Bøker av Bill O'Neill

There have been countless badass women who have changed the world for the better, yet most people have never even heard of them. Women throughout history have fought for their rights and the rights of others, defended their countries during wartime, healed the sick and the wounded, invented new technologies, led countries, made inspiring art, and so much more.This collection of biographies and quick trivia facts will tell the stories of the courageous and tenacious women who have paved the way for the women of the future. In The Great Book of Badass Women you''ll get to know: ┬╖       Ching Shih: from Prostitute to Pirate Queen ┬╖       Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Notorious Supreme Court Justice ┬╖       Frida Kahlo: Trailblazer, Artist, Icon ┬╖       The Mirabal Sisters: Revolutionaries and Martyrs ┬╖       Hedy Lamarr: Inventor and Beauty Queen ┬╖       And 10 other extremely badass women!There have been so many badass women in history, that it was nearly impossible to choose only 15 of them. Although women-especially women of color-have largely been excluded from our history books, these unsung heroes have always been there, kicking ass. By telling their stories, we preserve their legacies and inspire others to follow in their footsteps. ∩╗┐Grab a copy now and get ready to be inspired by the stories of some of history''s most badass women!

How much do you know about the Centennial State? There's so much to learn about Colorado that even natives of the state don't know! In this trivia book, you'll learn about the state's history, pop culture, inventions and so much more! In The Great Book of Colorado, you'll find the answers to the following questions: How did Colorado get its name? Why is it nicknamed the "Centennial State"? Which patriotic song was written in the state? Which famous comic strip characters were based on actual people from Colorado? Which historical sporting event was first held in the Centennial State? Are there really living dinosaurs still roaming the earth in Colorado? What are some of the most haunted spots in the state?And so much more!This book is packed with facts about Colorado! Some of the facts will be shocking. Others may be sad. Some will give you goosebumps. But the one thing they all have in common is that they're all interesting!Whether you think you already know all there is to know about Colorado or you don't know anything about the Centennial State, you're guaranteed to learn something new. You'll even impress your history teacher!So, what are you waiting for? Dig in now to learn more about Colorado!

Are you looking to learn more about Texas? Sure, you’ve heard about the Alamo and JFK’s assassination in history class, but there’s so much about the Lone Star State that even natives don’t know about. In this trivia book, you’ll journey through Texas’s history, pop culture, sports, folklore, and so much more!In The Great Book of Texas, some of the things you will learn include: Which Texas hero isn’t even from Texas?Why is Texas called the Lone Star State?Which hotel in Austin is one of the most haunted hotels in the United States?Where was Bonnie and Clyde’s hideout located?Which Tejano musician is buried in Corpus Christi?What unsolved mysteries happened in the state?Which Texas-born celebrity was voted “Most Handsome” in high school?Which popular TV show star just opened a brewery in Austin?Whether you consider yourself a Texas pro or you know absolutely nothing about the state, you’ll learn something new as you discover more about the state’s past, present, and future. Find out about things that weren’t mentioned in your history book. In fact, you might even be able to impress your history teacher with your newfound knowledge once you’ve finished reading! So, what are you waiting for? Dive in now to learn all there is to know about the Lone Star State!

How much do you know about Ireland? There’s so much to learn about the Emerald Isle that even its residents don’t know. In this trivia book, you’ll learn more about Ireland’s history, pop culture, folklore, and so much more!In The Great Book of Ireland, you’ll learn: How did Ireland get its name?Why is it known as the Emerald Isle?Who was St. Patrick really?What do leprechauns and shamrocks have to do with St. Patrick’s Day?Which Irish company had a 9,000-year lease?What is Ireland’s top attraction?Which movies have been filmed in Ireland?Which famous novel may have been based on an Irish myth?Which legends did the Irish believe in?And so much more!This book is packed with trivia facts about Ireland. Some of the facts you’ll learn in this book are shocking, some are tragic, and others will leave you with goosebumps. But they’re all interesting!Whether you’re just learning about Ireland or you already think you’re an expert on the state, you’ll learn something you didn’t know in every chapter. Your history teacher will be interesting at all of your newfound knowledge.So what are you waiting for? Get started to learn more about Ireland!

How much do you know about Mexico? There’s so much to learn about America’s southern neighbor that it could fill several books and you still wouldn’t even know it all. In this trivia book, you’ll learn about Mexico’s history (ancient and modern), pop culture, geography, folklore, and so much more!In The Great Book of Mexico, you’ll learn:How did Mexico get its name?What are the origins of the Mexican flag?How did the Aztecs and Maya contribute to Mexican history?Where are Mexico’s most haunted locales?How did tequila start in Mexico and where?What are some of Mexico’s top tourist spots?What are the most popular sports in Mexico?What is Mexico’s highest peak?Where is Mexico’s lowest point?And so much more!This book is packed with trivia facts about Mexico. Some of the facts will make you scratch your head, while others will probably creep you out. There is no doubt, though, that all of the facts in this book will fascinate you.Whether you just have a passing interest in Mexico, or planning on visiting the country, or you already think you’re an expert on the state, you’ll learn something you didn’t know in every chapter. You will be able to amaze all of your friends and family with your newfound knowledge about Mexico.So what are you waiting for? Open the pages and get started learning more about Mexico!

