Isbn: 9780470559659 - all facts considered: the essential library of inessential knowledge (16 Ergebnisse)

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. How much junk is in space? What are the lost plays of Shakespeare?When was the Sack of Rome? How long is a New York minute?What building did Elvis last leave?Get the answers to these and countless other vexing questions in All Facts Considered. Noted NPR librarian Kee Malesky presents a compendium of fascinating facts on intriguing subjects ranging from history and science to the arts, packing every page with valuable nuggets of information mined over her twenty-six-year career--everything from the useful to the downright bizarre.There isn't a journalist born who hasn't been tempted to--as they say--not let the facts get in the way of a good story.?And that is the genius of Kee Malesky.?Inquire about a fact, and she produces a tale, as seductive as it is accurate. Sacred cows, plastic soup, star-crossed lovers, the roots of red hair.?Within these pages you will be treated to a taste of the vast sweep of all things Kee--something we at NPR have long savored simply by dialing the number for 'Library, Reference.'--Renee Montagne, co-host of NPR's Morning EditionKee Malesky enshrines the humble fact in a way that is both instructive and enchanting.--Daniel Schorr, NPR Senior News AnalystEvery one of us 'media figures' who appears smart or well prepared in public has somebody standing behind the curtains, knowledge at the ready, covering for our ignorance like Marni Nixon singing for Natalie Wood. My knowledge-double is Kee Malesky, who makes me and everybody else at NPR sound brighter than we are.?With this book, a little memorization, and some practice on your knowing, slightly world-weary tone, you too will seem smarter.?But not, ever, as smart as she is.--Peter Sagal, host of the NPR news quiz show Wait Wait . . . Don't Tell Me.…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. How much junk is in space? What are the lost plays of Shakespeare?When was the Sack of Rome? How long is a New York minute?What building did Elvis last leave?Get the answers to these and countless other vexing questions in All Facts Considered. Noted NPR librarian Kee Malesky presents a compendium of fascinating facts on intriguing subjects ranging from history and science to the arts, packing every page with valuable nuggets of information mined over her twenty-six-year career--everything from the useful to the downright bizarre.There isn't a journalist born who hasn't been tempted to--as they say--not let the facts get in the way of a good story.?And that is the genius of Kee Malesky.?Inquire about a fact, and she produces a tale, as seductive as it is accurate. Sacred cows, plastic soup, star-crossed lovers, the roots of red hair.?Within these pages you will be treated to a taste of the vast sweep of all things Kee--something we at NPR have long savored simply by dialing the number for 'Library, Reference.'--Renee Montagne, co-host of NPR's Morning EditionKee Malesky enshrines the humble fact in a way that is both instructive and enchanting.--Daniel Schorr, NPR Senior News AnalystEvery one of us 'media figures' who appears smart or well prepared in public has somebody standing behind the curtains, knowledge at the ready, covering for our ignorance like Marni Nixon singing for Natalie Wood. My knowledge-double is Kee Malesky, who makes me and everybody else at NPR sound brighter than we are.?With this book, a little memorization, and some practice on your knowing, slightly world-weary tone, you too will seem smarter.?But not, ever, as smart as she is.--Peter Sagal, host of the NPR news quiz show Wait Wait . . . Don't Tell Me.…

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Zustand: Good. 1st Edition. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. 1. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

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Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 1st edition. 288 pages. 8.75x5.75x1.00 inches. In Stock.

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