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Stupid Ancient History (Volume 14) (Stupid History),New
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Bestselling humorist Leland Gregory offers a blockbuster collection of more than 200 bizarre, weird, silly, shocking, and downright outrageous true stories about ancient Greek and Roman history.New York Times bestselling author Leland Gregory is one of Andrews McMeel Publishings most successful noncartoon humorists. Silly, shocking, weird, hilariously funnyand outrageously truethe short anecdotes inside his anthologies of human stupidity are culled from print, online, and broadcast media from all over the world. Inside Stupid Ancient History, Gregory chronicles Greek philosophers, Roman conquerors, and historic mythconceptions, including: To fight off Roman ships in 300 BC, Carthaginians catapulted live snakes at them. The Athenian lawmaker Draco died of suffocation when gifts of cloaks were showered upon him by grateful citizens at an Aegina theater in 620 BC. In ancient Rome, long before the advent of the Christian Bible, Roman men swore to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth by placing their right hand on their testicles. It is from this ritual that we derived the term testimony. Of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, The Temple of Artemis in Ephesus burned to the ground in 356 BC. The arsonist was executed; and to make sure his wish for everlasting fame wouldnt come true, it was ordered that his name be stricken from all records and never mentioned again. But people will talk. Despite all efforts, his name leaked, and Herostratus is remembered as one of the most notorious firebugs in history.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Stupid Ancient History'? A: 'Stupid Ancient History' features a collection of over 200 bizarre and humorous true stories about ancient Greek and Roman history, showcasing the absurdities and oddities of that time.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Stupid Ancient History'? A: The book is written by Leland Gregory, a New York Times best-selling humorist known for his collections of funny and outrageous anecdotes.
- Q: What type of humor can I expect from this book? A: Readers can expect a mix of silly, shocking, and weird humor, with short anecdotes that highlight human stupidity in a lighthearted way.
- Q: Is 'Stupid Ancient History' suitable for all ages? A: While the book is primarily aimed at adults due to its humor style, it can be enjoyed by older teens who appreciate historical anecdotes and comedic storytelling.
- Q: How many pages does 'Stupid Ancient History' have? A: 'Stupid Ancient History' consists of 256 pages filled with intriguing and humorous historical stories.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Stupid Ancient History' published? A: 'Stupid Ancient History' was published on October 16, 2012.
- Q: Can you give an example of a story featured in the book? A: One example includes the story where Carthaginians allegedly catapulted live snakes at Roman ships in 300 BC, highlighting the bizarre tactics used in ancient warfare.
- Q: What category does 'Stupid Ancient History' fall under? A: 'Stupid Ancient History' is categorized under Parodies, reflecting its humorous take on historical events.
- Q: What condition is the book available in? A: The book is listed as 'Acceptable' condition, which means it may show signs of wear but is still readable and intact.