The Book of Amazing History

Description

The Amazing Book of History is a 704-page collection of hundreds of articles, lists, quotes, and anecdotes that explore a lively range of human history, from the ancient world to the recent past to pop culture. Perfect for history buffs, trivia fans, and everyone with an interest in the past.

• Looks at history from an anything-goes perspective, with nearly 300 dynamic tales of people, places, and events.
• Topics include science, politics, the arts, war, medicine, sports, crime, food, historical figures, and more.
• Learn about:
  • The real-life explorers who created King Kong.
  • The teenager who invented television.
  • Nazi Germany's secret baby farms.
  • Biological warfare secrets of the ancient world.
  • The racy true story of the Barbie doll.
  • The development of American hot rod culture.
  • A brief history of underwear.
  • The food obsessions of ancient Rome.