Scott Miller has narrated 34 audiobooks on Listento.it by 18 authors, with an average listener rating of 3.8★ across 53 ratings. The most-rated is Hidden Figures.
Hidden Figures
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The phenomenal true story of the Black female mathematicians at NASA whose calculations helped fuel some of America's greatest achievements in space. Now a major motion picture starring Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monae, Kirsten Dunst, and Kevin Costner. Before John Glenn orbited the Earth or Neil Armstrong walked on the moon, a group of dedicated female mathematicians known as "human computers" used pencils, slide rules, and adding machines to calculate the numbers that would launch rockets and astronauts into space. Among these problem solvers were a group of exceptionally talented African American women, some of the brightest minds of their generation. Originally relegated to teaching math in the South's segregated public schools, they were called into service during the labor shortages of World War II, when America's aeronautics industry was in dire need of anyone who had the right stuff. Suddenly these overlooked math whizzes had shots at jobs worthy of their skills, and they answered Uncle Sam's call, moving to Hampton, Virginia, and the fascinating, high-energy world of the Langley Memorial Aeronautical Laboratory. Even as Virginia's Jim Crow laws required them to be segregated from their white counterparts, the women of Langley's all-Black West Computing group helped America achieve one of the things it desired most: a decisive victory over the Soviet Union in the Cold War and complete domination of the heavens. Starting in World War II and moving through to the Cold War, the civil rights movement, and the space race, Hidden Figures follows the interwoven accounts of Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Christine Darden, four African American women who participated in some of NASA's greatest successes. It chronicles their careers over nearly three decades as they faced challenges, forged alliances, and used their intellects to change their own lives - and their country's future.
©2016 Margot Lee Shetterly (P)2016 HarperCollins Publishers
How to Answer Interview Questions
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Can you explain why you're the person they need to hire? Employers ask you 100 different interview questions...but what they really want to know is, "Why should we hire you?" If you get interviews but you don't get the job, you have not explained that to them. This is the audiobook that will show you how to use your answers to get the job. What this audiobook will do for you: Tell you why interviewers ask certain questions Show you what they are looking for in your answer Give you strategies for answering the toughest questions Warn you about answers that will kill your chances Give you how-to tips, phrases, and words for answering 101 job interview questions What kinds of questions are in the book? Tell me about yourself. What's your greatest weakness? What salary are you looking for? Why do you want to join this company? Why should we hire you? Why do you have a gap in your employment history? Tell me about a time when you failed. Describe a time when your work was criticized and how you handled it. What motivates you? What questions do you have for us? Who needs this book? If you have ever felt that you don't have the words you need to explain why you're the person they need to hire... Can't quite "sell yourself" for the job... Stumble over your answers because you don't know what they really want to hear... Just want to be more confident in the interview... Then this is the audiobook for you! PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.
©2012 Peggy McKee (P)2014 Peggy McKee
How to Ace Your Phone Interview
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Can you ace every phone interview - and get invited to the face-to-face? Phone interviews are really phone "screens". Employers use them to weed out candidates and come up with a short list of people to interview face-to-face. If you don't get invited to interview, you got screened out of the job. This book will keep you from getting screened out and consistently put you on the short list of candidates who get to interview in person. What this book will do for you: Give you exceptional answers to common phone interview questions Warn you about phone interview mistakes that get you screened out Help you be confident, relax, and make a fantastic first impression Give you powerful "how-to" tips for a perfect phone interview Get you invited to interview face-to-face What kinds of tips are in this book? Typical phone interview questions (and stand-out answers) Tips to "cheat" in a phone interview to give yourself an unfair advantage How to research the company and the interviewer before the call What never to say in a phone interview The one question you should ask in every phone interview How to help them qualify you for the face-to-face interview How to follow up after the interview How to plan, prepare, and execute a perfect phone interview Who this book is for: This book is for you if you want to slam-dunk every phone interview and get invited to the face-to-face. You will discover my best phone interview tips from 14 years of interviewing thousands of candidates (as a hiring manager and recruiter). Find out what hiring managers are really thinking about you. This is your key to phone interview success!
