Plunges into the Universe is your anecdote to boring science text books. Uncle John and his loony lab partners will take you back to the Big Bang and forward to the distant future. You’ll see the science in everything around (and inside) you, and learn the truth about the most egregious science myths (such as—you can’t sweat like a pig” because pigs don’t sweat). How many amazing facts await your visual cortex in these 494 pages made up of atoms (print version) or bits and bytes (e-book)? As Carl Sagan would have said, Billions and Billions!” So put on your thinking cap and check out Pluto denied Kitchen chemistry Football gets physics-al Planet Earth’s sudden hot flashes Food’s incredible journey…through you The science of surfing, skating, and snowboarding How they plugged the hole in the ozone layer How defenseless” animals stay alive Sci-fi that’s more fi than sci Ancient astronomers Know your clouds And much, much more!

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Plunges into the Universe (Uncle John Presents)

Bathroom Readers' Hysterical Society

Reference

Portable Press

Modern-day presidential candidates are subjected to unprecedented scrutiny, and Uncle John is right there alongside other zealous investigators digging up the most compelling, confounding, entertaining, and unique information, facts, and figures about our nation's chief executives. This book is full of interesting insights, amazing anecdotes, and trashy tidbits about the lives, times, and issues of each president. Topics include: The Men — Their Personalities, Performance, Virtues, and Vices; Presidential Firsts and Lasts; Sibling Rivalry — Presidential Brothers and Sisters in the News; Health Secrets of the Chief Executives; Close Calls — Assassination Attempts; The Presidency as Depicted in Books, Movies, the Media, and Monuments; and much more. Readers learn about the oldest sitting president (Reagan at 77); the tiniest president (5'4" James Madison, who weighed less than 100 pounds); and the special status of 1841 (the only year when three separate men all served as president).

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Plunges into the Presidency

Humor & Entertainment

Humor

History repeats itself as Uncle John once again takes the plunge into the past! For our big number-two, we dug ever deeper into our bottomless vaults to bring you more of history’s most colorful characters, cultural milestones, funniest mishaps, and earth-shattering events. More than 500 pages of great stories, fascinating facts, and fun quizzes await you. Read about… * Philosophers who fought with fireplace pokers * “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this Wall!” * Where are they now—the Goths * The golden age of wife-selling * History’s most horrible dentist award * The French monks who invented tennis * Women of the Gold Rush And much, much more!

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Plunges into History Again

What do Yoopers and Trolls have in common? Not much to hear them tell it, but both types of Michigander appreciate great bathroom reading. And they’re proud to call Michigan home! Celebrate the state that brought us Motown, Henry Ford, and the world’s only floating post office. So no matter which peninsula you call home, get ready for a funny, unforgettable visit. Read about Feather bowling Shipwrecked in Paradise Go to Hell and back in Hell, Michigan Michigan’s other famous Ford: a president named Gerald The Red Flannel Festival, and other ways Michiganders brave the winter How a 1966 Michigan State University game changed football forever Michigan’s role in the birth of rock ’n’ roll Test your knowledge of the Great Lakes Detroit’s Whiskey River Smelt dipping 101 And much, much more!

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader - Plunges into Michigan

"My favorite sandwich is peanut butter, baloney, cheddar cheese, lettuce, and mayonnaise on toasted bread with catsup on the side." Hubert H. Humphrey (former Senator from Minnesota) Humphrey’s sandwich doesn’t include any of the top 5 food gifts from Minnesotawild rice, potato lefse, lutefisk, maple sugar and syrup, or bison jerkybut it provides a glimpse into Minnesotans’ unique character. And favorite son Garrison Keilor isn’t the only Minnesotan with a sense of humor; St. Urho Day, created as a joke by a couple of Minnesotan Finns, is today recognized in all 50 states. And whereas all states have official flowers and birds, Minnesota has a state beverage (milk) and muffin (blueberry). Sounds like a good place for breakfast. Its people are just one interesting facet of a state where travelers can find such fascinating curiosities as the SPAM Museum or the Museum of Questionable Medical Devices. And Uncle John cannot help but be enamored of a state with a town competing with cities in Illinois and New York to lay claim to the world’s only two-story outhouse.

