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Did the Ancient Romans eat chips? Who was the first queen to use a toilet? Have a city's streets ever been paved with gold? This book takes a fun look at history by asking and answering a series of quirky yet thought-provoking questions such as these! Although primarily a recreational read, the book nevertheless contains a wealth of fascinating information and bizarre facts about history that readers will be sure to find captivating.
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"These titles prove that learning about history and technology needn’t be boring. Each volume asks and answers a succession of unorthodox and intriguing questions. . . .The strength of these books lies in their ability to convey information in an exciting way that will appeal to students who might be turned off by wordy textbooks." - School Library Journal
January 1, 2014
"Leafing through each book, readers will find interesting and little-known facts about animals, history, the human body, technology, and science. Commonly held beliefs are debunked and new ideas are presented. . . .The series is pleasure reading infused with information that will entice a wide range of students." - Library Media Connection
August 1, 2014
Paul Mason has written more than 100 books for children, on topics ranging from extreme sports to urban myths. Notable titles include Money Doesn't Grow on Trees and From Armpits to Zits for teens, and Monster Hunter, a series of books on tracking down and dealing with vampires, werewolves, extra-terrestrials, and ghosts. An avid surfer, snowboarder, and mountain biker, Paul writes many sports titles and has also produced a website guide to ski resorts.
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