Showing results by author "Jack Goldstein" in All Categories

Do you want to know the important facts about President Abraham Lincoln's Life? Amongst many other things, the 16th US president abolished slavery, made the Gettysburg Address, and was tragically assassinated whilst in office. This excellent audiobook gives you all the information you need to know about one of history's most important leaders.

Did you know that Shakespeare wrote the world's first ever knock knock joke? How much of a ribbon worm's own body do you think it can eat and still survive if it gets a little hungry? Do you know what the most unusual lost property items that have been handed in on the London Underground are? And what surprising kind of song is the American national anthem based on? This absolutely fascinating audiobook contains over 100 facts covering various categories such as war, music, TV and film, ancient civilizations, royalty, and more.

Do you know the difference between a spiderweb and a cobweb? What are the two sections of a spider's body called? Which spider holds the record for the largest leg span? And which species wears the drained corpses of its victims on its back? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia answers all these questions and more as he talks us through over 100 facts about our eight-legged friends.

How often does a snake shed its skin? What is the world’s most venomous species? What incredible ability are rattlesnakes currently evolving? And why are scientists studying the venom of the black mamba? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia answers all these questions and more as he talks us through over 100 amazing facts about snakes. So if you want to know why you should still handle a dead rattlesnake with care or which place on earth contains the highest number of deadly snakes per square metre, then this is the perfect audiobook for you!

From her days as Hermione in the Harry Potter series to her emergence as one of the finest actresses of her generation, Emma Watson has become a favorite across the world. This book tells you everything you need to know about Emma from her first tentative steps in school plays to behind-the-scenes information from her recent films and her career as a model. If you're an Emma Watson fan, this is the perfect book for you!

Are you the world's biggest cat lover? Or are you thinking about getting a pet cat and want to know more about what to expect? In this excellent audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia talks us through over 100 facts about our favourite feline friends. Visiting subjects such as their behaviour, biology, why they are so great and much more, this is the perfect addition to anyone's audiobook collection.

Are you a budding comedian who wants to have a joke ready for every occasion? If so, this is the perfect audiobook for you! Master of comedy Jack Goldstein has loaded over one hundred of his most powerful laugh grenades into his ultimate humour launcher and has handed it over to his English counterpart Stephen Harris to take aim, press the button and unleash hilarity mayhem!

Are you the world's biggest Ed Sheeran fan? Or do you want to know everything there is to know about one of the most talented singer-songwriters of a generation? In this excellent audiobook, Kent Harris tells us everything about Ed, from how he got started in the music industry, to his tattoos, collaborations with other artists and much more. Whether you're a brand new fan or someone who's been following Ed Sheeran for years, you're sure to enjoy these 101 amazing facts.

Are you a fan of the modern generation of royals? How much do you know about the lives of Prince William; his wife, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge; and the rest of the royal family? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia talks us through over 100 facts about royals both past and present, covering areas such as traditions of the monarchy, kings and queens from history, the royal family today and much more. So no matter how much or how little you currently know, this is the perfect book for you.

How much of the earth’s surface do you think is volcanic in its origin? Have you any idea of the difference between a shield volcano and a stratovolcano? And do you know which 10 eruptions were the largest in human history? Join Charles King as he talks us through all of these things and more and discover 101 amazing facts about volcanos. Whether you’re studying the subject at school or are simply interested to find out more about one of nature’s most impressive and dangerous sights, then this is the perfect book for you.

Do you know who was said to be the god of the ancient Egyptian underworld? What type of mask do you think an embalmer would wear while carrying out the mummification process on a body? And who was the most successful of all the pharaohs? In this fascinating guide, Hilary Beaton talks you through one of history's most interesting eras: Ancient Egypt. With over 100 amazing facts, this is the perfect audiobook for everyone from casual listeners to dedicated students of Egyptology.

Do you know the origin of the word Nazi? Who were the key figures involved in the Second World War, and what terrible weapons did they unleash? How did the war begin, and when did it actually end? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Lawrence Keefe talks us through over 100 amazing facts about the Second World War. With sections including key figures, statistics, weapons and more, this is an excellent addition to anyone's audiobook collection.

Bob Marley is the world's best known reggae artist. His songs have brought pleasure to millions across the world and his legacy lives on to this very day. In this fascinating audiobook, Kent Harris tells you all about the great man, from his family to his work with the Wailers, his beliefs and much more. So whether you're a long-term fan or are new to the King of Reggae's incredible music, this is the perfect book for you.

Which do you think is greater: the combined weight of all the insects in the world or all the humans? How many flowers does it take to provide the pollen for a pound of honey? What is the most venomous insect in the world? And how many dust mites are there inside your mattress right now? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia answers all of these questions and more as he talks us through over 100 amazing facts about insects and arthropods, looking in detail into their incredible world.

Do you know which classical legend was a key inspiration for Suzanne Collins when she wrote The Hunger Games? Or why Katniss is so named? What amusing incidents happened to the cast and crew during filming? And what are the key differences between the books and the films? This fantastic audiobook features over one hundred fascinating facts, split into sections such as costumes, actors, books, films, unbelievable facts, and more.

Do you know what the ancient Romans used instead of soap? Which emperor made his horse into a senator? Who was the god of music, light and truth? And how would a gladiator request an honourable death in battle? John Harnish answers all these questions and more as he takes us on a fascinating trip through the ancient Roman world. Whether you're studying this amazing period in history or are simply interested in how our ancestors lived, this is the perfect audiobook for you.

Do you know the difference between a meteor and an asteroid? How old do we think the universe is? What are the fastest spinning objects of which we know? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Charles King answers all these questions and more as he talks us through over 100 amazing facts about space.

This side-splitting collection of 101 of the best food jokes you have ever heard pasta be our funniest joke book yet! We’ve prepared a sumptuous banquet of hilarity for you that’ll have the whole family laughing. The jokes are organised into categories, so you’ll always have a food joke ready for every course. Get ready to learn your favourites! This is another hilarious addition to the World’s Greatest Jokes series of audiobooks performed by Kent Harris.

Do you know how much the most expensive bottle of wine ever auctioned sold for? Or how the production processes of red and white wine differ? What should you be doing when a waiter hands you a cork? And what is the difference between an aroma and a bouquet? Charles King reveals the answer to all these questions and more as he talks us through over 100 amazing facts about wine.

Do you know what amazing defence mechanism the horned toad lizard has? Can you guess which film was inspired by a trip to the Komodo islands to study lizards? What happens to those who kill a lizard, according to an ancient Aboriginal Australian belief? And which species of lizard is the fastest on the planet? Find out as Charles King talks us through over 100 amazing facts about lizards. With a wide range of subjects covered, from fascinating statistics about record-breaking species to information about keeping lizards as pets, this is a perfect audiobook for listeners of all ages.