Lonely Planet The Bigger Book of Everything

Want to know how to wear a kilt, prevent a hangover, get out of a sinking car, survive when you're lost, deliver a baby, brew a great beer, and much more? The new and expanded Bigger Book of Everything has it all (well, almost) and is the quintessential guide to travel, the world, and all sorts of things you didn't know you needed to know. Learn something new, enjoy a world of smart, safe, and exciting travel, and use your witty know-how to make friends wherever you go. You never know: this book might just save your life.

Written and illustrated by Nigel Holmes, a graphics director who has penned several books on information design and infographics, this book covers everything from how etiquette varies from country to country, how to deal with venomous snakebites, what to do if you're attacked by a crocodile or a shark, and how to predict the weather just by looking at the clouds.

A series of six light-hearted chapters—understanding the world, outdoors, etiquette, food and drink, health and safety, and other fun stuff—takes you on a journey of discovery and answers all the questions you might not have thought to ask. Beyond covering factual subjects, such as the world's longest rivers and what exactly the Northern Lights are, the book also delves into more serious topics, such as how to deliver a baby in an emergency, defend yourself from an attacker, or survive getting lost on a hike. You never know: this book might just save your life.

About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video, and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, eBooks, and more.