Stupid History, 2: Tales of Stupidity, Strangeness, and Mythconceptions Through the Ages

Gregory, Leland

ISBN 10: 0740760548 / ISBN 13: 9780740760549

Editore: Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2007

Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Codice articolo G0740760548I2N00

Riassunto:

Why exactly is Paul Revere revered? Was the lightbulb really Thomas Edison's bright idea?

* Best-selling author Leland Gregory employs his masterful wit to expose historical myths, faux "facts," strange events, and tales of human stupidity throughout history.

If it would shock you to learn that Benjamin Franklin didn't discover electricity, you'll appreciate this take on hundreds of historical legends and debacles. Historians and humorists alike may be surprised to learn that:

* Samuel Prescott made the famous horseback ride into Concord, not Paul Revere.

* As a member of Parliament, Isaac Newton spoke only once. He asked for an open window.

* On April 24, 1898, Spain declared war on the U.S., thus starting the Spanish-American War. The U.S. declared war the very next day, but not wanting to be outdone, had the date on the declaration changed from April 25 to April 21.

With these and many other stories, leading humorist Leland Gregory once again highlights both the strange and the funny side of humankind.

Informazioni sull'autore: The jokes, wacky anecdotes, and inane quotes in Leland Gregorys Stupid-themed anthologies showcase the best of human nature at its worst. Through his Twitter handle of @ChronicStupid, Leland shares headlines, quips, and unbelievable feats of folly culled from print, online, and broadcast media around the globe. He has authored more than a dozen humor titles, includingWhat's the Number for 911? and the New York Times best-sellers Stupid American History andAmerica's Dumbest Criminals. A tireless promoter, he has made hundreds of radio and television appearances, including multiple appearances on NBC'sToday show.

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Titolo: Stupid History, 2: Tales of Stupidity, ...
Casa editrice: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Data di pubblicazione: 2007
Legatura: Paperback
Condizione: As New
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