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Stupid History: Tales of Stupidity, Strangeness, and Mythconceptions Throughout the Ages
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by Leland Gregory
Sales Rank: 3018
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List Price: $9.99
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Features
Cover Type: Paperback with 320 pages
Published by: Andrews McMeel Publishing May 1, 2007
Written in: English
ISBN 10 Number: 0740760548
ISBN 13 Number: 978-0740760549
Book Dimensions:
6.9 x 4.9 x 0.9 inches
Weighs: 8.8 ounces
Product Description
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.
About The Author
Leland Gregory has written for Saturday Night Live and is the coauthor of the New York Times best-seller America's Dumbest Criminals and many other top-selling humor books. A tireless promoter, he has conducted hundreds of interviews-including four appearances on NBC's Today show. Gregory and his family reside in Nashville, Tenn.
Reader Reviews
I usually read history books exclusively, but ran across this one and thought, "Why Not?" This was very funny as well as informative. You'll learn a lot and laugh a lot. All you fellow history buffs should lighten up and read this one.
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