So what DOES happen to a torn dollar bill? And what should you do with a defective coin? Dr. Knowledge answers these questions and provides many more fascinating facts in this entertaining book about everyone’s favorite subject—money! Packed with unusual, amusing, and interesting information on everything from the history of the credit card to the history of social security numbers, from the most valuable coin to the wealthiest person in the world, Dr. Knowledge fills this book with more information about money than imaginable. Noteworthy quotes are sprinkled throughout the book, too, telling you some of the best things ever said about money. It’s a book that will give you something to think about next time you open your wallet!
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What can you say about a holiday on which we invite a strange old bearded man to break and enter our house—and leave him a snack for his troubles? Imagine an illustrated “urban legends” collection devoted to Christmas and you’ll understand this fact-packed compilation of curiosities, lists, and anecdotes dealing with a worldwide holiday that has become as much an orgy of consumerism as it is a sacred celebration.
Many crimes and catastrophes have taken place around Christmas and this book recounts them all, along with strange customs from many lands (e.g., the African nation that celebrates Christmas by eating fried caterpillars), the many peculiar incarnations of Santa Claus, and some truly hair-raising gifts people have been known to give one another. Weird Christmas is a fresh, irreverent look at a heartfelt tradition.
Illustrated with cunning original artwork by Lisa Weber as well as black-and-white photographs, this gift-worthy little volume goes behind the scenes at the Christmas pageant for a smart, funny, and eye-opening look at the biggest day on the calendar.
Many crimes and catastrophes have taken place around Christmas and this book recounts them all, along with strange customs from many lands (e.g., the African nation that celebrates Christmas by eating fried caterpillars), the many peculiar incarnations of Santa Claus, and some truly hair-raising gifts people have been known to give one another. Weird Christmas is a fresh, irreverent look at a heartfelt tradition.
Illustrated with cunning original artwork by Lisa Weber as well as black-and-white photographs, this gift-worthy little volume goes behind the scenes at the Christmas pageant for a smart, funny, and eye-opening look at the biggest day on the calendar.
About the Author
Charles Reichblum has amassed one of the world’s largest collections of amazing facts and interesting stories for his series of books, including the recently published Dr. Knowledge Presents Strange & Fascinating Facts About Famous Brands and Dr. Knowledge Presents Strange & Fascinating Facts About the Presidents, and for his "Dr. Knowledge" radio shows heard in 38 states from KDKA, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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Santa Claus, New York, United States, Christmas Eve, Saint Nicholas, White House, Merry Christmas, Feng Shui, San Francisco, Supreme Court, Los Angeles, North Carolina, Silent Night, National Christmas Tree Association, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, First Amendment, John Ramsey, New Orleans, North America, Oshkosh B'Gosh, Charles Dickens, Christmas Island, Holy Night, Hong Kong, Irving Berlin New!
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- A Christmas Carol (Bantam Classic) by Charles Dickens on 6 pages
- A Visit from St. Nicholas by Clement Clarke Moore on page 45, page 48, and Back Matter
- Hellbent on Insanity by Joey Green in Front Matter (1), and Front Matter (2)
- The Stars and Stripes Forever by John Philip Sousa in Front Matter, and page 34
- Wash Your Hair With Whipped Cream by Joey Green in Front Matter, and Back Matter
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