Abstract
Gary Fuller’s entertaining and informative guide uses geographic trivia questions as a springboard to learning about non-trivial aspects of our globe. An enlightening book for all readers, it enhances geographic know-how with good, old-fashioned fun. Discover who named the kangaroo; where can you find Lakers and Salties; what chili peppers, pineapple, chocolate, and vanilla have in common; where Shangri La was; and who was the most successful pirate in the Caribbean.
An inveterate traveler and geographer extraordinaire, Fuller provides extensive background, engaging maps and photos, and thorough explanations for each intriguing trivia question. Challenging today’s global generation to truly get to know their world, his book is a delight to read and an essential antidote to our lack of geographical knowledge.
Schlagworte
travel international studies- 33–39 CHAPTER 5. ISLANDS 33–39
- 40–47 CHAPTER 6. BATTLES 40–47
- 97–102 CHAPTER 14. FLEETS 97–102
- 115–121 CHAPTER 17. PIRATES 115–121
- 199–204 INDEX 199–204
- 205–206 ABOUT THE AUTHOR 205–206
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