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Hitler's Secret Jewish Psychic: And Other Strange and Obscure History
A treasure trove filled with fascinating anecdotes about the tiny ripples that have caused big waves in history, Hitler’s Secret Jewish Psychic will cure you of two the first being that history is relentlessly boring and the second that significant historical events are caused by significant and great causes.
Here you’ll unearth a multitude of facts you never knew were true. You’ll learn some unbelievable things about some of the most prominent figures in history (Picasso was stillborn until his uncle revived him by blowing cigar smoke in his face!). You’ll discover facts about some of the most famous wars in history (Japan actually manufactured balloons carrying deadly diseases, which they attempted to send over the Pacific Ocean to the United States). Other strange facts
The career Fidel Castro almost chose over his leadership of Cuba
Where Eli Whitney got the idea for his invention of the cotton gin
What almost happened during the Wrights brothers’ first successful flight
Why certain literary works almost never saw the light of publication
What day should have really been designated Independence Day
The truth behind Winston Churchill’s daring escape from a Boer War prisoner-of-war camp
Franklin Roosevelt’s campaign cover-up
The behind-the-scene beliefs of Isaac Newton
And many more!
It is true that many things you hear should be taken with a pinch of salt; nothing proves this so much as Hitler’s Secret Jewish Psychic , where you will discover the outrageous secrets history has tried (and failed) to keep.
Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Arcade imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in history--books about World War II, the Third Reich, Hitler and his henchmen, the JFK assassination, conspiracies, the American Civil War, the American Revolution, gladiators, Vikings, ancient Rome, medieval times, the old West, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Here you’ll unearth a multitude of facts you never knew were true. You’ll learn some unbelievable things about some of the most prominent figures in history (Picasso was stillborn until his uncle revived him by blowing cigar smoke in his face!). You’ll discover facts about some of the most famous wars in history (Japan actually manufactured balloons carrying deadly diseases, which they attempted to send over the Pacific Ocean to the United States). Other strange facts
The career Fidel Castro almost chose over his leadership of Cuba
Where Eli Whitney got the idea for his invention of the cotton gin
What almost happened during the Wrights brothers’ first successful flight
Why certain literary works almost never saw the light of publication
What day should have really been designated Independence Day
The truth behind Winston Churchill’s daring escape from a Boer War prisoner-of-war camp
Franklin Roosevelt’s campaign cover-up
The behind-the-scene beliefs of Isaac Newton
And many more!
It is true that many things you hear should be taken with a pinch of salt; nothing proves this so much as Hitler’s Secret Jewish Psychic , where you will discover the outrageous secrets history has tried (and failed) to keep.
Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Arcade imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in history--books about World War II, the Third Reich, Hitler and his henchmen, the JFK assassination, conspiracies, the American Civil War, the American Revolution, gladiators, Vikings, ancient Rome, medieval times, the old West, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
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416 pages, Paperback
First published October 7, 2014
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November 14, 2019
This is a British fun fact book. It’s got a stupid title and cover which would lead you to believe it is slightly irrelevant or funny, but it isn’t. The writing isn’t as great as a QI book. There are several podcasts more enjoyable than this book. But I’m into this kinda thing. Being from a British perspective adds a whole new level of interest for me. These are not all facts, some are theories or dubious stories. So take a lot of salt with you. The stuff on American history is true, but pretty boring to an American reader. There are some gems in here.
What I learned: A mid wife left baby Pablo Picasso to die. The Red Cross logo is a reversal of the Swiss flag. 🇨🇭 Texas once had a governor named Coke Stevenson. Britain used poison gas on the Kurds in 1922. Grover Cleveland had a secret false rubber jaw. Bill Clinton only sent 2 emails as president. Winston Churchill was hit by a car in New York City, because he forgot Americans drove on the right. Josef Mengele escaped justice. General George Patton died in a slow speed car crash in 1944. Penicillium was being grown in the laboratory immediately below Fleming’s. The contact lens was invented in communist Prague. Joan of Arc was reported to have not reached puberty at age 19. Rugby is a town in England. Tweed is not a town in Scotland. Scooby Doo is named after a Frank Sinatra scat. Honoré de Balzac died of caffeine poisoning. Matchbox cars were made in London. James Earl Ray was caught because he inadvertently showed two passports with slightly different names. Horse racing “derbies” are named after the Earl of Derby. Boxing legend Jack Johnson wanted to travel on the Titanic but was denied because of his race.
What I learned: A mid wife left baby Pablo Picasso to die. The Red Cross logo is a reversal of the Swiss flag. 🇨🇭 Texas once had a governor named Coke Stevenson. Britain used poison gas on the Kurds in 1922. Grover Cleveland had a secret false rubber jaw. Bill Clinton only sent 2 emails as president. Winston Churchill was hit by a car in New York City, because he forgot Americans drove on the right. Josef Mengele escaped justice. General George Patton died in a slow speed car crash in 1944. Penicillium was being grown in the laboratory immediately below Fleming’s. The contact lens was invented in communist Prague. Joan of Arc was reported to have not reached puberty at age 19. Rugby is a town in England. Tweed is not a town in Scotland. Scooby Doo is named after a Frank Sinatra scat. Honoré de Balzac died of caffeine poisoning. Matchbox cars were made in London. James Earl Ray was caught because he inadvertently showed two passports with slightly different names. Horse racing “derbies” are named after the Earl of Derby. Boxing legend Jack Johnson wanted to travel on the Titanic but was denied because of his race.
January 12, 2022
Hitler’s Secret Jewish Psyche: and Other Strange Obscure History by Phil Mason
This is the second book I have read by this author and it is filled with anecdotes that led to historical events. You will find out little known facts about Kings, Queens, Prime Ministers, American Presidents, scientists… If you’re into history, you will find some enjoyment reading this book. I give this book 3 stars
This is the second book I have read by this author and it is filled with anecdotes that led to historical events. You will find out little known facts about Kings, Queens, Prime Ministers, American Presidents, scientists… If you’re into history, you will find some enjoyment reading this book. I give this book 3 stars
April 14, 2015
If you're addicted to "little known facts" you'll enjoy this book. A unique feature is that the author appears to be British, so there is a lot of information about British topics. A fun read, kind of like "Ripley's Believe It or Not" for adults. You might want to read this over a period of time, so savor each factoid and not be overwhelmed.
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