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The Ultimate Book of Bizarre Knowledge

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Prepare to have your mind blown...history is far stranger than anyone ever taught you!!

This is not your typical encyclopedia. Inside these pages, you'll discover the jaw-dropping, hilarious, and often unsettling truths that never made it into textbooks. From ancient rulers declaring war on the ocean to modern politicians undone by their own pet scandals, this book is a wild ride through humanity's most astonishing moments.

Inside you'll find:

  • Unbelievable True Stories - Like the 38-minute war, the king who died from eating himself to death, and the AI that nearly became mayor

  • Forgotten Historical Oddities - Including the pope who put his predecessor on trial (as a corpse) and the country that accidentally legalized all drugs

  • Mind-Bending Science & Culture - From flaming war pigs to the CIA's failed "exploding kitten" spy program

  • Glimpses of the Future - Where AI presidents, blockchain nations, and deepfake coups might become reality

And Much More!...

Perfect for trivia lovers, history buffs, and anyone who enjoys watching power unravel in spectacular ways, The Ultimate Book of Bizarre Knowledge proves that truth isn't just stranger than fiction-it's infinitely more entertaining.

Warning: This book is dangerously addictive. Perfect for:

  • Bathroom readers

  • Party trivia champions

  • Anyone who thinks history is boring (You'll never call it boring again.)

However you choose to enjoy this book, whether you're looking to kill time, unwind after a long day, or spark hilarious conversations with friends, you're holding one of the most entertaining troves of knowledge ever compiled. Grab your favorite drink, get comfortable, and prepare to have your mind blown by facts so strange you'll instantly want to share them!

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Alexander Presley
Date
2 May 2025
Pages
290
ISBN
9798231426201

Prepare to have your mind blown...history is far stranger than anyone ever taught you!!

This is not your typical encyclopedia. Inside these pages, you'll discover the jaw-dropping, hilarious, and often unsettling truths that never made it into textbooks. From ancient rulers declaring war on the ocean to modern politicians undone by their own pet scandals, this book is a wild ride through humanity's most astonishing moments.

Inside you'll find:

  • Unbelievable True Stories - Like the 38-minute war, the king who died from eating himself to death, and the AI that nearly became mayor

  • Forgotten Historical Oddities - Including the pope who put his predecessor on trial (as a corpse) and the country that accidentally legalized all drugs

  • Mind-Bending Science & Culture - From flaming war pigs to the CIA's failed "exploding kitten" spy program

  • Glimpses of the Future - Where AI presidents, blockchain nations, and deepfake coups might become reality

And Much More!...

Perfect for trivia lovers, history buffs, and anyone who enjoys watching power unravel in spectacular ways, The Ultimate Book of Bizarre Knowledge proves that truth isn't just stranger than fiction-it's infinitely more entertaining.

Warning: This book is dangerously addictive. Perfect for:

  • Bathroom readers

  • Party trivia champions

  • Anyone who thinks history is boring (You'll never call it boring again.)

However you choose to enjoy this book, whether you're looking to kill time, unwind after a long day, or spark hilarious conversations with friends, you're holding one of the most entertaining troves of knowledge ever compiled. Grab your favorite drink, get comfortable, and prepare to have your mind blown by facts so strange you'll instantly want to share them!

Read More
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Alexander Presley
Date
2 May 2025
Pages
290
ISBN
9798231426201