Trivia & Curious Facts

Star Wars: The Book of Lists takes a fascinating look at the galaxy far, far away through trivia culled from both on-screen and off over the history of the franchise. More than a simple accounting of fan-favorite characters or biggest opening weekends, this book is a compendium o...f the most compelling facts about the saga and fandom summarized in 100 lists. Find out these fun facts and more with comprehensive lists covering everything you'd want to know about the characters, creatures, ships, planets, and more: * Which character has been to the most planets? * What are the deadliest creatures in the galaxy? * Who shared the most memorable kisses? * Which actors have voiced the most characters? * What are some of the most surprising cameos? Compiling a galaxy's worth of trivia and information about the Star Wars Universe,Star Wars: The Book of Lists is an entertainingly accessible trivia format for both hardcore fans and casual viewers.
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Come with Australian Geographic on a journey around the world to experience adventures of all kinds! In each location - from Africa to Antarctica, you will find adventures designed for thrill-seeking daredevils, from whitewater rafting down Tanzania's Omo River to mountain-biking... the Camino de la Muerte in Bolivia. For adventurers seeking cultural experiences, we'll show you how to sail a faluka down the Nile River and send a letter from the Penguin Post Office in Antarctica. Animal-lovers will learn about volunteering with baby pandas in China and flying eagles on the Kazakhstan steppe. For travellers interested in history, we'll explore Stonehenge and the captivating city of Stone Town in Zanzibar. We'll take you on a tour of some of the most incredible wild sights in the world, from the depths of the Grand Canyon to the picturesque sunrise over Uluru. To stay energised on our journey, we'll go on a delicious food tour - eating sausage sizzles in Australia and surstroemming in Sweden. Most importantly, we'll learn how to have amazing adventures like this in our own backyards!
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In this wonderfully illustrated celebration of the world we travel far and wide - to Hong Kong, the Amazon, Antarctica, India - from the villages, towns and cities where most people live, to the deserts and vast oceans that cover the surface of the planet. There is so much to dis...cover - lots of people, lots of places, lots of different landscapes and cultures. Lots is the latest title from Marc Martin, the author and illustrator of the magical A River as well as A Forest, Max and The Curious Explorers' Illustrated Guide to Exotic Animals A-Z.
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Discover 15 of Sydney's most iconic locations, with the help of six cheeky seagulls, on this look-and-find adventure. From Taronga Zoo to Bondi Beach, there are delightful quirks of the city to spot on each page, as well as fun facts kids and parents will both enjoy. Whether you'...re a born-and-bred Sydneysider or from out of town, you'll discover new sights in this illustrative celebration of one of Australia's greatest cities!
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Can you imagine what it's like to be caught in an ice storm? To hang from a trapeze? To come face-to-face with a great white shark? From the wobbliest bridges to the scariest storms, from deadly animals to killer viruses, this is your ultimate guide to venomous snakes, towering c...liffs, revolting rats, precarious bridges, dangerous sports, extraordinary feats, mightiest monsters, raging storms, alien intruders, deadliest spiders, freakiest events, terrifying rides and much more! Each horrifying topic includes a 'fear factor' rating, plus frightening details that will send shivers down your spine!
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