Dieser britische Autor ist bekannt für seinen scharfen Verstand und sein Gespür für humorvolle Beobachtungen. Seine Werke tauchen häufig in die Absurditäten des täglichen Lebens und menschliche Interaktionen ein, mit komischem und doch aufschlussreichem Kommentar. Leser schätzen seine Fähigkeit, zu unterhalten und gleichzeitig zum Nachdenken anzuregen.
Why do zebras have stripes? Why do we close our eyes when we sneeze? Why are farts flammable? Why do we have recessions when we can just print more money? If you've ever been flummoxed by a child's questions, then this is the perfect book for you. With over 300 real questions from primary school aged children, the book offers bite-sized answers from world class experts - digestible in under 60 seconds.
From the presenters of the hit BBC One TV show, Pointless, comes a collection of musings on some of the most pointless things, places and facts in everyday modern life.This book is the perfect blend of the obscure, the fascinating and the downright silly.
We've all had them, those pointless arguments that are seemingly impossible to solve:Does God exist? Should the toilet seat be up or down? Did man REALLY land on the moon??Well, argue no more, because Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman, hosts of BBC1's hit quiz Pointless have now solved pretty much every single argument you will ever have:What would be the best superpower?Is it EVER acceptable to dump somebody by text??What are best, cats or dogs?If you buy this book, you will find out the answer to every single one of these. Actually, to be honest, you could just flick through this book in the shop and find out the answer to every single one. But buy it; your Mum would really like it.You will even find out, once and for all, whose turn it is to take the bins out.
The Golden Linnet
Set in a world filled with ancient magic and secret societies, this children's debut novel offers an exciting adventure for readers aged 9-12. It features thrilling encounters with fearsome foes, promising to engage young imaginations and transport them into a captivating realm of mystery and excitement.
Set in a world filled with ancient magic and secret societies, this children's debut novel invites readers aged 9-12 on an exciting adventure. With elements reminiscent of beloved series like Philip Pullman's Dark Materials and Harry Potter, it features a cast of fearsome foes and captivating characters, promising a thrilling journey that blends modern storytelling with timeless themes of courage and friendship.
The hilarious quiz book from Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman's BBC One hit, Pointless, the nation's favourite TV quiz show
A Brain-teasing Book of Questions and Trivia
Journey from A-Z, play 26 rounds of 'Pointless' with family and friends and enjoy facts, banter and musings from Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman. Filled with a collection of over 120 new Pointless quiz questions set to have you wracking your brains and interspersed with general knowledge trivia, witty facts and longer stand-up style pieces musing on everything from aardvarks to zeppelins via Pointless favourites like Central African Republic. Written with Alexander and Richard's trademark intelligent wit and beautifully illustrated with exclusive drawings by Moose Allain, this exciting new Pointless book is the perfect festive treat for the whole family.
365 classical music puzzles from the experts at Classic FM - one for every day of the year.
Join Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman, the hosts of BBC 1 quiz show 'Pointless' as they take you on a journey through the 100 Most Pointless Things in the World and solve the 100 Most Pointless Arguments.
