Why is our lucky 13th edition All-Purpose? Uncle John himself explains: You can read this Bathroom Reader anywherein the obvious spot, in bed or, heck, by the pool or at work.” Why Extra-Strength? Because of the mountains of research gathered, you can guess where, by our crackpotI mean hotshotstaff.” Yes, APES (as we affectionately call it at the BRI) is filled to the rim with more than 500 pages of amazing facts, quotes, history, myths, brain teasers, origins, celebrity gossip, and our powerful brand of uncanny” humor. Here are 13 reasons to read this book: 
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<li>Triskaidekaphobia, the fear of ten plus three 
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<li>Military surplus: The story of carrot cake 
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<li>The real-life inspiration behind Dracula 
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<li>Going Ape: The history of Tarzan 
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<li>People who married themselves 
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<li>Politically incorrect toothpaste 
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<li>Legendary business blunders 
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<li>Hollywood’s biggest bombs 
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<li>Wide world of weird sports 
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<li>Dog food for thought 
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<li>The birth of the CD 
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<li>Dumb criminals 
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<li>Zappa’s Law</li>
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 And much, much more!

Uncle John's All-Purpose Extra-Strength Bathroom Reader (Uncle John's Bathroom Reader #13)

Bathroom Readers' Institute

Reference

Portable Press

Whether you’re a history buff, or you just like reading great stories, you’ll see the past in a whole new light after reading Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader Plunges into History. Uncle John uncovers the truth behind some of history’s most persistent myths, flushes out information you were never taught in school, and gives history fans something they can really digest. Since 1987, the Bathroom Readers’ Institute has led the movement to stand up for those who sit down and read in the bathroom (and everywhere else for that matter). With more than 11 million books in print, the Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader series is the longest-running, most popular series of its kind in the world. Where else could you learn about the 10 most forgotten people in history, mistakes that led to great discoveries, and how a fish had a hand (er, fin) in beating Napoleon? Uncle John rules the world of information and humor, so get ready to be thoroughly entertained. Read all about… The short history of underwear Odd deaths of famous figures Abe Lincoln, fashion icon The real Lady Godiva Royal inbreeds and promiscuous popes The true story of Braveheart And much more!

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader: Plunges into History

The Bathroom Readers' Hysterical Society

Supreme satisfaction awaits you in Uncle John’s 14th all-new edition, which covers a whole host of topicsfrom the silly (a branding iron for hot dogs), to the bizarre (an exploding whale), to the profound (the rise of the Democratic and Republican parties). Since 1987, the Bathroom Readers’ Institute has led the movement to stand up for those who sit down and read in the bathroom (and everywhere else for that matter). With more than 11 million books in print, the Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader series is the longest-running, most popular series of its kind in the world. Where else could you learn how soap works, why people started tipping, and the history of chocolate? Uncle John rules the world of information and humor, so get ready to be thoroughly entertained. Read all about… Dumb 9-1-1 calls 22 things that fell from the sky How Star Trek went from failed series to cult phenomenon The origins of football, photography, soap operas, and paperclips Quack medicines from yesterday and today The Uplifting” history of the bra And much more!

Uncle John's Supremely Satisfying Bathroom Reader

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

Do numbers leave you feeling -- well, numb? This compendium of fascinating data will bring figures to life while answering lots of questions you've wondered about. Discover which is higher in sodium: fast food french fries, the hamburger, or cherry pie; why it's Route 66, not Route 67; why you can't mail things second class; what the four extra digits on your zip code stand for; and much more.

Uncle John's Presents Necessary Numbers: An Everyday Guide to Sizes, Measures, and More (Uncle John Presents)

Blocksma, Mary

Designed for the younger fans, this is a light-hearted, easy-to-read collection of facts, fad, quotes, history, science, word-origins, pop culture, mythology, humor, and more! Organized by topics as well as by length. Uncle John's Bathroom Reader for Kids Only is a never-ending supply of factoids and statistics.

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader for Kids Only!

Children's Books

Humor

Little wonder we are interested in the weather -- it's one thing we have little control over. In this delightful, humorous and informative look at the air above, many of the common questions about weather phenomena are answered, fascinating moments in weather history are described, and weather folklore and trivia are explored.

Uncle John's Presents Blame It on the Weather: Amazing Weather Facts (Uncle John Presents)

Phillips, David

PARFIT, MICHAEL

Chisholm, Suzanne

Uncle John’s Ahh-Inspiring Bathroom Reader, Uncle John’s all-new 15th edition, sheds a light on everything under the sun and over the moon. From obscure history to classic wordplay to dumb crooks to inspiring quotations, you never know what you’re going to read next! Since 1987, the Bathroom Readers’ Institute has led the movement to stand up for those who sit down and read in the bathroom (and everywhere else for that matter). With more than 11 million books in print, the Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader series is the longest-running, most popular series of its kind in the world. Where else could you learn how the banana peel changed history, how to predict the future by rolling the dice, how the Jivaro tribes shrunk heads, and the science behind love at first sight? Uncle John rules the world of information and humor, so get ready to be thoroughly entertained. Read all about… Homer the Greek versus Homer the Simpson The history of the bicycle When humans become hailstones Alternate definitions for common words Helen Keller’s wisdom The Silly Putty saga And much more!

Uncle John's Ahh-Inspiring Bathroom Reader

Philo T. Farnsworth is not a household word despite the fact that he invented something found in most every household: television. Farnsworth is just one of hundreds of subjects in this hefty comic compendium that plumbs the depths in a survey of great lives. Readers also learn about T’sai Lun, the Chinese eunuch who invented paper and by extension, toilet paper. Other clever unknowns include the inventors of Velcro, Bakelite, and the microwave oven. Of course, not all of the great lives” here are anonymous. The Fun with Heretics” section includes Thomas Paine and Rousseau, revealing some unexpected peculiarities. Liberace, Pancho Villa, and Freud happily coexist in this sometimes raunchy romp. Among the topics? Philosophers Who Got Killed,” Child Geniuses” (and its evil twin, High School Dropouts”), and much more.

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Plunges into Great Lives

Kids will love Uncle John’s Electrifying Bathroom Reader For Kids Only! with its over 288 pages of wacky and fun content. Now, as a follow-up to our first book for kids, we present volume two for our youngest fans. Illustrated and easy to read, the book includes fascinating facts, toys and games, celebrity quotes, forgotten history, silly science, myths and legends, humor, sports, and more. Organized by topics as well as by length (short 1 page; medium 2 pages; and long 3-5 pages), the book also includes astounding fast factoids on the bottom of every page. Open it to any page and read about: Gross stuff Goofy grownups World class losers Monsters and dragonsthe real story Tongue twisters, brain teasers, and quizzes The history of video games Dumb moments in TV history Amazing animals Testimonials: "The Bathroom Readers are the most interesting and coolest things around." Jennifer S. "I’m not big into reading long and boring books. Ever since I have discovered your book, I cannot put it down! It’s perfect for people like me!" Raelyn H., age 14

Uncle John's Electrifying Bathroom Reader for Kids Only!

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