Are you ready to have your mind wander while you discover some of the craziest and most interesting true stories ever told? The world is an everchanging place full of incredible and interesting stories from our past, present and future. Do you know how the Romans managed to deliver mail across Europe faster than anyone for 2000 years? Do you know what happened when Australia went to war against its emus? The answer will surprise you! Or what happened when an Olympic athlete entered the discus-throwing contest in 1896, despite never having seen an Olympic discus before in his entire life? Hint: Something truly remarkable! Those are some of the mind-blowing and downright unbelievable stories you'll find inside Incredible Stories for Curious Kids. In this book: ¿ Over 60 fascinating true-life tales of the bizarre and unexpected¿ Written in a fun and accessible way idea for children and teens¿ Covers all of history, from the ancient world to now¿ Illustrated with fun pictures to bring the stories to life¿ Topics include geography, science, sport, nature, history, invention - and a lot more! So what are you waiting for? Dive into Incredible Stories for Curious Kids and discover more about the world around you, and some of the most remarkable people, places, and things that it has ever seen!

Ever wondered what you'd do if the world went ballistic? Fear not! How To Survive A Freakin' Nuclear War is your witty, no-nonsense, and downright hilarious guide to navigating the chaos, bombs, and mutated creatures that might come your way. This book reveals how you should prepare for a nuclear disaster and the steps you must take in the hours, days, and weeks after to ensure survival for yourself and your loved ones. A nuclear explosion would be one of the most cataclysmic kinds of disasters that you can prepare for. Your chances of surviving a nuclear explosion may seem remote...but survival is possible. That's precisely why learning how to prepare for an explosion and the resulting fallout is so important. Among many other important tips, you will learn: How horrific a nuclear war would realistically be and why it may be worse than you had initially anticipated;The severe consequences of a nuclear war, what a post-nuclear war world would look like, and how we can expect life to change over the long term;Importance of building a secure nuclear-proof shelter and how you can start putting one together;The most important items to start stocking up on to prepare for a nuclear war;The different levels of nuclear radiation that you can become afflicted with following a nuclear fallout and how to stay properly sanitized of each one;Personal protection from looters and raiders preying on the innocent in a post-nuclear war world;How the world will have changed following the nuclear fallout and how you will have to adapt to life in this new world. After reading this book, you will learn how surviving a nuclear war is possible and the most critical steps you can take to protect yourself. So, if you're ready to laugh in the face of annihilation, pick up this book, grab a radiation-resistant umbrella, and get ready to survive - with style! Your nuclear survival adventure begins now!

Did you know that in 1520, at the age of 29, the English king Henry VIII challenged his French counterpart, King Francis I of France, to a wrestling match? Even more bizarrely, the entire affair took place at a lavish diplomatic conference in the middle of a field in Calais-with the English king eventually being outplayed and beaten by his French rival. (Happily, despite his notoriously fierce temper, Henry so admired King Francis that he took the defeat on the chin, and the pair steadfastly remained good friends!) Speaking of bizarre royal tales, did you know that another French king was so convinced that his internal organs were made of glass that he would sit for hours at a time on his throne, refusing to move a single muscle? And did you know that more than 100 different men once came forward claiming to be the long-lost son of Marie Antoinette, and therefore a claimant of the throne of France? And speaking of hoaxes and deceptions, have you heard the one about the architectural magazine that invented a town in Massachusetts just so it could use up all the unused photographs in its archive? Or how about the story of the two high-society women in Georgian London who so violently fell out with one another that they ended up dueling in their petticoats in the middle of Hyde Park more than 200 years ago? All of these remarkable tales-and dozens more like them!-are included in this new and fascinating collection of INTERESTING STORIES. ¿ Features more than 60 extraordinary and unbelievable tales ¿ Topics covered include sport, history, movies, science, music, nature, and language¿ Covers thousands of years of history ¿ Featuring stories from all around the world¿ Bonus chapters include lists of mad monarchs, hit songs written in less than an hour, and even a list of unusual animals that seemingly came back from the dead! As varied as all these stories and tales are-and as many subjects and places as this fascinating new book covers-they all have one thing in common. They're all definitely interesting!

Do you want to be entertained by strange, unique and interesting true stories? Or maybe just have a laugh? The World's Best Short Stories is a compendium of crazy and oddly funny stories from different periods across human history. You'll learn about pompous politicians, admirable animals, and some very strange oddballs! The book provides the reader with an easily accessible entrance into some of the most important aspects of human history. The stories are packed with humor and jokes to offer up even the grumpiest of readers a wry smile. The stories carefully selected for the book are typically areas that the average reader won't have heard of before. Though many of them are set in familiar periods of history which helps the readers build from their own base of knowledge. In this book you will find: ¿ 127 exciting stories from different periods and locations across history.¿ Boiled-down information from the words of a historian to help plug holes in your knowledge. ¿ Strange accounts, showing an underside of humanity that isn't discussed in more traditional academic circles.· A little extra touch of wit and humor, to keep you entertained along the way. This book is supposed to help people access new information in a way that isn't overwhelming or complicated but is instead funny and simple. The book has some mature themes, though it remains suitable for young teenagers and older, as long as whoever reads the book is just immature enough to be able to laugh at the sillier side of life and history. If you're looking for the perfect gift item or just a casual read or light-hearted page-turner, then The World's Best Short Stories is the book for you.

