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The World Almanac and Book of Facts, 2007 (平装)
by World Almanac Books
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Reference |
| Market price: ¥ 148.00
MSL price:
¥ 138.00
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Pre-order item, lead time 3-7 weeks upon payment [ COD term does not apply to pre-order items ] |
MSL rating:
 Good for Gifts |
| MSL Pointer Review:
Almanacs provide an incredible array of information and some up-to-the-minute news without even going online. |
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Xue Tian (MSL quote), Hong Kong
<2007-06-07 00:00>
I took this book along during my military deployment to Iraq and kept it on my bedstand. Nearly everyone that came to my room picked it up and found something interesting to read about. It's packed full of info and has something for everyone whether you like sports trivia, current events, scientific facts, or the arts... you will be sure to find something of interest.
I personally enjoy the sections with a history of the world and brief background and history on each country of the world. The biographies of all U.S. presidents are also a fascinating read. There is a short history of the U.S. and a section on language with all kinds of lists... for example, the average person probably knows that fish swim in a school and that wolves run in packs, but how many know that a group of whales is called a gam, or that vultures congregate in a committee? You might have known that lions run in prides, but did you know that a group of tigers is a streak?
Whatever your interests, if you want to teach yourself sign language, familiarize yourself with the hierarchy of the Roman Catholic Church, consult a graph explaining just how major christian denominations differ, refer to a graphic chart showing how college basketball or football tournaments are organized, read a history of the Medal of Honor, educate yourself on healthcare and the primary disorders and diseases, study astronomy, or any number of other subject areas, this book will not disappoint.
Definitely pack this book if you are going to be stranded in the desert, or anywhere else with a lot of extra time on your hands then take my advice and get this book! |
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Wardlaw (MSL quote), USA
<2007-06-07 00:00>
Almanacs provide an incredible array of information (recent and past history, politics, statistics on everything, entertainment, you name it) without even going online. |
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Donaldson (MSL quote), USA
<2007-06-07 00:00>
Surprisingly pleased at the variety of topics covered and information gleaned from this text. The topics discussed are not completely current but I assume that is because of the polling officials have yet to release the compiled data. Still some data is as old as 6 years ago and it makes it impossible to compile complete factoids from this text alone. Nonetheless, I am very pleased with my purchase and I will continue my quest for facts through future versions and other such texts. |
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A reader (MSL quote), USA
<2007-06-07 00:00>
We're repeat annual buyers of "The World Almanc and Book of Facts" series. This product provides much information and entertainment in an easy-to-read and use format. We also buy this item as a gift annually and it is always much anticipated. Always easy-to-use and well-published in terms of binding and printing quality. A "must-have" for those with a interest in facts in a broad range of categories. |
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Jabber (MSL quote), USA
<2007-06-07 00:00>
Never have had a better almanac. Always amazed at the extraordinary amount of valuable information on a wide range of topics is in this relatively small book. |
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Dan (MSL quote), USA
<2007-06-07 00:00>
About every three years or so, I buy a new World Almanac. Since I was a kid, there's always been one around the house. I'll admit that when I sit on the throne, I like to read it. All kinds of facts and figures to learn. As a sports fan, I like to reminisce about my favorite baseball/football teams and superstars. Whenever anyone starts giving me facts off the top of their head, I usually refer to the Almanac to verify the information to see if it's factual. Every household should have one. |
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