©2013 Peggy McKee (P)2014 Peggy McKee
How to Answer Interview Questions - II
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Deliver perfect interview answers that make you stand out and get hired! Join the tens of thousands of job seekers getting job offers because they learned Peggy McKee's secrets to powerful answers to the toughest interview questions. In this follow up to the incredibly popular How to Answer Interview Questions: 101 Tough Questions That Could Kill Your Interview Chances - Answered! you'll have the best answers to another 101 job interview questions. With this no-nonsense, straightforward guide, you'll know: What interviewers are looking for with every question (it's not always obvious) Special details to include in your answers that set you apart How to avoid mistakes that knock you out of the running Plus, scattered throughout the book: keys to a great interview (extra hints and tips for a wildly successful interview - preparation, questions you can ask, and more). What kinds of questions are in the book? Are you better at "managing up" or "managing down"? Describe a time you were asked to do something you were not trained to do. Have you ever fired someone? How will you identify problems and opportunities on the job? Tell me about the worst boss you've ever had. What are your long-term career goals? Walk me through your career from the start to where it is now. What do you expect from this job? What is one thing you'd like to do better? What would you look to accomplish in the first 90 days on the job? Will you be out to take my job? You have no experience. Why should I let you 'experiment' with us and pay you to learn on the job? BONUS: How to Handle Illegal Interview Questions And more!
©2014 Peggy McKee (P)2016 Peggy McKee
The Great Book of Hawaii: The Crazy History of Hawaii with Amazing Random Facts & Trivia
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How much do you know about the Aloha State? There’s so much to learn about Hawaii that even residents of the state don’t know! In this trivia audiobook, you’ll learn more about Hawaii’s history, pop culture, folklore, sports, and so much more! In The Great Book of Hawaii, you’ll find the answers to the following questions: How did Hawaii get its name? Why is it called the Aloha State? Why was it once called “The Kingdom of Hawaii”? Which sport was invented in Hawaii? Which movies have been filmed in the state? What legends from the Hawaiian culture haunt the state? What’s Hawaii’s most famous unsolved mystery? And so much more! As an added bonus, you’ll learn words from the Hawaiian language throughout the audiobook. This audiobook is packed with trivia facts about Hawaii. Some of the facts in this audiobook are surprising, while others are sad or creepy. The one thing they have in common is that all of them are interesting! Whether you’re just learning about Hawaii or you already think you’re an expert on the state, you’ll learn something you didn’t know in every section. Your history teacher will be interesting at all of your newfound knowledge. So, what are you waiting for? Get started to learn more about Hawaii!
©2019 LAK Publishing (P)2019 LAK Publishing
The Great Book of Ireland: Interesting Stories, Irish History & Random Facts About Ireland
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How much do you know about Ireland? There’s so much to learn about the Emerald Isle that even its residents don’t know. In this trivia book, you’ll learn more about Ireland’s history, pop culture, folklore, and so much more! In The Great Book of Ireland, you’ll learn: How did Ireland get its name? Why is it known as the Emerald Isle? Who was St. Patrick really? What do leprechauns and shamrocks have to do with St. Patrick’s Day? Which Irish company had a 9,000-year lease? What is Ireland’s top attraction? Which movies have been filmed in Ireland? Which famous novel may have been based on an Irish myth? Which legends did the Irish believe in? And so much more! This book is packed with trivia facts about Ireland. Some of the facts you’ll learn in this book are shocking, some are tragic, and others will leave you with goosebumps. But they’re all interesting! Whether you’re just learning about Ireland or you already think you’re an expert on the state, you’ll learn something you didn’t know in every chapter. Your history teacher will be interesting at all of your newfound knowledge. So what are you waiting for? Get started to learn more about Ireland!
©2019 LAK Publishing (P)2019 LAK Publishing
Networking Effectively: How to Build Your Network for Career Success
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Do you hate networking? Do you want to learn how to network more effectively in less time? Networking Effectively: How to Build Your Network for Career Success shows you how fast and easy it is to build a quality network that will benefit you many times throughout your career. Discover: How to network genuinely and authentically, without painful small talk Who should be in your professional network (It's more than you think) How to keep your network 'fresh' so it's easy to tap when you need it How to reach out to people you haven't spoken to in years without any awkwardness What to do if you resigned or were asked to leave What to say to everyone in your network How to grow your network by leaps and bounds How to network on LinkedIn without the mistakes most people make How to manage aggressively growing your network if you're an introvert
©2015 Peggy McKee (P)2016 Peggy McKee
How to Work with Recruiters Effectively
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What's the most powerful place you can be in as a job seeker? The most powerful place you can be as a job seeker is having someone the company knows and trusts marketing you for the job - that someone is a recruiter. Recruiters speed up your job search and open doors for your career you didn't even know existed. Having a recruiter on your side puts you at the front of the line for the plum jobs in your field. Peggy McKee and Carl Chapman, both long-time recruiters, tell you everything you need to know to find a recruiter and get them to market you for top jobs. What This Audiobook Will Do For You: Written by recruiters for anyone who wants a job, or a better job, this book will show you: How to find recruiters who are right for you. How to make recruiters want to submit you for great jobs. What mistakes job seekers make every day that shut them out of opportunities. How to use recruiters to get the job. What Kinds of Tips Are In This Book? Types of recruiters you should be familiar with: How recruiters work with job seekers. Whether you are a good candidate for a recruiter (and how to become one if you are currently not). How to find recruiters appropriate for you. What will make recruiters love you and market you to employers. Who This Book Is For: Everyone! If you are in a job search now, or want to get better and better opportunities throughout your career, you need to understand how to leverage the considerable power of recruiters.
