Curious Chronicles
A Journey through Uncommon Knowledge and Strange Facts
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Anthony Ziello
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K. Connors
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Dive into a captivating journey through the most bizarre and astonishing aspects of our world with "Curious Chronicles: A Journey Through Uncommon Knowledge and Strange Facts." This book isn't just another item for your collection; it's a gateway to stories so outlandish and incredible, you'll have to remind yourself they're all true.
From tales of emus outwitting an army to the artistic escapades of Salvador Dalí and his pet ocelot, we've scoured the globe for the most intriguing and downright odd stories history and nature have to offer. "Curious Chronicles" explores the peculiar corners of human innovation, the natural world's most baffling phenomena, and those unexplained mysteries that leave us pondering long into the night.
Perfect for trivia enthusiasts, curious minds, and anyone who's ever been fascinated by the world's oddities, this book promises to enlighten, entertain, and perhaps even evoke a chuckle or two. So, if you're looking to spice up your audiobook list with something genuinely engaging, "Curious Chronicles" is poised to become your new favorite pick. Embark on this journey through the joyously jagged edges of knowledge with us. Who knows? You might just discover that reality is indeed stranger—and more fascinating—than fiction.
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- Hollie Archer
- 08-28-24
The Best
I really enjoyed this witty book with K. Connors exploring in a slightly hapless if charming way. He was honest in that solo back packing can be lonely but he met lots if colourful characters ane kept me engaged till the end.
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- Sebastian Summers
- 08-28-24
Entertaining
Read while on holiday in Sri Lanka and therefore very relevant and informative. At the same time would recommend even if not going to Sri Lanka as a good read and very funny.
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- Kyle Chan
- 08-28-24
Great...
This book is still full of great information about people, and places. I appreciate your work, K. Connors.
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- Katie Shah
- 08-28-24
Engaging....!!
We have a grandson who is very curious about the outdoors and loves to engage in science and this this is the best book for him.
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- Sophie Dixon
- 08-28-24
WOW
Such open honesty and genuine humor made this a great journey, I felt as though I was there myself. Charmingly written, I eagerly await the next adventure.
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- Freya Kennedy
- 08-28-24
New stuff
This was a fun and interesting read about the little known facts of a new place like San Francisco. I’d read about several of these things unique to San Francisco over the years but I learned some new stuff as well.
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- Evie Leach
- 08-28-24
Informative..!!!
It gave so much information and the author's witty re-account of his travels made me feel like a friend telling me the stories of his adventures over a pint.
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- Morgan Armstrong
- 08-28-24
Interesting
I found the section on local slang to be interesting. The book is a nice blend of both historical and current topics.
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- Luca Mahmood
- 08-28-24
Historical..!!
This book would make a great gift for any fans of the podcast or any locals interested in the history around them.
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- Adam Bryan
- 08-28-24
Wonderful!!
Well-researched and informative. A great diversion and homage. Thank you to K. Connors. I like this book.
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