Interesting Facts For Curious Minds: 1572 Random But Mind-Blowing Facts About History, Science, Pop Culture And Everything In Between

by Jordan Moore

Want to impress your friends and family with both useful, worthless but undeniably interesting facts? Then Interesting Facts For Curious 1572 Random But Mind Blowing Facts About History, Science, Pop Culture and Everything in Between is the book for you! In this book you’ll find the answers to questions such
Interesting Facts For Curious Minds gives you the answer to all these and many, many more questions that I know have crossed your mind from time to time. This book is divided into 63 chapters by topic for your convenience, bringing you a nice mix of science, history, pop culture, and all sorts of stuff in between. Each chapter contains 25 concise yet engaging factoids that are sure to make you think and at times laugh. How you read this book is entirely up to you. I’m sure most of you will read it cover to cover at some point, but when you’re with friends and family you can pick the chapters out that most appeal to all of you. However you read this book, I guarantee you’ll find it one of the best tools to pass some time, relax alone, or connect with others. So sit back, relax, and get ready to learn some truly interesting facts!

Genres: Nonfiction, Science, Childrens, Trivia, Self Help, Reference

196 pages, Paperback

Published July 18, 2022

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Reviews

[Maria Espadinha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Seriously?!


Over four short years, from 1975 to 1979, Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge systematically exterminated up to 2 million people. The people of Cambodia had to live in fear, knowing that they might be the next ones dragged out to the Killing Fields. The chances of being chosen were indeed high – by the end of the massacre, the Khmer Rouge had wiped out nearly 25 percent of the population.

Panama may be a small country, but Manuel Noriega was able to build a personal fortune of $300 million as its dictator from August 12, 1983, to December 20, 1989. He built the fortune through drug smuggling, CIA contracts, bribes, money laundering, and fraud.

Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin was as brutal as they get, and also very paranoid. He was so paranoid that he had his scientists examine people’s feces, believing he could determine their loyalty from it! During a visit by Mao ZeTong, he had his scientists examine Mao’s feces to judge what mood he was in….
(Well… since what we eat is part of what we are, maybe there’s some hidden sense in this?! 😜 Hence, my question mark goes to Mao ZeTong feces — how the heck did Stalin get a sample?!…🤔)

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With over 1500 “Mind-Blowing Facts About History, Science, Pop Culture, and Everything in Between” this book has a lot of stuff to surprise its readers. Enjoy the ride…


NOTA: A correspondente edição em português intitula-se Factos Interessantes para Mentes Curiosas

[Amy Ingalls · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was okay. There were a ton of subjects and a lot of facts. Nothing too original, but there should be something to interest everyone.

I won this book in a giveaway.

[John Joyce · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some interesting and some funny facts but nothing amazing

[Laura · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ancient Rome was the first city in the world to reach a population of one million. It did this in the early Imperial Period (after 27 BCE).

You can find some interesting facts in this little book on everything. I think this is a good work of reference for young teenagers whose curiosity knows no bounds and who need to read something daily, no matter how short! However, the more experienced will probably know at least 70% of what's in here already. Also, I'm not terribly sure if all the facts have been verified...

[DJ Parker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another winner from the mind of Bill O'Neill.

I know that his name does not appear as the author but O'Neill has a hand in there somewhere. I love his work. It is always enlightening and entertaining. I learn something new each time I open one. I can't wait for the next one. What a great way to relax. Just kick back with a cold drink and forget about the pressure of modern life. Keep them coming.

[Talea · Rating 3 out of 5]

It’s okay. It’s got a section for just about anyone and some sections are going to be boring to every individual. Most of the random facts are pretty well known. I was hoping for some that were a little more obscure, or even interesting. It comes across more as a series of micro-introductions to spark some interest in topics a younger person may not have much experience with.

[Josiane Roy · Rating 1 out of 5]

Could not finish this book. It was gifted to me for quick and easy reading while hopping from one oncology appointment to another.

The sentence structure is terrible. This book contains an abundance of errors throughout. It makes one wonder if it was edited at all.

It reads like a 5 th grade child’s rough draft.

On a positive note it is well sectioned according to various topics.

[Miranda Panda · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book was fun but it added a lot of personal opinion that was very off-putting, especially in a book about facts. It was extremely poorly edited (typos, format problems, unfinished facts, and even "facts" with inaccurate information) i learned a lot though, but just like most fast pace tiktok style info dumps; double check your sorces

[Lauren Nicol Deaton · Rating 2 out of 5]

Okay, so what did you learn today?

1. Adolf Hitler was a vegetarian.
2. Saddam Hussain had the Quran written in his own blood for his 60th birthday.
3. If your urine ever turns purple it means you’ve got an issue (serious) with your Liver.

