The Book Of Fun

Author : Russ Frushtick
Publisher : Running Press Adult
ISBN 13 : 0762480491
Total Pages : 201 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Book of Fun written by Russ Frushtick and published by Running Press Adult. This book was released on 2022-06-14 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into this vibrantly illustrated history of everything humans have invented to entertain ourselves, from Chess and Nintendo to Drag Queen Story Hour and Burning Man. In The Book of Fun, Polygon co-founder Russ Frushtick divulges the hidden backstories and fascinating facts about your favorite video games, theme parks, festivals, sports, and more. With 80+ digestible, entertaining entries, it's not just fodder for your next dinner party -- you might also discover your next great pastime, be it jousting, stunt acting, cheese rolling, or Swedish Bunny Hopping. For fans of pop-history, pop-science, and the many things mankind has invented to waste time, The Book of Fun explores: Board Games: The world's oldest tabletop games (Senet, Go, Chess) and its most enduringly popular (Monopoly, Dungeons & Dragons, Settlers of Catan) Toys: The history of your favorite playthings, like Barbie, Beanie Babies, Slinky, Furby, and LEGO Video Games: The console wars of the '90s, the birth of game streaming, and unexpected Pokémon Go consequences Theme Parks: Stories behind Coney Island's Cyclone, Disneyland's opening-day woes, and the bizarre parks built in a nuclear power plant and a Soviet bunker Sports: The most fascinating athletic endeavors across the globe, from gladiatorial battles to Lucha Libre, pumpkin boat racing, and sumo wrestling Stunts: Harry Houdini, Evel Knievel, Jackie Chan, and the incredible stunt artists you may not know Festivals: From Carnival celebrations around the world to the stories of Woodstock, Burning Man, and a Spanish baby-jumping festival Dressing Up: The origins of jesters, Halloween, cosplay, drag queen style, and more Roadside Attractions: Wacky spectacles like the 65-foot-tall Lucy the Elephant in New Jersey, the Mystery Hole in West Virginia, and the Cabazon Dinosaurs in California

Author : Betty G. Birney
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0147509513
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Humphrey's Book of Fun Fun Fun written by Betty G. Birney and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-10-03 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An activity book full of games, puzzles, jokes, and more with Humphrey, everyone's favorite classroom pet! Humphrey has learned a lot from being the classroom hamster in Room 26 at Longfellow School. And although he loves having amazing adventures in and out of his cage, he’s also quite good at solving puzzles and telling the most hilarious jokes! In fact, he’s put together this whole book of his favorite games, brain teasers, and jokes for everyone who thinks they can be as smart (or as funny) as a hamster! Come and have some FUN-FUN-FUN with everyone’s favorite classroom pet! Nominated for twenty-four state awards and the winner of seven, the Humphrey series is a hit across the country. And he's becoming a one school/one book favorite!

Author : Louis Untermeyer
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780307665072
Total Pages : 92 pages
Book Rating : 4.70/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Golden Book of Fun and Nonsense written by Louis Untermeyer and published by . This book was released on 1970 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A selection of limericks, nonsense verse, tongue twisters, and humorous poetry by well-known writers.

Author : Russ Frushtick
Publisher : Running Press Adult
ISBN 13 : 9780762480487
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.83/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Book of Fun written by Russ Frushtick and published by Running Press Adult. This book was released on 2022-05-17 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into this vibrantly illustrated history of everything humans have invented to entertain ourselves, from Chess and Nintendo to Drag Queen Story Hour and Burning Man. In The Book of Fun, Polygon co-founder Russ Frushtick divulges the hidden backstories and fascinating facts about your favorite video games, theme parks, festivals, sports, and more. With 80+ digestible, entertaining entries, it's not just fodder for your next dinner party -- you might also discover your next great pastime, be it jousting, stunt acting, cheese rolling, or Swedish Bunny Hopping. For fans of pop-history, pop-science, and the many things mankind has invented to waste time, The Book of Fun explores: Board Games: The world's oldest tabletop games (Senet, Go, Chess) and its most enduringly popular (Monopoly, Dungeons & Dragons, Settlers of Catan) Toys: The history of your favorite playthings, like Barbie, Beanie Babies, Slinky, Furby, and LEGO Video Games: The console wars of the '90s, the birth of game streaming, and unexpected Pokémon Go consequences Theme Parks: Stories behind Coney Island's Cyclone, Disneyland's opening-day woes, and the bizarre parks built in a nuclear power plant and a Soviet bunker Sports: The most fascinating athletic endeavors across the globe, from gladiatorial battles to Lucha Libre, pumpkin boat racing, and sumo wrestling Stunts: Harry Houdini, Evel Knievel, Jackie Chan, and the incredible stunt artists you may not know Festivals: From Carnival celebrations around the world to the stories of Woodstock, Burning Man, and a Spanish baby-jumping festival Dressing Up: The origins of jesters, Halloween, cosplay, drag queen style, and more Roadside Attractions: Wacky spectacles like the 65-foot-tall Lucy the Elephant in New Jersey, the Mystery Hole in West Virginia, and the Cabazon Dinosaurs in California

Author : Bobby Herodes
Publisher : AuthorHouse
ISBN 13 : 1452024898
Total Pages : 70 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Book of Fun Ball 2010 A.D.D.B. written by Bobby Herodes and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2013-09-05 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Culmination of my 22 years of teaching Physical education after creating the greatest game on earth...Fun Ball. A revolutionary look at how the game of dodgeball after becoming extinct in the public school realm, only to have it evolve into Fun Ball, with the help on my thousands of students that i have worked with during my teaching career. Book is a must have for any gym teacher along with the website being constructed...The United States Fun Ball Association

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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 444 pages
Book Rating : 4.46/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Young Folks' Library: The book of fun and frolic written by and published by . This book was released on 1901 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 178 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Book of Fun, Or, Laugh and Learn for Boys and Girls written by and published by . This book was released on 1880 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : National Geographic
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 1426308485
Total Pages : 84 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Halloween Book of Fun! written by National Geographic and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2011-08-09 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Ghostly games, creepy crafts, frightfully funny jokes, and more fun stuff"--Cover.

Author : Liz Pichon
Publisher : Scholastic Canada
ISBN 13 : 1443146218
Total Pages : 162 pages
Book Rating : 4.10/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Tom Gates: Absolutely Brilliant Book of Fun Stuff written by Liz Pichon and published by Scholastic Canada. This book was released on 2015-06 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What's better than another Tom Gates book? Two Tom Gates books in one! This unique volume includes a hilarious new Tom Gates novella AND a whole bunch of doodle-tastic activities. It's a must-have for all Tom Gates fans! It's Book Week at Oakfield school and everyone is very excited. Mr. Keen says there will be an excellent prize for best costumes worn on Book Day, so suddenly making a good costume is vitally important! Of course Delia's not much help (as usual). Then Marcus decides that he is a super hero and can't understand why "Super Marcus" isn't the best name . . . PLUS: There's loads to read, make, and do! In fact, there are 64 pages stuffed full of excellent stuff like drawing guides, fun games, brilliant puzzles, and perfect pranks!

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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 556 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Fun written by and published by . This book was released on 1880 with total page 556 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: