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523 Hard To Believe Facts
Which was the first country to give the citizenship to a robot? Which English word has all its letters in alphabetical order? What is the Sismo Detector? Discover the answers to these seemingly random facts and more!
The interesting trivia in this page turning fact book were collected by Nayden Kostov, founder of the RaiseYourBrain website and author of popular fact books such as: “1123 Hard to Believe Facts” and “853 Hard to Believe Facts.” As the third installment of this series, 523 Hard to Believe Facts has more detail for each fact, as requested by previous readers!
These facts are a result of years of sifting through history and reference books, as well as searching the Internet and researching the news. Each fact is suitable for nearly any age – the “spiciest” entries are separated by their own chapter but still use clean language!
Become a trivia whiz with even more facts in the Hard to Believe Facts series!
The interesting trivia in this page turning fact book were collected by Nayden Kostov, founder of the RaiseYourBrain website and author of popular fact books such as: “1123 Hard to Believe Facts” and “853 Hard to Believe Facts.” As the third installment of this series, 523 Hard to Believe Facts has more detail for each fact, as requested by previous readers!
These facts are a result of years of sifting through history and reference books, as well as searching the Internet and researching the news. Each fact is suitable for nearly any age – the “spiciest” entries are separated by their own chapter but still use clean language!
Become a trivia whiz with even more facts in the Hard to Believe Facts series!
220 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 11, 2019
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About the author
Nayden Kostov
27 books244 followersBorn in Bulgaria, I have lived in places like Germany, Belgium and Iraq, before settling down with my family in Luxembourg. With varied interests, I have always suffered from an insatiable appetite for facts stemming from an unrestrainable intellectual curiosity. It has certainly influenced my academic background and career: after acquiring Master degrees in Greek Philology, German and English Translation, I graduated in Crisis Management and Diplomacy and, most recently, undertook an MBA.
My career has been equally broad and diverse, swinging from that of an army paratrooper and a military intelligence analyst; through to that of a civil servant with the European Commission, and presently, that of a clerk, performing purely financial tasks in a major bank. Member of MENSA.
My career has been equally broad and diverse, swinging from that of an army paratrooper and a military intelligence analyst; through to that of a civil servant with the European Commission, and presently, that of a clerk, performing purely financial tasks in a major bank. Member of MENSA.
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January 6, 2021
A book of trivial facts- lots of them. It’s a mindless way to spend an afternoon. Reading through these makes me wonder- will I ever need to recall any of these? Time will tell.
March 13, 2021
This book was entered in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards. This is what our readers thought:
Title: 523 HARD TO BELIEVE FACTS
Author: Nayden Kostov
Star Rating: 4 Stars
Number of Readers: 19
Stats
Editing: 9/10
Writing Style: 6/10
Content: 6/10
Cover: 8/10
Of the 19 readers:
12 would read another book by this author.
16 thought the cover was good or excellent.
19 felt it was easy to follow.
12 would recommend this book to another reader to try.
Of all the readers, 5 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘writing style’.
Of all the readers, 10 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘subject knowledge’.
18 felt the pacing was good or excellent.
12 thought the author understood the readership and what they wanted.
Readers’ Comments
“A fun, interesting set of facts. Perfect if you just want to browse through them or impress people with strange and wonderful tidbits of information.” Female reader, 47
“If your job is to organize a pub quiz, this would be a great help to you.” Male reader, age 38
“Lots of interesting facts, lots of not so interesting facts. All a bit haphazard but, if you happen to be looking for a little light reading or wanted to find a subject to discuss at the dinner table, this might be for you.” Female reader, age 60
“Very random but still very interesting. I don't know how accurate all the facts are but, personally, I wouldn't put any of them in a PhD dissertation - just in case! It's a quirky little book. I think most people will find a few facts of interest. A few of them even surprised me.” Female reader, aged 54
“Educational fun. It'll pass the time when you're bored. The writing style is not just factual but has a slight opinionated slant to it. That's not a bad thing; it helps to make it a little more interesting.” Male reader, age 40
To Sum It Up:
‘Lots of fun, interesting facts. Perfect for anybody organizing a quiz.’ The Wishing Shelf Book Awards
Title: 523 HARD TO BELIEVE FACTS
Author: Nayden Kostov
Star Rating: 4 Stars
Number of Readers: 19
Stats
Editing: 9/10
Writing Style: 6/10
Content: 6/10
Cover: 8/10
Of the 19 readers:
12 would read another book by this author.
16 thought the cover was good or excellent.
19 felt it was easy to follow.
12 would recommend this book to another reader to try.
Of all the readers, 5 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘writing style’.
Of all the readers, 10 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘subject knowledge’.
18 felt the pacing was good or excellent.
12 thought the author understood the readership and what they wanted.
Readers’ Comments
“A fun, interesting set of facts. Perfect if you just want to browse through them or impress people with strange and wonderful tidbits of information.” Female reader, 47
“If your job is to organize a pub quiz, this would be a great help to you.” Male reader, age 38
“Lots of interesting facts, lots of not so interesting facts. All a bit haphazard but, if you happen to be looking for a little light reading or wanted to find a subject to discuss at the dinner table, this might be for you.” Female reader, age 60
“Very random but still very interesting. I don't know how accurate all the facts are but, personally, I wouldn't put any of them in a PhD dissertation - just in case! It's a quirky little book. I think most people will find a few facts of interest. A few of them even surprised me.” Female reader, aged 54
“Educational fun. It'll pass the time when you're bored. The writing style is not just factual but has a slight opinionated slant to it. That's not a bad thing; it helps to make it a little more interesting.” Male reader, age 40
To Sum It Up:
‘Lots of fun, interesting facts. Perfect for anybody organizing a quiz.’ The Wishing Shelf Book Awards
May 31, 2020
it's the kind of book you can put down and pick up again whenever...
Reviewed in Canada on January 28, 2020
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... but you keep reading obsessively anyway because it's filled with loads of interesting things. obviously some things were more interesting than others, but overall it was an enjoyable read full of amusing surprises and there were even a few facts that i literally couldn't believe without double-checking.
Reviewed in Canada on January 28, 2020
Verified Purchase
... but you keep reading obsessively anyway because it's filled with loads of interesting things. obviously some things were more interesting than others, but overall it was an enjoyable read full of amusing surprises and there were even a few facts that i literally couldn't believe without double-checking.
June 4, 2020
I did it again: hope you enjoy the compilation of crazy facts and learn a thing or two in the process ;)
Also available as an AUDIOBOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Hard-Believe-F...
Also available as an AUDIOBOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Hard-Believe-F...
October 17, 2019
This time Mr Kostov added more detail to the facts, which is an improvement in my opinion. The trivia remains crazy and informative. Thumbs up!
May 18, 2020
Strangely fasinating
August 14, 2021
I love trivia. All sorts of 'useless' information you can't afford to do without.
January 19, 2026
Was so much fun learning new things and being reminded of info forgotten. Thoroughly enjoyed!
November 29, 2022
This is a very entertaining book about 523 facts that you may not believe. It's a short book that counts down to 1 of everything from cars, trivia, history, books, and many pieces of information. I really enjoyed this book that I won on GoodReads in a giveaway on Thanksgiving. I would read more books by this author.
The picture on front of this book is genius.
If you have 3 hours to spare, download 523 Hard To Believe Facts by Nayden Kostov.
Thank You to the author and GoodReads Giveaways for kindle copy.
The picture on front of this book is genius.
If you have 3 hours to spare, download 523 Hard To Believe Facts by Nayden Kostov.
Thank You to the author and GoodReads Giveaways for kindle copy.
August 18, 2023
A well-curated, entertaining book of random facts and historical minutiae that you'll wish you could remember later on to liven up (or begin) social exchanges. Put a copy in your bathroom, and you'll wonder why your guests are spending so much time there. Bring a copy on a plane trip, and you won't mind the inevitable flight delay that keeps you grounded for hours. Well, you'll mind, but maybe a bit less.
August 30, 2023
A quick, fun read
I really did want to read something that was not heavily academic or theoretical.
To be honest, at times, it seemed as though the facts were just so frank that I wanted the source right away. I was encouraged when I read the end.
I would recommend this for a quick read from your daily normal.
I really did want to read something that was not heavily academic or theoretical.
To be honest, at times, it seemed as though the facts were just so frank that I wanted the source right away. I was encouraged when I read the end.
I would recommend this for a quick read from your daily normal.
December 5, 2020
The title is self-explanatory really! The book is split into sections: myth vs fact, unbelievable facts about virtually everything, disturbing facts about our world (that's the part I found most interesting), and facts about human and animal sexuality.
September 13, 2022
Outstanding!
