictly speaking, be a sailing ship? If you’re
galvanized into action, you’re behaving like Frankenstein’s
monster? Humble Pie and Cold Turkey will prompt you to question the
downright bizarre idioms we use to express ourselves, and answer
questions you may never have thought to ask. Including why turkeys
need to be cold and how pies came to be humble.
James seems like such a noble name. Hmm . . . maybe not. The names
James and Jim are held by some of history's most notorious
criminals, scoundrels and utter failures. In this book, you'll
encounter killers, con men, spies, mobsters and corrupt politicians
- all named James. Meet the hit man turned stoolie, the spy who
reached the highest levels of the U.S. military and the mayor more
interested in a good time than good government. It's the perfect
book for anyone named James, Jim or Jimmy.
Michael seems like such a noble name. Hmm . . . maybe not. The name
Michael is held by some of history's most notorious criminals,
scoundrels and utter failures. In this book, you'll encounter
killers, con men, spies, mobsters and corrupt politicians - all
named Mike. Meet the gunslinger that began a war over cows, the
doctor who killed more than he healed and the gangster who just
wouldn't die. It's the perfect book for anyone named Michael, Mike
and Mickey.
John seems like such a noble name. Hmm...maybe not. The names John
and Jonathan are held by some of history's most notorious
criminals, scoundrels and utter failures. In this book, you'll
encounter killers, con men, spies, mobsters and corrupt
politicians--all named John. Meet the boy who turned the papal
residence into a brothel, the emperor who was a cannibal and the
sailor with a hook for a hand. It's the perfect book for anyone
named John, Jonathan or Jack.
In his wildly entertaining, winningly irreverent, "New York
Times" bestselling Don't Know Much About(R) series, author Kenneth
C. Davis has amused and edified us with fascinating facts about
history, mythology, the Bible, the universe, geography, and the
Civil War.
Now, the sky's the limit in his latest irresistible
installment--a grand tour of knowledge that carries us from the
Great Smoky Mountains to the Berlin Wall, from the Salem Witch
Trials to Watergate, from Michelangelo to Houdini. Brimming with
busted myths, gripping true stories, and peculiar particulars about
a plethora of people, places, and events, this captivating
compendium is guaranteed to delight information lovers everywhere
as it feeds our insatiable appetite to know "everything!"
A burning bush that won't burn. A kid who defeats a giant. A rescue
from a den of lions!
Get Ready to explore these stories and more!
77 Bible Quizzes for Kids: Old Testament takes kids on a journey
starting a the very beginning when God created the world.
The stories travel through the lives of men and women like Noah,
Abraham, Moses, Ruth, and Esther. Each story is followed by a short
quiz to help kids remember these important testimonies of God's
goodness and faithfulness.
Start reading and see if you can conquer the quiz?
Special features:
• Softcover
• Gloss Laminated Cover
• One-color insides
• For 8-to-10-year-olds
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