Quarto Publishing Plc 365 Amazing True Things to Read in Bed

Bedtime is about to get a lot more interesting.365 Amazing True Things to Read in Bed is a joyful collection bursting with wild facts, weird wonders and unbelievable-but-true stories one for every night of the year. Youll learn things like Where does it rain diamonds? What does a comet smell like? Why would you keep a dog up your sleeve? Where can you find fish that live in trees? And who exactly was William Johnson Hippopotamus? From frog trousers and glass trees to lawnmowing camels and chimpanzee painters, this is a book made for curious minds and giggly bedtimes. Each bite-sized story is perfect for winding down, sparking questions and filling young heads with big, brilliant thoughts. Written by former QI writer Edward Brooke-Hitching and brought to life with whimsical illustrations by Oksana Drachkovska, this is non-fiction at its most playful and surprising. Whether read aloud or under the covers with a torch, its the kind of book kids will return to night after night. A brilliant gift for curious minds, and a treasure trove of facts to enjoy together or alone, 365 Amazing True Things to Read in Bed will fill your dreams with adventure and leave you ready to wake up and make your own. Autorid: Edward Brooke-Hitching, Oksana Drachkovska