01666cam a2200253 i 4500 804080663 TxAuBib 20230101120000.0 130504s2012||||||||||||||||||||||||eng|u 9781450845809 1450845800 (OCoLC)841900095 BTCTA eng BTCTA RIOSL OCLCF AZFX8 OCLCQ RIOSL AL5OZ OCLCQ BYV rda TxAuBib rda The Book of unusual knowledge [a]. Lincolnwood, Illinois : Publications International, 2012. 704 pages ; 24 cm. txt rdacontent n rdamedia nc rdacarrier The Book of Unusual Knowledge is a mammoth 704-page hardcover book crammed with a cornucopia of information-some useful, others not so much-but all of it completely captivating. It's perfect for anyone with a curious mind and a passion for learning. With quirky illustrations and a vast array of articles, anecdotes, lists, and games, this book will provide hours of fascinating reading. It will also expand your knowledge on a range of topics, including the animal kingdom, art, sports, technology, history, politics, the universe, and much, much more. Sample topics include: Are plastic bags killing sacred cows in India? Does NASCAR have roots in bootlegging moonshine? Did Ronald Reagan see not one-but two-UFOs during his lifetime? Gorgeous leatherette binding with gilded accents makes The Book of Unusual Knowledge a handsome addition to your library. 20230101. Curiosities and wonders. Publications International, Limited.