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6
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English
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July 7, 2025
Forget the dry textbooks and boring dates! Get ready to discover history as you've never seen it before – absolutely true, but utterly ridiculous. This book plunges into the bizarre, hilarious, and downright baffling moments that shaped our world, from the Roman emperor who declared war on the sea to the medieval fashion trends that were literally deadly. Uncover the weirdest laws, the most awkward diplomatic blunders, and the inventions that made you think, "Seriously? Someone actually did that?" All based on historical fact, of course, but viewed through a lens that's anything but serious. Perfect for history buffs who love a good laugh and for anyone who thought history was boring (spoiler: it's not!), this book makes learning about the past an absolute riot. Whether you're a kid in school or an adult who just loves weird facts, Barry Carroll's humorous and satirical take on history will entertain and enlighten you. Prepare to have your mind boggled and your funny bone tickled as you journey through the most unbelievable moments from humanity's past.
Barry Carroll has always had a knack for finding the funny side of the past. A lifelong history enthusiast with a legendary sense of humor, he spent his school days delighting classmates and teachers alike with his uniquely hilarious takes on historical events (and inventing equally absurd futures). With this book, he finally brings his passion for the peculiar and preposterous moments of history to readers everywhere.
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