©2014 Peggy McKee & Carl Chapman (P)2014 Peggy McKee & Carl Chapman
Blockchain: Uncovering Blockchain Technology, Cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin, and the Future of Money
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The blockchain revolution has arrived and is here to stay! Remember how fast smart phones evolved, and these days if you do not have one you feel you are missing out? blockchain technology, which fuels cryptocurrency, is a revolution at the same level that smart phones once was! Did you know that a $100 investment in a cryptocurrency could have made you over $400,000? This audiobook, Blockchain: Uncovering Blockchain Technology, Cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin, and the Future of Money, is an in-depth guide on blockchain technology and cryptocurrency, including Bitcoin. You will be amazed what is uncovered in this audiobook! Discover all there is to know about the blockchain revolution! Like many, as Bitcoin rose to prominence, I decided to stay on the sidelines. Within a short time, this one cryptocurrency climbed in value to new highs each and every month. I would look at how much a single Bitcoin was trading for and think to myself, "I wish I had invested earlier." Two years ago, I did some research and concluded that there is still money to be made. Today, I'm proud to say that there is still a lot of profit left on the table for those that wish to enter the digital economy. The intention of this audiobook is to give you a summary on the world of cryptocurrencies and to provide you with all of the basic information that you need to get invested and start to provide a better economic future for you and your family. We are the precipice of a revolution on the way the world treats the monetary policy as a whole. There will be rapid changes in the coming years, and you will want to be an early adopter of what is sure to be a great source of income for the few that decide to learn about the digital economy and get a head start. Listen and you will discover the secret underground economy arising in the form of cryptocurrencies. The technology might seem complicated; it might appear out of your area of expertise, but the truth is that this niche market is not that difficult to understand. With my explanations, you will have a clear picture of how the digital economy works today, how to profit from it, and where it is going in the future. In this audiobook, you will find: An explanation of blockchain technology designed for beginners and written by an expert Tips and strategies to earn real income through blockchain-backed currencies A guide designed around the concept of teaching others how to realize profits form cryptocurrencies A list of the best currencies to invest in, with advice about where to start and how to make the greatest possible profit A detailed explanation of how to create a mining rig, along with everything you need to know about the hardware and components, including the associated costs
©2017 Alan Wright (P)2017 Alan Wright
The Great Book of Basketball: Interesting Facts and Sports Stories
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Are you looking for one of the NBA's best basketball books? One that is chock full of sports stories, like how the ABA influenced today’s NBA game? Or maybe random facts about the 1992 NBA Dream Team? Well, look no further. Proudly presenting The Great Book of Basketball, full of trivia questions that deal with six decades of stories that will make for fun listening and maybe create a couple of bar bets or two. And hopefully, maybe settle one or two in your favor. This is sure to be one of the best NBA basketball books out there, whether you’re in the mood to learn about how Julius Erving shifted the landscape of the ABA or digging in on the Celtics dynasties of the 1950 and 1960s. This audiobook has a little bit of everything and goes beyond the surface of simply what was popular. And did we mention trivia questions? Of course we did! And they aren’t your run of the mill, everyone knows the answer off the top of their head sports trivia. You’ll be challenged, you’ll kick yourself for not knowing an answer or two, but you definitely won’t be bored by these questions. Whether it’s learning about "The Dunk of Death" or a little more about the early pioneers of the NBA, The Great Book of Basketball has a little something for everyone who is a fan of the orange roundie. From MJ to Magic and from LeBron to Larry Legend, there’s some stories and stats that will make you think and make you laugh. So get your copy of The Great Book of Basketball today!
©2017 LAK Publishing (P)2018 LAK Publishing
Lonesome Justice
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Need Help. In Presidio. Jake Clay Barlow, Texas Ranger, never turned his back on a friend, and he wasn't starting now. After receiving the cryptic message from Jake Coleman, his good friend, and fellow Texas Ranger, he immediately headed west. But the reason he now finds himself staked out in a dry river bed in West Texas was his thoughts of the girl he met in Austin. He had ignored his first rule. Always be alert. His mind, occupied with smiling lips, blonde hair, and blue eyes, failed to register the desperados until they had the drop on him. Now, the searing West Texas sun beats down on his exposed skin with the intensity of a blacksmith's furnace. Pain hammers every inch of his body, not only from the sun but from the hundreds of giant red ants that are devouring him one tiny bite at a time. What kind of trouble is Jake in? Is he still waiting in Presidio? Most importantly, will Clay survive the sun and the ants to help his friend?