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Plunges into Minnesota

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader is plunging into another superb state. This time around, it's New Jersey, the Garden State, long proud of its traditions, its history, and its accent. From Jersey tomatoes and blueberries, the Tigers of Princeton and the Scarlet Knights of Rutgers, the songs of the Boss and the Chairman of the Board, the Garden State has long provided a treasure trove of exceptional sons and daughters, legends and folklore, amazing facts and figures-not to mention a wealth of jokes. Whether going "down the shore," getting lost in the Pine Barrens, dining on great cuisine in Newark's Ironbound district, or driving down the Turnpike, traveling around New Jersey captures the imagination. Interesting and entertaining articles cover tons of little-known facts like: * Known as the "Pathway of the Revolution," New Jersey was the site of over 100 battles during the War for Independence. * Mud from a secret South Jersey riverbank rubs the sheen off of every new baseball used in the Major League. * A gas station in Englewood sports a plaque saying "It All Started Right Here." What started there? Frank Sinatra's career. The station sits on the site of the Rustic Cabin where he worked as a singing waiter.

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Plunges into New Jersey

A mainstay in the bathroom, Uncle John now eliminates boredom from the car, jogging path, workplace, garden, and just about anywhere else a CD player can be found. The second volume in the audio series, this inspiring collection compiles some of the most popular articles from three best-selling titles, Uncle John's Plunges into History, Uncle John's Unstoppable Bathroom Reader, and Uncle John's Book of the Dumb. Like Uncle John's Bathroom Reader books, the material is divided into short, medium, and long presentations. Listeners learn about favorite heroes from history books and comic books; the origins of Santa Claus; the stories behind baseball team names, Gumby, and the song Layla; courtroom quips; famous last words; and much, much more. Included are five CDs of spoken word and a bonus CD of music.

Uncle John's Slightly Irregular Bathroom Reader: (the Audio) (Uncle John Listen To)

Computers & Technology

Web Development & Design

Hooray for Hollywood! Uncle John takes on Tinseltown in this fascinating look at the movies and the people who make them. Come for the trials, tribulations, and trivia! Stay for the mysteries, magic, and mayhem! You’ll go behind the scenes for the sordid scandals, biggest bombs, greatest triumphs, and the unsung heroes who make it all come together. Featuring quotes, puzzles, quizzes, and Uncle John’s famous running feet” facts at the bottom of every page, this book will give you a new appreciation for the Silver Screen (and you’ll know exactly what a gaffer and best boy do). What else is in here? Check out these previews! Bad boys on location The origin of Variety The biggest cult movie of all time The Blond Bombshell Murder Mystery” How Ray Harryhausen brought fantasies to life Wretched reviews (for what are now considered great films) The strange Pink Floyd and Wizard of Oz connection The Taglines of Terror” quiz Bathrooms on the big screen Unfortunate remakes Haunted Hollywood And much, much more!

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Plunges into Hollywood

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Extraordinary Book of Facts combines the most intriguing, enlightening material from nine previous Bathroom Reader favorites into one concise volume. Flush with delightfully useless and sometimes even useful information about sports, movies, music, politics, American and world history, and much more, the book is the most extensive reference guide in the series to date. Contained within this handy, portable tome are the fascinating narratives, terrific trivia, and easy-to-read lists that fans have come to delight in, as well as quotes, facts, findings, and historical tidbits. Weird and wonderful factoid footers on the bottom of each page are perfect for super-quick trips, while quizzes and puzzles enliven lengthier stays. Arranged for simple and speedy reference, the book is the perfect companion for trivia buffs and knowledge junkies who need a quick, fun read not just at the office,” but in airports, waiting rooms, while traveling, or for any other moments that would otherwise be wasted.

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Extraordinary Book of Facts: And Bizarre Information

Warren Eckstein said, "In the beginning, God created man, but seeing him so feeble, He gave him the cat." The Bathroom Readers’ Hysterical Society agrees, and shows it with this endlessly diverting tribute to tabby. From famous cats to the famous with their cats to cats’ famous history, from cats who like to paint to cats who travel the world to find their way home, Uncle John’s Hysterical Society scours the globe to find the winning-est, wackiest, most wondrous cat tales for this collection.

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Cat Lover's Companion (Uncle John's Bathroom Readers)

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