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The Great American Trivia Book
By Daniel Adams. 2014
Bring American history to life with these amazing facts! Forget about mind-numbing historical facts and dive into an entertaining exploration…
of America's past! With The Great American Trivia Book, you'll discover hundreds of unbelievable facts about our great fifty states. From Christopher Columbus's major voyage mishap to George W. Bush's $40 million inauguration celebration, this thrilling journey into America's past reveals the details and stories behind the people and events that completely changed this country. Covering everything from the birth of our nation to recent history, The Great American Trivia Book offers a fascinating look into the country you thought you knew.Country Music Trivia
By Country Music Fame. 2003
Who named Roy Acuff "The King of Country Music"?What country singers are former employees of Nashville's Country Music Hall of…
Fame and Museum?Which Elvis Presley hit was written by Eddie Rabbit and featured piano and background singing by Ronnie Milsap? More than 1,000 questions and answers and 50 photos will keep Country Music fans entertained for hours with some obscure and fascinating, and some better-known facts about stars, songs, history, and traditions. Country Music Trivia is published in cooperation with the Country Music Hall of Fame, a world-class museum that highlights the history of country music from its birth to present day. The Hall of Fame and Museum is operated by the Country Music Foundation. In addition to the wealth of information available in the book, Country Music Trivia includes a CD-ROM with an interactive trivia game that can be played by one or more participants. Questions in the game come up at random so you will never play the same game twice. And by the way, the answers to the questions above are: Dizzy Dean; Lisa Angelle sold admission tickets, Kathy Mattea served as a tour guide, and Restless Heart's Larry Steward worked in the museum's gift shop; "Kentucky Rain."The Tales of Edgar Allan Poe
By Edgar Allan Poe. 2011
Vocabulary is a critical part of studying for the SATs. Memorizing words that are written on flashcards can be difficult…
because they are not put in the context of a sentence. Kaplan's SAT Score-Raising Classics make learning SAT vocabulary words easier and more enjoyable for students. Classic novels that are taught throughout high school can now be read while learning vocabulary words that frequently appear on the SAT exam. Designed for easy use, these books feature the actual text on one side of the page, with the word definitions on the opposite side. In addition, the vocabulary words are in easy-to-spot bold typeface throughout. Each Kaplan SAT Score-Raising Classic features:* The complete text of the classic novel* Hundreds of vocabulary words tested on the SAT exam* Definitions for each highlighted work on the facing page* A pronunciation guide* An index for easy reference* A teachers' guide that includes instructional suggestions, in-class activities, and homework assignments posted on our web site: kaptest.com Kaplan's SAT Score-Raising Classics series give readers get an invaluable learning tool and an enjoyable reading experience.Uncle John's The Enchanted Toilet Bathroom Reader for Kids Only!: Bathroom Reader For Kids Only! (For Kids Only)
By Bathroom Readers' Institute. 2012
This legendary addition to the wildly successful For Kids Only! series is chock full of the fun facts and eye-popping…
illustrations that kids have come to love, but this time we've added something new: fractured fairy tales . . . in graphic-novel style! They're brought to life in full color by some of today's best children's book illustrators. But wait, there's more! The Enchanted Toilet also has a whole bunch of mystical activities--including crafts, recipes, poems, jokes, tongue twisters, and a few magical experiments. All you have to do is wave your magic wand and click your heels together three times. You'll be enchanted by . . .Fantastic facts!- Real-life princesses (including one with a tattoo!)- Ninja: secrets of the invisible warriors- Where there be dragons- The human magnet and other dark wizards- The real-life HogwartsEnchanting activities!- How to make a wand- Using treats to catch a leprechaun- Transforming metals with alchemy- Sir Uncle John's "Guide to Training Your Dragon"Twisted tales!- "The Cockroach, the Mouse, and the Cricket"- "The Fairy Hedgehog"- "Ali Baba and the Forty Steves"- And a brand new King Arthur legend that involves...an enchanted toilet! And much, much more! Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.Uncle John's Briefs: Quick Bits of Fascinating Facts and Amazing Trivia
By Bathroom Readers' Institute. 2010
Got a minute to spare? That's all you'll need to get a quick hit of great bathroom reading! After hearing…