Do you like adventure? Sit tight because these adventures are quite something else.Amazing Survival Stories for Adventurous Kids is here to inspire you through the incredible courage and persistence a select few had to overcome the most challenging adventures of their lives.There are no fewer than 16 stories here that detail some of the greatest survival adventures ever told, from a woman named Blackjack, to a daring captain called Shackleton who crossed freezing Antarctica, to a boy named Mike (and his brother) who lived through the Peshtigo Fire. The worst blaze ever in one of the world's biggest countries. What would you do to survive if:· You fell two miles through thin air after your plane broke to pieces and landed in the middle of a dense jungle?· You found yourself totally lost on the steep side of a misty mountain, and the next day, your shoes didn't fit anymore but you still had to walk for nine days to survive?· You were buried alive by a snowy avalanche?· You and your family were trapped by a pod of killer whales in the middle of the ocean?· You happened to get stuck with your soccer team inside the biggest cave in your country which was completely flooded?Don't sweat it, you'll survive, somehow. Use your wits like the quick-thinking people in these amazing survival stories, mix in a bit of good luck, pay attention in all your classes, and hope you'll still be in one piece when your adventure ends. But not to worry, for now, you can read these 16 amazing survival stories from the comfort of your couch!

So, you know about history's biggest events... but do you know the story behind them? Knowledge is power - we've all heard that before and seen it proven right. Because of this, learning a bit of history can help us not make the same mistakes in the future. History, after all, is one big series of lessons we can apply to our present to avoid repeating the biggest errors ever made. The main problem is that sometimes history can get... kind of boring (sorry, historians!). But we're changing that for good. Divided into 54 incredibly engaging and well-told stories representing the biggest and most influential events that have taken place throughout modern history, The Encyclopedia of Very Important Events Through Modern History compiles humorous, inspiring, tragic and even disastrous stories that shaped the world to become - for better or for worse - what we know it as today. Discover the truth that led to the most massive events in history, such as: · Isaac Newton and his apple - you know the story, right? But what if I told you the whole tale was a LOT more complex than simply a falling fruit? · You may be aware that WWI began with an assassination, but did you know that it was a wrong turn by a driver that set the stage for the world's second bloodiest war? Yikes! · And we all know how messy a divorce can get... but what about a divorce that caused a literal religious war across an entire nation and set half the country on fire... literally! This book will help you unlock the entire truth behind the largest events in history so get ready; it's a fascinating read. Grab a copy of The Encyclopedia of Very Important Events through Modern History and learn the historical facts and stories most people don't know about the events we all know!

Who doesn't love the movies? If there's one thing we all have in common, it's that a few hours of escapism in front of our favorite film-be it a comedy, a romance, a horror, or whatever else we're in the mood for-is the perfect way to spend a night out, or a lazy night in.But if there's one thing we're also all guilty of, then it is wanting and needing to know a little more about everything that goes on-off set and off screen-when the cameras stop rolling.In this book, you'll learn:Bette Davis and Joan Crawford's Oscar-taunting arguments in the 60s.Love lost between legendary stars Steve McQueen and James Garner.Marvel Cinematic Universe's Avengers series of movies being now considered the most profitable movie franchise in the history of cinema.Daniel Radcliffe was just 12 years old when the first Harry Potter movie was released.Marlon Brando married three times in his life and had numerous affairs and romances.And other crazy, interesting and infamous gossip!Some of these stories are outrageous rumors, the truth behind which we'll likely never know.Some of them are true tales of shocking off-set antics and a few give us an incredible insight into the off-screen lives of the people we idolize on screen, sometimes long before they even became famous!The lives of all our favorite stars, it seems, are just as intriguing and as exciting off-screen as they are on. Grab your copy of Secret Hollywood and start gossiping!

Do you love country music?Are you a bit of a trivia lover?Then The Great Book of Country is for you!Whatever you''re a fan of Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson or any of the other legendary artists within Country, this book is packed with interesting and true stories for everyone to enjoy.In The Great Book of Country, you''ll learn the answers to the following questions: Where does country music come from originally?What was the main topic in early country music?The term "country" refers to what?The genre bluegrass is named after what?Who was the first woman in country to sell more than a million records?And so much more! The history of country music is not just about facts and dates. It''s about understanding and connecting the dots between all those events and people who have shaped up and maintained the genre. The best way to reach this goal is, of course, to have fun along the way. And this is what we''ve tried to achieve in The Great Book of Country!One thing is guaranteed, though. Having read this book, you will never listen to country music the same way. Grab a copy now and be entertained!