Rare and Unusual Knowledge: Extraordinary Facts About Everyday Things (Facts and Knowledge)

Author: Bulmez, Daniel

Binding: paperback

Number Of Pages: 194

Release Date: 17-11-2024

Details: Unlock the Hidden Secrets of the World—One Mind-Blowing Fact at a Time!
Did you know that lightning can strike the same place twice? Or that the fork was once considered scandalous? Have you ever wondered why your fingers wrinkle in water or why some countries drive on the left?
Rare and Unusual Knowledge You Didn’t Know takes you on an eye-opening journey into the most surprising, bizarre, and fascinating facts about science, history, language, culture, technology, and everyday life. This book isn’t just a collection of trivia—it’s a gateway to seeing the world in a whole new way.
Inside, you'll uncover:
✅ The strange science of the ordinary—How soap actually cleans, why bread rises, and what makes a microwave work.
✅ Hidden histories—The weird evolution of common objects like toilet paper, the secret behind the Eiffel Tower’s original color, and why handshakes became a thing.
✅ Cultural oddities explained—Why do some countries eat insects while others cringe? How does language shape the way we think?
✅ Technology’s best-kept mysteries—Why airplane Wi-Fi is frustratingly slow, how QR codes store information, and the truth about AI’s origins.
✅ Mind-bending natural phenomena—How animals predict earthquakes, what makes lightning dance, and why the ocean glows at night.
From the everyday to the extraordinary, Rare and Unusual Knowledge You Didn’t Know will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew. Packed with intriguing stories, surprising origins, and mind-expanding facts, this book is your ultimate companion for lifelong learning.
💡 A must-have for trivia lovers, deep thinkers, and anyone who loves uncovering the unexpected truths hidden in plain sight.

EAN: 9798300217488

Package Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.0 x 0.7 inches

Languages: English