from our fans that they'd love an edition with all our best short stuff, we pored through more than 100 past editions to bring you the all-time greatest one- and two-page articles we've ever written. Result: Uncle John's Briefs is chock full of thousands of great facts and hundreds of quick hits covering history, origins, blunders, sports, pop science, and entertainment--plus a sprinkling of riddles, puns, anagrams, and other classic wordplay. Just open up to any one of these 288 pages. Who knows what you might find? Read about...The secrets of top-secret spy lingoThe monkey that got a head transplant...and livedUncle John's all-time favorite "Stall of Fame" winnersBizarre recipes: jellied moose nose, steamed muskrat legs, and haggisThe worst movie bloopers from Best Picture Oscar winnersThe man who built Death Valley's "Castle in the Desert"The little-known story of the best deal in sports historyHow to decipher the hidden codes a dollar billSinister left-handed factsEarth's greatest hitsAnd much, much more!Uncle John's Triumphant 20th Anniversary Bathroom Reader (Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Annual)
By Bathroom Readers' Institute. 2007
Happy birthday Uncle John This 20th anniversary edition-Uncle John s Triumphant 20th Bathroom Reader-proves that some things do…
get better with age Since 1987 the Bathroom Readers Institute has led the movement to stand up for those who sit down and read in the bathroom and everywhere else for that matter With more than 11 million books in print the Uncle John s Bathroom Reader series is the longest-running most popular series of its kind in the world Where else could you find obscure trivia strange lawsuits dumb crooks origins of everyday things forgotten history quotations and wordplay Uncle John rules the world of information and humor so get ready to be thoroughly entertained Read all about The origin of the Golden RuleHow your taste buds workThe real ZorroSpace needles Ferris wheels and the weirdest structures of all timeBooks by crooksAnd much much moreA comprehensive guide to day trading, with prescriptive information and actionable advice to help you achieve financial success.It may seem…
that day trading is only for savvy investors who know the ins and outs of the marketplace—but it doesn’t have to be. All it takes is the right information and staying on top of the market. Day Trading 101 simplifies all the terms, strategies, and processes involved in day trading, helping even the most novice investor find financial success. With information on recognizing trading patters, mastering trading options, keeping tabs on the market, establishing strategies to make the most profit, and understanding trading lingo, this guide can get you on track to becoming a smart investor. Full of expert advice on the best paths to trading success, Day Trading 101 leaves no stone unturned, and no trading option undiscovered.A Life Less Throwaway: The Lost Art of Buying for Life
By Tara Button. 2018
A revolutionary guide to the art of mindful buying that will teach you how to resist cheaply made goods and…
make smart fulfilling purchases that last a lifetime With the whole world trying to convince us to spend our way to happiness we ve been left cluttered stressed and unfulfilled Tara Button founder of BuyMeOnce is at the forefront of the global movement to change the way we shop and live forever Tara advocates a life of mindful buying that celebrates what lasts giving you exercises that help you curb impulses ignore trends and discover your true style Once a shopaholic herself her groundbreaking mindful curation method reveals the amazing benefits of buying for life and will help you Spot the tricks that make you overspend De-clutter your home Find the products that serve you best Rediscover the art of keeping and caring for things Find happiness success and self-worth beyond buyingRespected quotation anthologist and author of Oxymoronica and Viva la Repartee Dr Mardy Grothe is at his best in…
Metaphors Be with You an A to Z dictionary of 2 750 of history s greatest metaphorical quotations meticulously curated for writers readers and quotation lovers everywhere In Metaphors Be with You Dr Mardy Grothe has created the definitive reference on English s finest metaphors sourced from literature politics philosophy Hollywood religion sports comedy history religion pop culture and more Arranged into two sections-- The Ten Best Things Ever Said and The Single Best Thing Ever Said --Metaphors Be with You includes quotations on five hundred human interest topics and an introduction to the nature importance and sheer joy of metaphorical language Essential for writers readers and language aficionados this breathtaking beautifully designed sourcebook also contains elegantly integrated digital access to Dr Mardy s Dictionary of Metaphorical Quotations the world s largest online database of quotations containing metaphors similes and analogies This one-of-a-kind synergy between print and technology offers a comprehensive look at the diversity of words and phrases we use to relate to understand and describe our world by providing access to detailed source information innumerable Error Alerts and fascinating quotation backstories that will engage readers as they delve into metaphorical language and discover their own favorites Whether you re crafting a speech writing a novel or simply searching for new ways to express yourself this remarkable compendium is sure to inspire you with the perfect metaphor every timeHistory Decoded: The 10 Greatest Conspiracies of All Time
