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Stupid History, 2: Tales of Stupidity, Strangeness, and Mythconceptions Through the Ages Paperback - 2007
by Leland Gregory
Historians and humorists alike may be surprised to learn that Samuel Prescott made the famous horseback ride into Concord, not Paul Revere. With this and many other stories, leading humorist Gregory once again highlights both the strange and funny side of history.
Summary
Why exactly is Paul Revere revered? Was the lightbulb really Thomas Edison's bright idea?
* Best-selling author Leland Gregory employs his masterful wit to expose historical myths, faux "facts," strange events, and tales of human stupidity throughout history.
If it would shock you to learn that Benjamin Franklin didn't discover electricity, you'll appreciate this take on hundreds of historical legends and debacles. Historians and humorists alike may be surprised to learn that:
* Samuel Prescott made the famous horseback ride into Concord, not Paul Revere.
* As a member of Parliament, Isaac Newton spoke only once. He asked for an open window.
* On April 24, 1898, Spain declared war on the U.S., thus starting the Spanish-American War. The U.S. declared war the very next day, but not wanting to be outdone, had the date on the declaration changed from April 25 to April 21.
With these and many other stories, leading humorist Leland Gregory once again highlights both the strange and the funny side of humankind.
* Best-selling author Leland Gregory employs his masterful wit to expose historical myths, faux "facts," strange events, and tales of human stupidity throughout history.
If it would shock you to learn that Benjamin Franklin didn't discover electricity, you'll appreciate this take on hundreds of historical legends and debacles. Historians and humorists alike may be surprised to learn that:
* Samuel Prescott made the famous horseback ride into Concord, not Paul Revere.
* As a member of Parliament, Isaac Newton spoke only once. He asked for an open window.
* On April 24, 1898, Spain declared war on the U.S., thus starting the Spanish-American War. The U.S. declared war the very next day, but not wanting to be outdone, had the date on the declaration changed from April 25 to April 21.
With these and many other stories, leading humorist Leland Gregory once again highlights both the strange and the funny side of humankind.
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- Title Stupid History, 2: Tales of Stupidity, Strangeness, and Mythconceptions Through the Ages
- Author Leland Gregory
- Binding Paperback
- Edition Later Printing
- Pages 272
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Andrews McMeel Publishing, Kansas City, Kansas
- Date May 1, 2007
- Illustrated Yes
- ISBN 9780740760549 / 0740760548
- Weight 0.59 lbs (0.27 kg)
- Dimensions 7.16 x 6.88 x 0.82 in (18.19 x 17.48 x 2.08 cm)
- Library of Congress subjects History
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2006932202
- Dewey Decimal Code NA
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