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The Modern Bathroom Reader

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A witty and inclusive bathroom book for the modern reader packed with fascinating world facts and phenomena, presented in an elegant, giftable package.Full of fascinating trivia, unusual facts, and conversation starters, The Modern Bath­room Reader strikes the perfect balance of light-hearted humor and mind-blowing smarts with just... Read More
Format: Hardback
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A witty and inclusive bathroom book for the modern reader packed with fascinating world facts and phenomena, presented in an elegant, giftable package.

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A witty and inclusive bathroom book for the modern reader packed with fascinating world facts and phenomena, presented in an elegant, giftable package.

Full of fascinating trivia, unusual facts, and conversation starters, The Modern Bath­room Reader strikes the perfect balance of light-hearted humor and mind-blowing smarts with just enough faux sophistication to be the perfect addition to any powder room.

This inclusively curated compendium is a treat to weary, doomscrolling eyes. Savor the abundance of strange histories, pop-culture oddities, esoteric quotes, and refreshingly classy illustrations sprinkled throughout. Marvel at the surprising origins of everyday things from the comfort of your commode. 

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781524892234

Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 March 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 157.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 535g

Pages: 176

About the Author

David Wexter is a writer, researcher, and avid maker-up of stories, which he shares with his rapt audience of one: his son, Jacob. They’ll take a book over a screen every time and spend their days raiding the library and playing outside near Durham, North Carolina.

Emily Williams is a writer, editor, and collector of tumbleweeds of dog hair. She’s the queen of answering “Why?” questions with a real answer and has never stopped learning with her three kids, two dogs, and a cat. Together they explore whatever they’re curious about on their farm in Montana.

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