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Seraphina Lewis
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Hungry for a treasure trove of weird and wonderful facts beyond your wildest imagination? Then keep on reading…
Did you know that trees collaborate, communicate, and engage in chemical warfare?
Or that humans are better at smelling rain than sharks are at smelling blood?
Sometimes, life gets boring. Your sense of wonder often gets lost in a pile of chores, paperwork, and obligations.
With tons of boredom-busting facts and mysteries about plants, animals, history, space travel, and everything in between, you have a set of fail-safe conversation starters up your sleeve.
So, if you want to find out…
- Why some people believe their families have been replaced by impostors
- How tens of thousands of fireflies can synchronize with each other to blink in unison
Then this book is here to satisfy your curiosity.
In this enthralling collection of 60 fascinating, bizarre, and entertaining phenomena, you’ll discover:
- The creature that never dies — it just goes back to the juvenile stage and starts all over again
- How a slimy glob of single-celled organisms can remember, learn, and transfer knowledge
- When science-fiction turns into real-life horror — how a fungus takes over ants’ bodies and turns them into zombies
- The story of the “dancing plague” that swept through Europe 500 years ago, leaving people dead from exhaustion
- The country where you can pay someone to apologize for you, or even quit your job
- The mechanics of black holes and the possibility of “white holes”… places where time runs backward
And so much more.
This isn’t just any old collection of recycled factoids and half-true anecdotes — all of the information has been carefully curated, thoroughly researched, and fact-checked.
So, what are you waiting for?
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In 1992, the deadliest year in Chicago’s history, seven-year-old Dantrell Davis was shot and killed in front of his elementary school inside the public housing complex Cabrini-Green. What happened to Dantrell led to a truce among Chicago’s gangs, but it also ignited a national panic about poverty and violence in America’s cities. Dantrell’s name would soon be used to demolish all of Chicago’s high-rise public housing, displacing tens of thousands of low-income families.
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A Gripping and Necessary Work
- By booklover on 11-24-24
By: Ben Austen, and others
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Ho Tactics
- How to MindF**k a Man into Spending, Spoiling, and Sponsoring
- By: G. L. Lambert
- Narrated by: Patrick Stevens
- Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins
- Unabridged
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I have discovered a group of women who refuse to be exploited, are immune to manipulation, and who never settle in the name of love. These ladies know what they want and take what they want by beating men at their own game. Utilizing the secrets exposed in this book, these women gain power, money, and status. Men call them gold diggers, women call them hos, but they call themselves winners. This is the book that society doesn't want you to listen to….
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I spent $24,000 in 4 months
- By B.M. on 10-06-18
By: G. L. Lambert
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The Autobiography of Malcolm X
- As Told to Alex Haley
- By: Malcolm X, Alex Haley
- Narrated by: Laurence Fishburne
- Length: 16 hrs and 52 mins
- Unabridged
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Experience a bold take on this classic autobiography as it’s performed by Oscar-nominated Laurence Fishburne. In this searing classic autobiography, originally published in 1965, Malcolm X, the Muslim leader, firebrand, and Black empowerment activist, tells the extraordinary story of his life and the growth of the Human Rights movement. His fascinating perspective on the lies and limitations of the American dream and the inherent racism in a society that denies its non-White citizens the opportunity to dream, gives extraordinary insight into the most urgent issues of our own time.
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it's Nearly perfect
- By Kerry on 09-16-20
By: Malcolm X, and others
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I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn’t)
- Telling the Truth about Perfectionism, Inadequacy, and Power
- By: Brené Brown
- Narrated by: Lauren Fortgang
- Length: 10 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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Based on seven years of ground-breaking research and hundreds of interviews, I Thought It Was Just Me shines a long-overdue light on an important truth: Our imperfections are what connect us to each other and to our humanity. Our vulnerabilities are not weaknesses; they are powerful reminders to keep our hearts and minds open to the reality that we're all in this together.
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I'm sure its great if you are a mother ....
- By Leslie A Hill on 08-09-11
By: Brené Brown
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Mythology: Mega Collection
- Classic Stories from the Greek, Celtic, Norse, Japanese, Hindu, Chinese, Mesopotamian and Egyptian Mythology
- By: Scott Lewis
- Narrated by: Madison Niederhauser, Oliver Hunt
- Length: 31 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged
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Do you know how many wives Zeus had? Or how the famous Trojan War was caused by one beautiful lady? Or how Thor got his hammer? Give your imagination a real treat. This Mega Mythology Collection of eight audiobooks is for you....
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An interesting set of introductions.
- By Kevin Potter on 05-30-19
By: Scott Lewis
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The Philosopher's Toolkit: How to Be the Most Rational Person in Any Room
- By: Patrick Grim, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Patrick Grim
- Length: 12 hrs and 2 mins
- Original Recording
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Taught by award-winning Professor Patrick Grim of the State University of New York at Stony Brook, The Philosopher’s Toolkit: How to Be the Most Rational Person in Any Room arms you against the perils of bad thinking and supplies you with an arsenal of strategies to help you be more creative, logical, inventive, realistic, and rational in all aspects of your daily life.
