The Completely Useless Guide to Christmas


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Did you know that Santa used to wear a blue tricorn hat and yellow stockings before he traded it in for his trademark red suit?Did you know that chocolate coins are now available in pound sterling and euro currencies? And did you know that it would be far healthier to eat your vitamin-packed Christmas tree than your chocolate coins - and that artificial Christmas trees were originally made from toilet brushes?In this delightful gem of a book, Martin Pullen has put together the most exhaustive, witty - and completely useless - companion to Christmas you could ever want. Perfect as a stocking-filler or after-dinner entertainment, The Useless Guide to Christmas is filled to the brim with fascinating facts about everyone's favourite holiday that are sure to have you entertaining friends and family right through the festive season - and beyond!




Useless Guide to Christmas


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General customs.




Useless Guide To London


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Learn hundreds of obscure yet fascinating facts about London, brought to life with fun and quirky illustrations Did you know that, with more than 17,000 skeletons in its collection, the Museum of London has over three times the number of dead bodies than a full capacity audience at the Royal Albert Hall? That "Farting Lane" (Carting Lane, off the Strand) was so christened because it was illuminated at night by a street lamp run on the methane gas produced by guests staying at the nearby Savoy Hotel? That Burlington Arcade was commissioned by Lord George Cavendish to stop dead cats from being thrown over his garden wall? And that Woodford is the only London Underground Station not to have at least one letter in common with the word elephantiasis? The Completely Useless Guide to London is, as the title suggests, an unnecessary, and yet informative and compulsively entertaining guide to this ancient and endlessly fascinating city.




The Mega Book of Useless Information


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Continuing the sensational success of the Useless Information Series, the Official Useless Information Society bring you another essential compendium of everything you never needed but always wanted to know. If you are a lover of the wonderfully pointless, then this is the book for you.




The Totally Awesome Book of Useless Information


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Weird and amazing facts for curious minds of all kinds Looking for fascinating facts and trivia that readers of all ages can enjoy? The Totally Awesome Book of Useless Information is filled with the oddest and funniest tidbits about history, science, food, animals, and more. A great gift for kids of all ages, this book features: 200+ interesting facts and trivia Engaging illustrations and easy-to-read format Portable size, great for road trips and family vacations This compendium is perfect for trivia buffs, history lovers, and anyone who loves to learn new things. For example, did you know that the Pilgrims ate popcorn at the first Thanksgiving? Or that the peach was the first fruit eaten on the moon? Or that there are oysters that can climb trees? You'll find all this and more in this amazing collection of useless information.




The Rough Guide to Copenhagen


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The Rough Guide to Copenhagen is the ultimate travel guide to this vibrant capital, with clear maps and detailed coverage of all the best attractions. From the medieval maze of Indre By, to the great castles of Kronborg, and of course the city's de facto emblem, the statue of the Little Mermaid, discover Copenhagen's highlights inspired by dozens of photos. Find detailed historical and cultural coverage of the must-see sights and practical advice on getting around, whilst relying on up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels, pavement cafés, clubs and shops for all budgets. The Rough Guide to Copenhagen includes two sections on Danish design and Food and drink, and a crucial language section with basic words, phrases and handy tips for pronunciation. You'll find advice on where to find the best live music (especially jazz) and tips on accessible beaches for summer visitors. Explore every corner of Copenhagen with clear maps and expert background on everything from the Royal Ballet to Carlsberg. Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Copenhagen.




Doctor Who-Guide 2/3


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Almost everything about the good doctor, his companions and travels, his enemies and friends. Additionally the actors etc. Part three contains all summaries of all TV episodes.Compiled from Wikipedia pages and published by Dr Googelberg.




Most Amazing Book of Useless Information


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Were you aware that, relatively speaking, the skin of a pear is thicker than that of planet Earth? If you weren't - then this is the brain stretching book for you, whether you treasure trivia, or are dotty for data or just a stickler for statistics.