By Brad Meltzer, Keith Ferrell. 2013
It's an irresistible combination: Brad Meltzer, a born storyteller, counting down the world's most intriguing unsolved mysteries. And to make…
this richly illustrated book even richer, each chapter invites the reader along for an interactive experience through the addition of facsimile documents—the evidence! It's a treasure trove for conspiracy buffs, a Griffin and Sabine for history lovers. Adapted from Decoded, Meltzer’s hit show on the HISTORY network, History Decoded explores fascinating, unexplained questions. Is Fort Knox empty? Why was Hitler so intent on capturing the Roman “Spear of Destiny”? What’s the government hiding in Area 51? Where did the Confederacy’s $19 million in gold and silver go at the end of the Civil War? And did Lee Harvey Oswald really act alone? Meltzer sifts through the evidence; weighs competing theories; separates what we know to be true with what’s still—and perhaps forever—unproved or unprovable; and in the end, decodes the mystery, arriving at the most likely solution. Along the way we meet Freemasons, Rosicrucians, Nazi propagandists, and the real DB Cooper. At the beginning of each story is a custom-designed envelope—a faux 19th-century leather satchel, a U.S. government classified file—containing facsimiles of relevant evidence: John Wilkes Booth’s alleged unsigned will, a map of the Vatican, Kennedy’s death certificate. The whole is a riveting, interactive adventure through the compelling world of mysteries and conspiracies.Chicken Soup for the Bride's Soul: Stories of Love, Laughter and Commitment to Last a Lifetime
By Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Maria Nickless, Gina Romanello. 2012
Your wedding day is one of the most memorable of your life--especially if you're the bride. From unique proposals to…
hilarious and touching tales of actual ceremonies and receptions, this book will inspire anyone looking ahead to the big day. Chicken Soup for the Bride's Soul features a final section on Anniversaries that will give it a long shelf life, and open the market to those remembering the joy of their wedding day in later years. It's the perfect gift for bridal showers, weddings, and anniversaries.Why You Lose at Chess: Second Edition
By Tim Harding. 2001
This updated edition of a chess classic shows how to learn from defeats by recognizing warning signals and by analyzing…
what went wrong in losing games. Revised chapters focus on shift from correspondence chess to internet and email play, benefits of computer chess, and analysis of face-off between Kasparov and Deep Blue.The Mediator's Handbook
By Caroline C. Packard, Eileen Stief, Jennifer E. Beer. 2012
The popular The Mediator's Handbook presents a time-tested, adaptable model for helping people work through conflict. Extensively revised to incorporate…
recent practice and thinking, the accessible manual format lays out a clear structure for new and occasional mediators while offering a detailed, nuanced resource for professionals. Starting with a new chapter on assessing conflict and bringing people to the table, the first section explains the process step by step, from opening conversations and exploring the situation through the phases of finding resolution--deciding on topics, reviewing options, and testing agreements. The "Toolbox" section details the concepts and skills a mediator needs in order to: Understand the conflict Support the people Facilitate the process Guide decision-making Throughout the book, the emphasis is on what the mediator can do or say now, and on the underlying principles and core methods that can help the mediator make wise choices. Long a popular course textbook for high schools, universities, and training programs, The Mediator's Handbook is also a valued desk reference for professional mediators and a practical guide for managers, organizers, teachers, and anyone working with clients, customers, volunteers, committees, or teams. Jennifer E. Beer, PhD, mediates organizational conflicts, facilitates meetings, and offers related workshops, regularly teaching a negotiation course at Wharton (University of Pennsylvania). Caroline C. Packard, JD led Friends Conflict Resolution Programs for fifteen years and is an organizational conflict response specialist and mediator based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Eileen Stief developed the mediation process presented in the Handbook, training a generation of mediators to work with community, multi-party, and environmental disputes.Chicken Soup for the Surviving Soul: 101 Stories of Courage and Inspiration from Those Who Have Survived Cancer
By Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Patty Aubery, Nancy Mitchell. 1999
The pain of cancer touches many people in various ways. It afflicts the young and the old, the rich and…
