Andrew Thompson Knihy

Exploring an alternate reality, this novel imagines Ernest Hemingway's life in the early 1960s had he survived his suicide. It captures his adventures as he writes, attends bullfights, and embarks on big game hunts in Africa, all while reflecting on his past experiences and literary legacy. The narrative embodies Hemingway's iconic persona as a masculine adventurer, making it an engaging read for fans of his work and those who appreciate action-packed storytelling.

Co-authored by an international team of researchers and drawing on interviews with senior officials, The European Commission of the Twenty-First Century tests, challenges and refutes many widely held myths about the Commission and the people who work for it.

Presents fifteen stories of young people from around the world who has made a positive difference in the lives of others.

More than 150 new fun facts to delight, befuddle and amaze!

Despite a long and eventful reign, Britain's George II is a largely forgotten monarch, his achievements overlooked and his abilities misunderstood. This biography paints a richly detailed portrait of the many-faceted monarch in his public as well as his private life.

This book presents an engaging collection of over 150 thought-provoking questions and their corresponding answers, designed to stimulate curiosity and discussion. Each entry encourages readers to explore various topics, making it an excellent resource for learning and entertainment. Ideal for trivia enthusiasts, educators, or anyone looking to expand their knowledge, it promises to spark interest and inspire deeper thinking across a range of subjects.

400 intriguing, entertaining, and often hilarious etymological journies English is filled with curious, intriguing and bizarre phrases. This book reveals the surprising, captivating and even hilarious origins behind 400 of them, including: • Read between the Lines • Cat Got Your Tongue? • Put a Sock in It • Close, but No Cigar • Bring Home the Bacon • Caught Red-Handed • Under the Weather • Raining Cats and Dogs Perfect for trivia and language lovers alike, this entertaining collection is the ultimate guide to understanding these baffling mini mysteries of the English language.

Set against the backdrop of a three-month road trip across the United States, the narrative follows Andrew and Lucy as they travel 15,000 miles through 45 states. Their journey takes them to iconic landmarks and local experiences, revealing the diverse landscapes and unique characters they meet. Through candid observations, the couple discovers the complexities of American culture, challenging their preconceptions. Blending humor and insightful commentary, this travel memoir captures the essence of exploration and the unexpected lessons learned along the way.

MORE THAN 200 FUN FACTS—FROM BAFFLING AND BIZARRE TO ENTERTAINING AND ENLIGHTENING This curious, captivating collection of trivia will surprise and intrigue readers with amazing answers to questions like: •Is Jurassic Park possible? •What causes “the shakes” after drinking a lot of alcohol? •Why do dogs walk in circles before lying down? •What makes popcorn pop? The follow-up to the bestselling What Did We Use Before Toilet Paper?, Can Holding in a Fart Kill You? has even more fun and fascinating trivia. Perfect for the ever-curious trivia lover, this book is the ultimate in truly extraordinary information. From silly to serious to outright bizarre, this expansive collection offers surprising answers and unexpected facts on everything from history and science to pop culture and nature. From the everyday to the fantastical—it's all here.