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This should NOT be an audio book
- By Brooks Emerson on 03-21-20
By: Patrick Grim, and others
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My Big TOE: Awakening
- Book One of a Trilogy Unifying Philosophy, Physics, and Metaphysics
- By: Thomas Campbell
- Narrated by: Thomas Campbell
- Length: 11 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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My Big TOE: Awakening, written by a nuclear physicist in the language of contemporary culture, unifies science and philosophy, physics and metaphysics, mind and matter, purpose and meaning, the normal and the paranormal. The entirety of human experience (mind, body, and spirit) including both our objective and subjective worlds is brought together under one seamless scientific understanding.
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What a Trip (but to where?)
- By Michael on 11-26-13
By: Thomas Campbell
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- Terri Sterk
- 09-25-24
Fascinating Facts
You won't be able to stop listening to these intriguing facts that catch you off guard. Whether commuting, doing chores, or relaxing, this audiobook keeps your mind engaged and curious. It's like having a pocketful of conversation starters. You'll share these tidbits with friends and family, sparking exciting discussions. It's a delightful way to learn something new every day!
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- Moogie
- 09-14-24
A Fun Dive into the World of Fascinating Facts!
Each chapter unveils surprising, lesser-known facts that had me pausing and thinking, "Wow, I didn’t know that!" It covers such a wide range of topics that there's something for everyone, no matter your interests. I found myself sharing what I learned with friends and family, which sparked some interesting conversations. It’s engaging and packed with information without being overwhelming. A great listen for those who love to learn something new every day!
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- Liubou
- 09-14-24
Endlessly fascinating!
I’m always on the hunt for fun facts and this audiobook definitely delivered! Each section had me saying, “Wait, what?!” I loved how it covered so many random yet intriguing topics. It was perfect for my daily commute—quick bursts of fascinating info to keep me engaged without being overwhelming. Definitely one to revisit when I need a mental pick-me-up!
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- Bridget
- 09-23-24
Intriguing
‘Curiosities Revealed’ is all that you would think it would be. So many interesting facts, even on topics that you may not be that interested in. Taking a look at how things function in the world is truly fascinating!
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- Drake
- 09-20-24
A Treasure Trove of Fun Facts
This book is a delightful surprise! Every chapter is packed with astonishing facts that kept me engaged from start to finish. I love how the author weaves in trivia from various fields, making it a perfect companion for anyone who enjoys learning something new. Whether it’s about nature, history, or unusual traditions, there’s always something to pique your curiosity. I found myself sharing many of these facts with friends and family. If you have an inquisitive mind, this book is a must-have!
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- KelliG
- 09-19-24
Not just random trivia-Good read!
The beauty of this audiobook is that it isn’t just about random trivia—it digs into topics that make you think and might even give you a new perspective on the world. I mean, who knew that humans are better at smelling rain than sharks are at smelling blood? It’s these kinds of unexpected tidbits that keep you wanting more. The stories range from the quirky, like people believing their families have been replaced by impostors, to the downright creepy, like a fungus that takes over ants and turns them into zombies!
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- Rhonda Gudger
- 09-26-24
This book is unbelievable so much information
I just finished listening to "Curiosities Revealed." This book is amazing. We always have game night with our family and I was wanting to bring something new to the table. This was the perfect book. It is well written and organized. Each chapter has a specific topic. I learned so much in this book I was surprised. I learned that jellyfish never die and just go back to a juvenile state. A pistol shrimp can punch with the force of a .22 caliber pistol. One of the coolest facts is fireflies can sink up their blinks. My favorite quote in the book was. “Sometimes the most extraordinary things happen in the most ordinary of places, you just need to look a little closer.” It really reminds you that the world is full of wonders, even in the simplest things. I highly recommend this book. So much fun to read and share.
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- GrammyG
- 09-13-24
Fascinating Facts That Keep You Wanting More
This book is packed with so many intriguing facts that I couldn’t put it down! Each page had something new that caught my attention, and it’s perfect for those moments when you want to learn something fun and unexpected. It’s a great conversation starter, too—I’ve been sharing facts from it with my friends nonstop. If you love learning quirky, interesting tidbits, this is a must-have!
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- Arizona Reader Chevy's
- 09-20-24
Incredibly Entertaining
This eclectic collection of oddities and unusual facts is very entertaining. It reminds me of a favorite podcast that has many different topics and ideas that seem a bit jumbled together, yet the book manages to be fascinating. I have to admit that some of the topics interested me most like unusual biological and mental illnesses, interesting cultures, and historical events like the molasses flood, a war over a lost bucket, and Napolean being attached by rabbits. There is something in here for everyone including nature lovers, and science geeks as well. One thing I will mention is that the narrator speaks very slowly, so I had to listen at 1.5X speed. Truly, this would make a great podcast series.
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- Gerald
- 09-20-24
A Fun Learning Experience
True to its title, this book is packed with fascinating facts that kept me intrigued and eager to learn more. It truly satisfied my curiosity and had me excited with each random trivia. Every chapter offered unique and little-known facts, keeping me engaged right until the very end. There was never a dull moment, and I found myself wanting more after each chapter. Overall, it was a highly enjoyable and informative book. I highly recommend it!
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