the poor; it does not discriminate. What this book can reveal to you is not only how to deal with cancer but how to deal with all of life's difficulties and make life a more meaningful experience.Stop What You're Doing and Write! Yes, You; Write! Most writing guides imply--or outright state--that there's a fixed, specific formula…
or list of rules you must follow to achieve writing and publishing success. And all of them are phonies. Well, not completely. There are real, applicable techniques and strategies in any writing reference to help you. But the idea that there's only one way of writing? Nuts! With unconventional approaches to the craft, fresh angles on novel writing and selling, a healthy dose of humor, and no promise of refunds, Writing Without Rules is for those writers who have tried and tried again--and are ready to success on their own terms. In these pages, accomplished author Jeff Somers will show you:The key to a successful writing career is doing the actual writing, no matter the circumstances.Fantastic ideas are available everywhere--you just need to know how to tap into sources through a variety of approaches.Important craft aspects that you should focus on, such as characters and dialogue, while spending less time on others, like setting.Effective ways to get published--whether it's traditional or self-publishing--and how to supplement your income.Whether you're a plotter, a pantser, or somewhere in-between, Writing Without Rules is for those writers who are looking for a fresh take on tackling the challenge of writing and selling a novel, and building a career. As Somers will show you, it's less about being perfect in everything, and more about having the confidence to complete everything.Dictionary of Gypsy Mythology: Charms, Rites, and Magical Traditions of the Roma
By Claude Lecouteux. 2018
A comprehensive A-to-Z reconstruction of the oral tradition of the Rom--gypsies--based on sources never before available in English …
Presents the origin myths and magical traditions of the gypsies including their legendary ties to Egypt animal ancestors and tree spirits Examines the three major settings of gypsy folktales--the forest the waters and the mountain--and shows how their world is full of spirits Shows how the religious concepts of the Rom testify to a profound syncretism of the pagan traditions and Christianity Although their own myths and their common name point to Egyptian origins for the gypsies the Rom as they call themselves originated in India as evidenced by studies of their language They arrived in Europe in the ninth century and spread across the continent from East to West reaching England in the 15th century and Scandinavia by the end of the 16th century A nomadic people these wanderers were reviled by local populaces wherever they went and regarded as misfits intruders foreigners and thieves Drawing on a number of sources never before available outside of Eastern Europe Claude Lecouteux reconstructs the gypsy oral tradition to provide a comprehensive A-to-Z look at gypsy mythology including their folktales rites songs nursery rhymes jokes and magical traditions His main source is material collected by Heinrich Adalbert von Wlislocki 1856-1907 an ethnologist who lived with gypsies in Romania Transylvania and Hungary in the latter half of the 19th century He presents the origin myths of the gypsies legends which form the ancestral memory of the gypsy tribes and often closely touch on their daily life Lecouteux explores the full range of supernatural beings that inhabit the gypsy world including fairies undines ogres giants dog-people and demons and he examines the three major settings of gypsy folktales--the forest the waters and the mountain which they worshiped as a sacred being in its own right He also reveals how coexisting with peoples of different religions led the gypsies to adapt or borrow stories and figures from these groups and he shows how the religious concepts and sacred stories of the Rom testify to a profound syncretism of pagan traditions and Christianity Complete with rare illustrations and information from obscure sources appearing for the first time in English this detailed reference work represents an excellent resource for scholars and those seeking to reconnect to their forgotten gypsy heritageThe Pot Book: A Complete Guide to Cannabis
By Julie Holland. 2010
Leading experts on the science history politics medicine and potential of America s most…
