From the trivial (Who won the first World Series?) to the imponderable (Who invented time?), from nature's mysteries (Why don't spiders stick to their webs?) to society's fears (What studies have been done on corporate mind control?), Jeeves has the answer to just about any question. The Ask Jeeves Web site lets users put their queries in simple, standard language so that they get the fastest, most efficient facts available online. From the vast holds of this Internet think tank, authors Erin Barrett and Jack Mingo have chosen the most thoughtful, the most fascinating, and the most obscure questions anyone has ever asked Jeeves. The book highlights Ask Jeeves's unique mix of solid information with witty, tongue-in-cheek delivery. Like the site, the book is structured for easy use, divided into dozens of pithy chapters from "Mysterious Machinery" to "A Walk in the Zoo." Web sources and clever follow-up questions are included.
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If you ever wonder what to do with those zillions of brain cells lying around dormant in that head of yours, maybe you should try filling 'em up with information from Jeeves, the friendly answer man from Ask.com. Just Curious, Jeeves is an entertaining trivia book that makes a great companion for traveling or on a sluggish sick day. Categories range from lighthearted to surprisingly educational--whether it's Bozo the Clown's shoe size you're looking for (83AAA) or the last words of assorted historical figures, this little volume contains 1,001 questions and answers, as well as contact information for plenty more. Equally appropriate for all family members, several chapters present some interesting after-dinner activities. Learn how to make yourself burp with "Stupid Body Tricks," or celebrate an Australian-style Christmas with surfing and a barbecue, as suggested in "Celebrate!" Dinner itself can get a little zanier by using the list of diner lingo in "Food for Thought"--why have a boring old hot dog when you can feast with "burn the pup, all the way"? The same chapter brings a recipe for sauerkraut cookies ... could this be the next bake-sale hit? Science, history, literature, and religion are treated in the same mildly irreverent manner as goofier topics like pop culture, snack foods, and brand names. With Web sites and street addresses thrown in for additional information on lots of these questions, this book may be merely a starting point on your quest to be the World's Most Informed Person. If that doesn't pan out financially, turn to "Driving Passions," where you'll find the proper address to send your résumé for a job driving the Oscar Mayer Weinermobile. --Jill Lightner
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You will be the center of attention at any party!,
By Jessica Spinosa, Internet for Beginners Host (Kingston, RI) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Just Curious, Jeeves : What Are The 1001 Most Intriguing Questions Asked on the Internet (Paperback)
For those trivia-lovers, this book is perfect for those who want to know just *how* far it actually is to Tipperary. Fast paced and sectioned off, you can read snippets of your favorite subjects at any time. It's small, so it will fit into a bag. Take it with you for something quick to read when you are waiting for something. Each topic is quick, to the point, and the question is answered ready to move on to the next question. I don't know which is more fascinating, the answers to the questions themselves, or the actual questions that people Ask Jeeves! You will have a snippet of trivia to add for any conversation, making you the center of attention anywhere you go.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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This is great!,
By Edward Zelosky (California) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Just Curious, Jeeves : What Are The 1001 Most Intriguing Questions Asked on the Internet (Paperback)
This is a book that's chockful of great information. It's also very entertaining and even laugh-out-loud funny at times. Each section is short, so you can fill any amount of time from 30 seconds to three hours without getting bored. I heartily recommend it.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
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So Much to Know...,
By Beth Perrine (U.S.A.) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Just Curious, Jeeves : What Are The 1001 Most Intriguing Questions Asked on the Internet (Paperback)
What a great idea for a book! Here are the answers to 1001 of the "most intriguing" questions asked of Jeeves, the Internet's famous answer-man. Now this was a fun read! Not only did I learn a lot of interesting stuff; I also couldn't stop chuckling. My inner-child led me first to the chapters titled: "Stupid Body Tricks," and "Behind the Bathroom Door." I was not disappointed: now I know with certainty how to cure hiccups as well as how to create a burp. Later I read other chapters and learned (among other things) all about van Gogh's ear, the history of Twinkies, and Shakespeare's detractors. Thought-provoking quotes from people like T.S. Eliot and Mick Jagger and clever turns of phrase pop up everywhere. These, combined with creative, well-written answers make this book really funny as well as informative. I can hardly wait to send copies to my know-it-all friends-especially the one I didn't believe when he told me that farts are flammable!
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