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Why?

Interesting Stories, Fun Facts, Questions & Answers About Science, History, Pop Culture, Traditions and More

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By: Riddleland
Narrated by: Anthony J. Santora
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Have you ever wondered: Why a day has 24 hours? Why is there a hole in the doughnut? Why do we light candles on a birthday cake?

Like many people, you’ve probably asked some of these questions when you were younger or maybe recently. Well, you will be pleasantly surprised to discover the interesting and maybe slightly bizarre origins of the strange things we do.

In Why? Interesting Stories, Fun Facts, Questions & Answers about Science, History, and Pop Culture, we cover 55 of the most regularly asked questions with fascinating origin stories.

In this book, you will find out about

  • Why are there 12 months in a year?
  • Which critter inspired the computer term “bug”?
  • Why do people bring a tree into their house in December?
  • Why do we shake hands when meeting people?
  • Why do horses wear shoes, but cows don’t?
  • And more….

Having listened to this book, you will not only know a lot more about the world around you, but you will also likely be asking many more questions. Asking questions leads to a search for knowledge, and knowledge helps to make us wise. Don’t ever stop asking, “Why?”

©2022 Riddleland (P)2023 Riddleland Mystery & Wonders Science & Technology
Engaging Storytelling • Fascinating Origins • Educational Content • Entertaining Narration • Accessible Explanations
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A must-have for everyone interested in learning more about the world around them is " "Why? Interesting Stories, Fun Facts, Questions & Answers about Science, History, and Pop Culture." This is the perfect audiobook to listen to while taking your family on a road trip! This book will delight you with its abundance of interesting historical facts, historical trivia, and humorous anecdotes. Listeners of all ages will find it easy to understand complex subjects thanks to the writing style's accessibility and entertainment value. This audiobook has much to offer everyone, regardless of age, from young inquisitors to curious adults.
For those who enjoy trivia and have a voracious appetite for knowledge, this is a must-listen. I strongly recommend it.

LISTEN TO KNOW WHY THIS BOOK IS THE BEST!!

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My kids are the most inquisitive little humans, so I knew this book had the potential to be a hit! We've listened numerous times, NUMEROUS. A great variety of facts, we've had some awesome conversations started after listening. We love it!

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'Why?' by Riddleland is a super fun collection of stories, trivia, and facts about the world. I had such a blast listening and discussing these fun facts with my family. This would make a wonderful gift for all science and history fanatics out there. The narration is fun and engaging, adding animation to the author's writing. I am definitely using this as trivia for my next game night. And since my husband and I often take long drives, I think this will make a great listen along the way!

An Entertaining Listen!

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"Why? Interesting Stories, Fun Facts, Questions & Answers about Science, History, and Pop Culture" is an absolute delight for anyone curious about the world around them. As someone who has always been fascinated by the origins of everyday phenomena, I found this audiobook informative and entertaining.

What sets this audible apart, in my opinion, is its engaging exploration of 55 commonly asked questions, each accompanied by a fascinating origin story. From the reason behind the 12-month calendar to the inspiration behind the computer term "bug," the audiobook sheds light on a wide range of topics with clarity and wit.

I particularly enjoyed learning about holiday traditions, such as why we bring a tree into our house in December and the history behind Valentine's Day. The audiobook also delves into the origins of everyday customs, like shaking hands when meeting people and saying "Hello" when answering the telephone.

The writing style is entertaining and accessible, making complex concepts easy to understand for listeners of all ages. Whether you're a curious child or an inquisitive adult, there's something in this audiobook for everyone.

Overall, "Why? Interesting Stories, Fun Facts, Questions & Answers about Science, History, and Pop Culture" is a must-listen for anyone with a thirst for knowledge and a love of trivia. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to satisfy their curiosity and learn something new about the world around them.

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'Why?' is not just a book; it's a journey through science, history, pop culture, traditions, and beyond. It's for anyone with a curious mind and a love for learning. It covers entertainment, education, intriguing stories, fun facts, and thought-provoking questions and answers for curious minds of all ages. Through engaging storytelling and relatable examples, it makes complex topics accessible and encourages readers to delve deeper into subjects they may have never considered before.

World of Fascination and Fun

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As someone who enjoys expanding their knowledge across various disciplines, I found "Why?" to be both informative and entertaining. It's the perfect audiobook to listen to while commuting, exercising, or simply relaxing at home. Whether you're a trivia enthusiast, a lifelong learner, or just someone with a curious mind, "Why?" is sure to satisfy your thirst for knowledge. Highly recommended!

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Riddleland has written a really fun resource full of cliff clavin facts!!! It is phenomenally done and a great listen. The narration by Anthony Santora is excellent!!

This book will make you more curious there is no doubt about it. We listened to it with the entire family on a road trip out of town this weekend and it was so much better than everyone being glued to their phones etc. Why do horses wear shoes and cows don't??? how about that one.....pretty interesting fun fact to know.

We really loved this book and highly recommend it......it was fun and informative for the whole family

Fun Resource

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An insightful tour of the oddball and fascinating facets of society, providing answers to questions I had wondered about since I was a kid and many more I had never considered. I was intrigued to learn about the history of birthday candles, the reason for the 24 hours in a day, and the origin of the doughnut hole. Beyond trivial details, the book explores the cultural meaning of shaking hands and the practical reasons behind certain situations, such as why horses wear shoes while cows don't.

This book stands out for its unique way of fusing pop culture, science, and history into an enormously entertaining and educational novel. It serves as evidence that learning is a continuous process that piques interest and motivates more inquiries. Not only has the information about the history of commonplace customs and items broadened my understanding, but it has also provided me with a ton of interesting anecdotes to share with others. The book was entertaining and delightful and I highly reco!!

So entertaining and fun!

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How often do you ask yourself “why?” For the curious mind, this is a must listen! This book is packed with the answers to questions you never thought to ask, fun and amusing facts and stories about a wide variety of topics to keep you entertained. How better to fill some time than to learn something interesting to share with friends and family?! Worth the time and definitely recommend!

FUN FOR CURIOUS MINDS

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If you are looking for your the next audiobook to listen to on your next family road trip, this is it! Filled to the brim with fun, historical facts, curiosities, and giggles, this book is sure to please! Anthony J. Santora was just the guy to narrate this and had a ball doing it.

Fun for the whole family!

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