I won’t even continue as this has got to be the WEIRDEST fun fact book I’ve read and totally RANDOM- its title doesn’t lie.

One word- thanks 😂

[Grady · Rating 5 out of 5]

New author Jordan Moore steps onto the Trivia stage with a nod to providing interesting reading material while passing the time at home, In this easy to read (and absorb) book, Jordan offers a cascade of facts that provide not only entertainment but also so educational topics!

Providing an overview of the topics of interest in this book, Jordan outlines his content in the Introduction – ‘As the title indicates, this book takes you on a fun-filled odyssey through just about every nook and cranny of this planet, and far beyond, to bring you 1,572 factoids that will make you scratch your head and give you some fodder to impress your friends and family at your next gathering…Maybe you’ve wondered how some seemingly unmedical things, such as alligator dung, became medical prescriptions. Or perhaps you’ve wondered how marriage became the institution it is today. And maybe you’ve considered how crypto currency began, or how it works…’ And if that tasty intro doesn’t convince you to explore this fascinating book, add in facts about pop culture, sports facts about athletes, strange hobbies, meteorological facts, and even a few facts about weapons of war

Not only is the book entertaining – it is also very instructive. Jordan presents his facts in categories, each fact is short in length and offers a check box to let you know you’ve absorbed that one, and moves along at a pace that is entirely up to each reader. For those who are simply looking for solid entertaining reading to while away the hours, welcome to a field expert! Highly recommended – especially during these times…

[Beverly Reid · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a quirky, interesting read!

However: I can't get away from the sneaky feeling that this book needs a lot of fact checking. The medical/health areas alone seem either plucked directly from some source not fully credited and perhaps not fully accurate?

But... It's not a medical school textbook nor for any of the other fields covered. So... Placed on strictly "fun" shelf... It is just that!

[Sharang Limaye · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some of this is fun, some not. It's patchy too in terms of the factuality of a few of these 'facts'. What really is interesting is the topics Moore has chosen to feature here. One would really like to know what was his yardstick for including (and excluding stuff). All in all, this is harmless entertainment for the most part.

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun "facts"

It was an entertaining read. I base the word facts on the definition that it is something that can be proven true or false. But the main point is that it was entertaining.

[Shelly Macer · Rating 3 out of 5]

I bought it for middle schoolers and the format is lacking. There are very few illustrations and the sections aren’t broken up with decorative elements used in other books. The conclusion was juvenile.

[Tammy Massey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loads of Info

This book is well worth reading. I am a trivia nut, but this takes it to a new level. I learned so many new things and it is written so everyone can understand. Kudos to the author. Can't wait to see more

[Tamara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Curious minds

This book has become a favorite of my eight year old that asks a million questions at night so when I got this book she was amazed to find so many answers to questions she hadn't thought of yet.

[Melinda Hanna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Definitely not a page turner. I think some of the facts were interesting though not necessarily mind blowing. One thing I can totally agree on 100% is that they are indeed random. Perfect for vacation trips or waiting in the doctor's lounge.

[David M. Carroll · Rating 5 out of 5]

fascinating book

You will learn enough to become the next Jeopardy champion by reading this book. The hard part will be trying to remember some of these facts to impress your family and friends.

[Wendy Warren · Rating 2 out of 5]

I question some of the facts. I didn't need personal opinions from the author. A lot of 'dad jokes' interspersed which were corny and distracting.Tons of exclamation points which is a personal pet-peeve. Needs a good editor since words were misspelled, omitted, etc.

[Tony Hisgett · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found this book quite fun, even though its curious facts really are random.

[Saqib Kataria · Rating 3 out of 5]

Its just fun but it was not as good as I anticipated.

[Cynthia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting facts

[Shaun Owen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lots of errors, sedentary rock? The Lion King cost $260 Billion to make? Really? Jimi Hendrix's rifts?

[Wes · Rating 3 out of 5]

The sections that interest you are good fun, but a lot of it just went over the head with me. Also was this proofread for there are some howling typos in this.

[Frank Muller · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun Read

Lot of fun. Would be great guest bathroom book as it is interesting and informative that can be “digested” in short increments.

[Dez · Rating 3 out of 5]

very interesting indeed!

Great read that covers a number of fun facts. Great to use as a reference or to develop your knowledge for social outings!

[Dave Cooke · Rating 4 out of 5]

Amusing

[Judy Tarver · Rating 3 out of 5]

So so. I learned some interesting facts in this book that I didn’t know but some of the categories didn’t interest me, therefore I found some of it not very interesting.

[James A · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just good fun. I enjoyed the little known facts and interesting outlets that history has expressed.

[Tom Darrow · Rating 3 out of 5]

Decent collection of trivia with two flaws. 1) many of these bits are obvious and well known. 2) there are some factual and editing errors, probably as a result of of the low level of publisher.