Library of Curious and Unusual Facts by Time-Life Books - Sold Individually - Vintage 1990’s - Illustrated

Library of Curious and Unusual Facts by Time-Life Books - Sold Individually - Vintage 1990’s - Illustrated

<Condition is Good+ as Pictured> (normal wear, some markings, visible edge-wear)
* Inventive Genius has clear tape on the covers from a previous owner*


>Feats and Wisdom of the Ancients —Looks at unusual accomplishments and artifacts of the past, including the Incan quipu, Damascus steel, Greek fire, prehistoric megaliths, and ancient games, calendars, and voyages.

>Forces of Nature —The surface of the earth is usually a source of calm and comfort. Storm-tossed seafarers and aviators long for the feel of firm ground beneath their feet; strong and reliable people are described as solid as a rock.

>Hoaxes And Deception’s —Examines a variety of famous hoaxes and deceptions throughout history

>Vanishings —Contains fascinating facts about disappearances, including missing persons, lost worlds, extinct species, and more.

>Mysteries of the Human Body —Gathers little known facts about the human body, describes its surprising strength, and discusses Siamese twins, dwarfs, the senses, and diseases.

>Crimes and Punishment —Looks at various crimes and penalties throughout history, including murders, gangs and gangsters, schemes and swindles, and cruel and unusual punishments.

>Lost Treasure —Describes treasures lost throughout history in shipwrecks, thefts, and swindles, and the efforts that have been made over the years to retrieve them.

> Odd and Eccentric People —This volume is one in a series that explores the worlds of the past, using the finds of archaeologist and other scientists to bring ancient peoples and their cultures vividly to life.

> Amazing Animals —Presents surprising or unusual facts about the animal kingdom, discussing such creatures as the army ant, capuchin monkey, and hawksbill turtle.

> Inventive Genius —Examines the contributions of inventors throughout history, including vulcanized rubber, the electric light, aniline dyes, Band-Aids, Velcro, and more.

> A World of Luck —Offers anecdotes and stories illustrating the nature of luck and fortune.

> The Mystifying Mind —Discusses the human mind and how it works, including brain functions, the unconscious, intelligence, memory, and creativity.


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