You Did What?: Mad Plans and Great Historical Disasters Contributor(s): Fawcett, Bill (Author) |
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ISBN: 0060532505 ISBN-13: 9780060532505 Publisher: William Morrow & Company OUR PRICE: $13.49 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2004 Annotation: History has never been more fun than it is in this fact-filled compendium of historical fiascos and embarrassingly bad ideas. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - History - Reference | Trivia - Humor |
Dewey: 904 |
LCCN: 2003067585 |
Physical Information: 0.79" H x 5.32" W x 7.96" (0.53 lbs) 287 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: History has never been more fun than it is in this fact-filled compendium of historical fiascoes and embarrassingly bad ideas. Throughout history, the rich and powerful, and even just the dim-witted, have made horrifically bad decisions that have had resounding effects on our world. From kings to corporate leaders, from captains to presidents, no one is immune to bad decisions and their lasting legacy. The fiascoes that litter our history are innumerable ... and fascinating in their foolishness. This witty collection of historical mayhem chronicles unwise decisions from ancient Greece to modern-day Hollywood and everything in between. Learn such lessons as:
With more than forty-five chapters of mind-boggling flubs and follies, fans of history, trivia, and those who just want a good laugh will adore this intriguing and fun read. |
Contributor Bio(s): Fawcett, Bill: - Bill Fawcett is the author and editor of more than a dozen books, including You Did What?, It Seemed Like a Good Idea . . . , How to Lose a Battle, and You Said What? He lives in Illinois. |