This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
This fascinating collection of historical facts takes listeners on an extraordinary journey through time, revealing the surprising, bizarre, and often shocking realities of daily life across different eras. From ancient civilizations to the Victorian age, these captivating stories illuminate how our ancestors lived, worked, loved, and survived in ways that will astonish modern audiences. Discover why medieval people believed demons entered through yawning mouths, how Victorian women wore clothing weighing up to 40 pounds, and why ancient Chinese emperors consumed mercury pills seeking immortality. Learn about the Romans' sophisticated lifestyle with glass windows, underfloor heating, and 24-hour taverns, contrasting sharply with medieval beliefs that earthquakes were caused by underground winds and toothaches by tooth worms. Explore the ingenuity of ancient Egyptians who performed brain surgery and provided paid sick leave, while Victorian children labored in factories from age five. These meticulously researched anecdotes reveal the evolution of human civilization through unexpected lens, showing how photography once required eight-hour exposures, how the first cars used tillers instead of steering wheels, and how Nintendo began as a playing card company. From the practical to the peculiar, each fact demonstrates humanity's constant struggle between progress and superstition, innovation and tradition. Whether it's learning about Roman concrete that could set underwater, medieval knights whose armor prevented swimming, or ancient Greek athletes who competed nude, this collection offers endless entertainment and education. Perfect for history enthusiasts, trivia lovers, and anyone curious about the remarkable journey of human civilization, this audiobook transforms historical learning into an engaging adventure through time's most intriguing moments.
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
This fascinating collection of historical facts takes listeners on an extraordinary journey through time, revealing the surprising, bizarre, and often shocking realities of daily life across different eras. From ancient civilizations to the Victorian age, these captivating stories illuminate how our ancestors lived, worked, loved, and survived in ways that will astonish modern audiences. Discover why medieval people believed demons entered through yawning mouths, how Victorian women wore clothing weighing up to 40 pounds, and why ancient Chinese emperors consumed mercury pills seeking immortality. Learn about the Romans' sophisticated lifestyle with glass windows, underfloor heating, and 24-hour taverns, contrasting sharply with medieval beliefs that earthquakes were caused by underground winds and toothaches by tooth worms. Explore the ingenuity of ancient Egyptians who performed brain surgery and provided paid sick leave, while Victorian children labored in factories from age five. These meticulously researched anecdotes reveal the evolution of human civilization through unexpected lens, showing how photography once required eight-hour exposures, how the first cars used tillers instead of steering wheels, and how Nintendo began as a playing card company. From the practical to the peculiar, each fact demonstrates humanity's constant struggle between progress and superstition, innovation and tradition. Whether it's learning about Roman concrete that could set underwater, medieval knights whose armor prevented swimming, or ancient Greek athletes who competed nude, this collection offers endless entertainment and education. Perfect for history enthusiasts, trivia lovers, and anyone curious about the remarkable journey of human civilization, this audiobook transforms historical learning into an engaging adventure through time's most intriguing moments.
Boring Useless History Facts For Sleep
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Product Details
| BN ID: | 2940195493967 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | History Joe |
| Publication date: | 06/02/2025 |
| Edition description: | Unabridged |
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