The Book Of Lists

The Original Compendium of Curious Information
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The Book of Lists by Amy Wallace and David Wallechinsky is a fascinating collection that compiles quirky and intriguing lists on various topics, all filled with surprising, humorous, and enlightening information. From odd historical facts to bizarre achievements, the book provides an entertaining and thought-provoking journey through a vast array of subjects, engaging readers with its unique presentation of trivia.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this if you're a trivia enthusiast who loves quirky and unexpected facts. Packed with intriguing lists, it's perfect for those who delight in discovering unusual and humorous snippets of information from a variety of topics.

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The Book Of Lists

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The first and best compendium of facts weirder than fiction, of intriguing information and must-talk-about trivia has spawned many imitators—but none as addictive or successful.

For nearly three decades, the editors researched curious facts, unusual statistics, and the incredible stories behind them. The most entertaining and informative of these have been brought together in this edition.

Dive into The Book of Lists for a fascinating journey through a world of surprising facts and captivating trivia.

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The Book of Lists by Amy Wallace and David Wallechinsky receives praise for its engrossing and imaginative content, being described as impossible to put down. Critics appreciate its quirky and diverse collection of trivia, highlighting its fascinating and sometimes bizarre array of information.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838858063

Publisher: Canongate Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Canongate Books

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 421g

Pages: 624

About the Author

David Wallechinsky has worked as a commentator for NBC Olympic coverage and is the author of many Olympic reference books and other reference books. He is the author of The Complete Book of the Summer Olympics and The Complete Book of the Winter Olympics series. He is also known for his work on The People's Almanac and The Book of Lists series. He splits his time between Santa Monica, California and the south of France.Amy Wallace was the author of Sorcerer's Apprentice: My Life with Carlos Castaneda. She was the daughter of bestselling novelist Irving Wallace and co-author of several of the Wallace family's non-fiction collaborations.

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