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Do you know what the ancient Romans used instead of soap? Which emperor made his horse into a senator? Who was the god of music, light and truth? And how would a gladiator request an honourable death in battle? John Harnish answers all these questions and more as he takes us on a fascinating trip through the ancient Roman world. Whether you're studying this amazing period in history or are simply interested in how our ancestors lived, this is the perfect audiobook for you.

In this fantastic audiobook, John Harnish talks us through over 100 amazing facts about ships and boats, covering categories such as famous ships, seafaring terminology, naval ship classes and much more. So if you want to know which ship is the world's fastest or who made the deepest solo dive in a submarine, this is the perfect book for you!

Are you the world's biggest Ariana Grande fan? Or do you want to find out everything there is to know about the actress, singer, and songwriter? If so, then this is the book for you! Contained within are over 100 facts about Ariana, from her childhood and first acting roles through to her emergence as a world-renowned singer with a vocal range to rival Mariah Carey. Narrated by Kent Harris, this is the perfect audiobook for everyone from new fans all the way through to die-hard Arianators!

Do you know how much the most expensive bottle of wine ever auctioned sold for? Or how the production processes of red and white wine differ? What should you be doing when a waiter hands you a cork? And what is the difference between an aroma and a bouquet? Charles King reveals the answer to all these questions and more as he talks us through over 100 amazing facts about wine.

Are you a budding comedian who wants to have a joke ready for every occasion? If so, this is the perfect audiobook for you! Master of comedy Jack Goldstein has loaded over one hundred of his most powerful laugh grenades into his ultimate humour launcher and has handed it over to his English counterpart Stephen Harris to take aim, press the button and unleash hilarity mayhem!

In this amazing audiobook you can find more than one hundred facts about the country of France. Separated into sections such as its geography, its people, famous French figures and many more you will find some fascinating information inside! Whether you are planning on visiting France, working on a geography project or just want to know more about this beautiful country, this is an excellent addition to your audiobook library.

Which cheese do you think is the most expensive in the world? How large was the wheel of cheddar given to Queen Victoria as a wedding present? And what cheese did Napoleon enjoy most as his army swept through Europe? Narrator Charles King answers these questions and more as he talks us through 101 Amazing Facts About Cheese. Whether you’re an experienced cheese buff and want to discover some interesting and little-known facts or you’re simply interested to know more about the process of cheese making, this is the perfect book for you.

Did you know that the dog who played Toto in The Wizard of Oz earned more money for the film than any of the munchkins did? Or that three quarters of the women James Bond has slept with have tried to kill him? Would you be surprised to find out that censors in New Zealand cut The Muppet Movie because (according to them) it featured scenes of gratuitous violence?

Every one of us has - at one time or another - wondered about what it means to be human. Do we have a soul? What is the mind's eye? Where do dreams come from; where do they go? The greatest thinkers of our time have considered these questions and more; after much time mulling things over they have summed up the human condition in short - but incredibly deep - quotations.

Did you know that the Latin name for the tree from which we get the seed that we turn into chocolate translates as ‘food of the gods’? Or that eating chocolate can in fact help prevent tooth decay? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Lawrence Keefe talks us through over 100 amazing facts like these as he tackles the rather tasty subject of chocolate. From information about chocolate throughout history and around the world to how the production process developed and much more, this is an audiobook that will interest everyone, chocaholic or not!

Do you want to know the important facts about President Abraham Lincoln's Life? Amongst many other things, the 16th US president abolished slavery, made the Gettysburg Address, and was tragically assassinated whilst in office. This excellent audiobook gives you all the information you need to know about one of history's most important leaders.

In this amazing audiobook you can find more than one hundred facts about the country of Italy. Separated into sections such as its geography, its landmarks, famous Italian figures from history and many more you will find some fascinating information inside! Whether you are planning on visiting Italy, working on a geography project or just want to know more about this beautiful country, this is an excellent addition to your audio catalogue. Find the information you need, fast!

Did you know that an old tradition in Scandinavia tells of a Yule Goat who wanders around villages ensuring people have properly prepared for Christmas and demanding presents from everyone? Or that in 1659 it was illegal to celebrate Christmas in Massachusetts? What on earth is a Turducken? And how many Christmas tree farms are there in America? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Kent Harris answers all of these questions and more as he talks us through over 100 amazing yuletide facts.

How much do you know about Australia? Whether you have lived there all your life or have simply thought about visiting one day, you’ll be fascinated to learn all about the land where Christmas means baking-hot sun and a barbeque on the beach! In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Charles King takes us on a journey ‘Down Under’, revealing over 100 amazing facts about Australia, from interesting information about the country’s history, landmarks and wildlife to its best-known citizens and much more.

Warning! Warning! This collection of jokes is dangerously funny. The hilarious Kent Harris has a bunch of jokes to tell you, with some about animals, some about medicine, some real classics, but all starting with those famous words 'doctor, doctor'. So make sure to tell your whole family they should prepare themselves for their sides splitting before listening to this awesome audiobook....

Are you the world's biggest Ed Sheeran fan? Or do you want to know everything there is to know about one of the most talented singer-songwriters of a generation? In this excellent audiobook, Kent Harris tells us everything about Ed, from how he got started in the music industry, to his tattoos, collaborations with other artists and much more. Whether you're a brand new fan or someone who's been following Ed Sheeran for years, you're sure to enjoy these 101 amazing facts.

How can you use a tree as a compass? What on earth makes maple trees explode? Where is the tallest tree in the world? And how can a tree own itself? Narrator Charles King talks us through the answers to all of these questions and more as we discover over 100 amazing facts about the trees in our environment. So whether you're a dedicated arborist or are just interested in this often overlooked yet wonderful area of nature, then this is the perfect audiobook for you.

What exactly is an avalanche? Why do tropical cyclones spin in different directions? What is the deadliest heat wave ever to have been recorded? And what are the three different types of lightning? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Andrew Baldwin answers all these questions and more as he talks us through over 100 amazing facts about the world's deadliest natural disasters.

Are you the world's biggest Blink-182 fan? Do you know everything there is to know about pop-punk's greatest band? Or are you new to the scene and want to become an instant expert on the band everyone is talking about? Then this is the audiobook for you. Contained within are 101 amazing facts covering everything from the band’s early days through the more difficult times (including the infamous plane crash) right up to their 2016 comeback -

Did you know that the fastest speed of a horse ever recorded was more than 50 miles per hour? Or that horses use their tales to tell each other what they’re feeling? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia talks us through over 100 amazing facts about horses. Subjects covered include record breakers, famous horses, breeds and much more, so whether you want to know the difference between a horse and a pony or who the most successful racehorse of all time was, this is the perfect book for you!