popular recreational drug With contributions by Andrew Weil Michael Pollan Lester Grinspoon Allen St Pierre NORML Tommy Chong and others Covers marijuana s physiological and psychological effects its medicinal uses the complex politics of cannabis law pot and parenting its role in creativity business and spirituality and much more Exploring the role of cannabis in medicine politics history and society The Pot Book offers a compendium of the most up-to-date information and scientific research on marijuana from leading experts including Lester Grinspoon M D Rick Doblin Ph D Allen St Pierre NORML and Raphael Mechoulam Also included are interviews with Michael Pollan Andrew Weil M D and Tommy Chong as well as a pot dealer and a farmer who grows for the U S Government Encompassing the broad spectrum of marijuana knowledge from stoner customs to scientific research this book investigates the top ten myths of marijuana its physiological and psychological effects its risks why joints are better than water pipes and other harm-reduction tips for users how humanity and cannabis have co-evolved for millennia the brain s cannabis-based neurochemistry the complex politics of cannabis law its potential medicinal uses for cancer AIDS Alzheimer s multiple sclerosis and other illnesses its role in creativity business and spirituality and the complicated world of pot and parenting As legalization becomes a reality this book candidly offers necessary facts and authoritative opinions in a society full of marijuana myths misconceptions and stereotypesUp Your Game!: Skills, Tips, and Strategies to Achieve Total Sports Mastery
By Gary Belsky, Neil Fine. 2017
Sound smart and play smarter with this compendium of the tricks, techniques, and unwritten rules every sports fan needs—from naming…
your fantasy team to betting with friends, doing a flip turn to investing in memorabilia, winning at arm wrestling to hosting a Super Bowl party, and so much more. With over 150 to-the-point entries, plus helpful illustrations, charts, and lists, Up Your Game! will get you in the know in no time.“Among the many rewards of America the Ingenious, Kevin Baker’s survey of Yankee know-how, is stumbling on its buried nuggets.…
. . . Baker examines a wide range of the achievements that have made, and still make, America great again—and again.” —The Wall Street Journal All made in America: The skyscraper and subway car. The telephone and telegraph. The safety elevator and safety pin. Plus the microprocessor, amusement park, MRI, supermarket, Pennsylvania rifle, and Tennessee Valley Authority. Not to mention the city of Chicago or jazz or that magnificent Golden Gate Bridge. What is it about America that makes it a nation of inventors, tinkerers, researchers, and adventurers—obsessive pursuers of the never-before-created? And, equally, what is it that makes America such a fertile place to explore, discover, and launch the next big thing? In America the Ingenious, bestselling author Kevin Baker brings his gift of storytelling and eye for historical detail to the grand, and grandly entertaining, tale of American innovation. Here are the Edisons and Bells and Carnegies, and the stories of how they followed their passions and changed our world. And also the less celebrated, like Jacob Youphes and Loeb Strauss, two Jewish immigrants from Germany who transformed the way at least half the world now dresses (hint: Levi Strauss). And Leo Fender, who couldn’t play a note of music, midwifing rock ’n’ roll through his solid-body electric guitar and amplifier. And the many women who weren’t legally recognized as inventors, but who created things to make their lives easier that we use every day—like Josephine Cochran, inventor of the dishwasher, or Marion O’Brien Donovan, who invented a waterproof diaper cover. Or a guy with the improbable name of Philo Farnsworth, who, with his invention of television, upended communication as significantly as Gutenberg did. At a time when America struggles with different visions of what it wants to be, America the Ingenious shows the extraordinary power of what works: how immigration leads to innovation, what a strong government and strong public education mean to a climate of positive practical change, and why taking the long view instead of looking for short-term gain pays off many times over, not only for investors and inventors, but for the rest of us whose lives are made better by the new. America and its nation of immigrants have excelled at taking ideas from anywhere and transforming them into the startling, often unexpectedly beautiful creations that have shaped our world. This is that story.On the Origins of Sports: The Early History and Original Rules of Everybody's Favorite Games
By Gary Belsky, Neil Fine. 2016
New York Times Bestseller“Fascinating.”—Men’s Health, Best Beach Reads for Sports FansOn the Origins of Sports is an illustrated book built…
around the original rules of 21 of the world’s most popular sports, from football and soccer to wrestling and mixed martial arts. Never before have the original rules for these sports coexisted in one volume. Brimming with history and miscellany, it is the ultimate sports book for the thinking fan. Each sport’s chapter includes a short history, the sport’s original rules, and a deeper look into an element of the sport, such as the evolution of the baseball glove; sports with war roots; a compendium of sports balls; and iconic sports trophies. Written by ESPN The Magazine’s former editor in chief, Gary Belsky, and executive editor, Neil Fine, and filled with period-style line drawings in a handsome package, On the Origins of Sports is a book that sports fans and history buffs alike will want to display on their coffee tables, showcase on their bookshelves, and treasure for generations.