The facts stated in this book are very interesting. It is amazing to know for a fact that they are absolutely true. Quite a few cause wonder at how many decusion makers have lost teir minds, or perapzps, could never truly use reason at all.
The facts stated in this book are very interesting. It is amazing to know for a fact that they are absolutely true. Quite a few cause wonder at how many decusion makers have lost teir minds, or perapzps, could never truly use reason at all.
September 18, 2022
Awesome book!.
Really enjoyed it! Have read others by Nayden Kostov... They're always great. It's also always fun to just blurt out random facts that I've read at my family... Lol. Looking forward to reading more!
Really enjoyed it! Have read others by Nayden Kostov... They're always great. It's also always fun to just blurt out random facts that I've read at my family... Lol. Looking forward to reading more!
December 10, 2022
I won this book as a goodreads giveaway. Fact books such as this are fun to read and can be interesting to share with others while reading. This one is certainly not for kids but was filed with interesting facts.
December 12, 2022
Received from a Goodreads giveaway
Very interesting facts, some are quite funny and others are simply impossible to believe . I enjoyed reading the book and feel a little more knowledgeable
Very interesting facts, some are quite funny and others are simply impossible to believe . I enjoyed reading the book and feel a little more knowledgeable
August 17, 2023
Full of interesting facts
I've read quite a few of these trivia books. I've enjoyed this book a lot. It's full of interesting facts. And above all, everything in the book is accurate.
I've read quite a few of these trivia books. I've enjoyed this book a lot. It's full of interesting facts. And above all, everything in the book is accurate.
September 20, 2023
Lots of facts
Like with all trivia books there are facts that get repeated, but for me that is the fun of reading such a book. You get to find new gems of information and renew old information that you have forgotten over time. By the way some of the fact were hard to believe.
Like with all trivia books there are facts that get repeated, but for me that is the fun of reading such a book. You get to find new gems of information and renew old information that you have forgotten over time. By the way some of the fact were hard to believe.
November 4, 2023
Interesting Trivia
A fun read, if you are a trivia buff. Entertaining and educational in a weird and humorous way.
One of those Books you put on your phone to read while waitin somewhere.
A fun read, if you are a trivia buff. Entertaining and educational in a weird and humorous way.
One of those Books you put on your phone to read while waitin somewhere.
January 5, 2024
Full of facts
The book had several facts that I was not aware of. One recommendation could offer to the author would be to provide the facts in a better organization format by grouping facts under categories.
The book had several facts that I was not aware of. One recommendation could offer to the author would be to provide the facts in a better organization format by grouping facts under categories.
January 18, 2020
An enjoyable fun read
A good and quick read of many interesting and verified facts. I enjoyed it very much and definitely recommend it!
A good and quick read of many interesting and verified facts. I enjoyed it very much and definitely recommend it!
February 28, 2020
Excellent read!
Very enjoyable book, and unexpectedly funny in spots - I would unquestionably recommend this book to anyone. You will enjoy
Very enjoyable book, and unexpectedly funny in spots - I would unquestionably recommend this book to anyone. You will enjoy
June 15, 2020
Interesting
In parts this was very interesting. In some areas I found what was written to be crudely done. More finesse in editing could help in many instances.
In parts this was very interesting. In some areas I found what was written to be crudely done. More finesse in editing could help in many instances.
January 4, 2021
Interesting
Three facts seemed interesting to me. Some of them were eye openers. It made for entertaining conversation with my husband.
Three facts seemed interesting to me. Some of them were eye openers. It made for entertaining conversation with my husband.
January 5, 2021
These Weird Facts Show That the World is a Strange Place
A very interesting book that goes beyond simply stating a fact but explains why it is so. I enjoyed it.
A very interesting book that goes beyond simply stating a fact but explains why it is so. I enjoyed it.
January 8, 2021
This is a fun read. I love trivia and obscure facts. Well done.
January 8, 2021
Some interesting factS
January 9, 2021
a fun read!
January 11, 2021
I didn’t know that?
This book was so interesting as it was just a bunch of random facts that are very interesting. I will go back and buy one of his other books now.
This book was so interesting as it was just a bunch of random facts that are very interesting. I will go back and buy one of his other books now.
February 2, 2021
Interesting
If you like to learn about facts and information, this is a book for you. Lots of interesting facts to fill your head.
If you like to learn about facts and information, this is a book for you. Lots of interesting facts to fill your head.
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