©2019 Donald L. Robertson (P)2020 Tantor
Dead Man's Gold
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Branson Hawk agrees to assist a beautiful woman retrieve her dead brother for burial back home, but the accidental death begins to look suspicious because a fortune in gold is missing. Hawk is thrown into a covert investigation with multiple suspects and danger at every turn. The deeper into the mystery he delves; the more he realizes that no one can be trusted. And the beautiful woman? Well, this is a story about US Marshal Branson Hawk. He always gets his man, but will he get the woman?
©2019 Randall Dale (P)2020 Tantor
The Great Book of Michigan
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What do you know about the Great Lakes State? There’s so much to learn about Michigan that even those who have lived in the state for years don’t know! In this trivia book, you’ll learn about the state’s history, pop culture, inventions, and so much more! In The Great Book of Michigan, you’ll find the answers to the following questions: How did Michigan get its name? Why is it known as the “Great Lakes State”? Which famous musicians were neighbors in Michigan? What major anatomical experiments took place in the state? Which famous twins were from the state? Which NBA legend had a hard time growing up in Michigan? Which sport originated from the Great Lakes State? Which city is believed to be cursed by a monster? What are some of the most haunted spots in Michigan? And so much more! This audiobook is filled with facts about Michigan. Some of the facts will be shocking. Others may be sad. Some will give you chills. But the one thing they all have in common is that they’re all interesting! Whether you think you already know all about Michigan or you don’t know anything about the Great Lakes State, you’re bound to learn something new. You’ll even impress your friends at your next trivia night! So, what are you waiting for? Buy the audiobook now to learn more about Michigan.
©2019 LAK Publishing (P)2020 LAK Publishing
The Great Book of Ohio: The Crazy History of Ohio with Amazing Random Facts & Trivia
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Want to learn more about the state of Ohio? How much do you really know about the Buckeye State? There’s so much to learn about the state that even natives don’t know! In this audiobook, you’ll learn more about Ohio’s history, pop culture, folklore, sports, and so much more! In The Great Book of Ohio, you’ll find the answers to the following questions: Why is Ohio called the “Buckeye State”? Why is Ohio known as the “Mother of Presidents”? Which superhero originated from the state? Which Ohio musicians went to high school together? What urban legends haunt the state? Which national sports league was formed in Ohio? And so much more! This audiobook is packed with trivia facts about Ohio. Some of the facts are surprising, some of them are strange, and some of them are goosebumps-inducing, but all of them are fascinating. You’ll learn everything you could have wondered about Ohio and then some. Whether you’re just learning about Ohio or you already think you’re an expert on the state, you’re bound to learn something new in each chapter. Your friends will be amazed at your knowledge during your next trivia night. Even your history teacher will be impressed!
©2018 LAK Publishing (P)2019 LAK Publishing
Jumping from Helicopters
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In 1967, at age 19, John Stillman - refusing to wait for the draft - voluntarily enlisted in the Army to aid his fellow countrymen in one of the most opposed involvements in our nation’s history: the Vietnam War. Quickly falling in love with the rush of being a paratrooper with the 101st Airborne, he believed his service would honorably help the South Vietnamese protect their country from the ruthless communist North and their Southern allies. But once in the volatile jungles of Vietnam, the merciless hunting and killing of the enemy, constant threat of landmines and booby traps, ambushes that could easily backfire, and deaths of his comrades made Stillman question how any man - if he survived - could ever return to his life as he’d known it. Written with John’s daughter, Lori Stillman, Jumping from Helicopters is a vivid and moving memoir that unearths 50 years of repressed memories with stunning accuracy and raw details. Interwoven with the author’s own journal entries, it is a story that will open your eyes to what these brave young men witnessed and endured and why they returned facing a lifetime of often unspoken unrest, persistent nightmares, and forced normalcy, haunting even the strongest of soldiers.
©2018 Lori Stillman (P)2019 Lori Stillman
The Great Book of Rock Trivia: Amazing Trivia, Fun Facts & the History of Rock and Roll
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Are you the type of rock fan who isn’t satisfied with simply listening to the radio? Sure, you enjoy it, but you want more. Do you look up the lyrics and wonder what they mean or if there is a story behind them? What on earth does “In-a-Gadda-Da-Vida” mean, anyway? We’ve got those answers for you in The Great Book of Rock Trivia! This book contains hundreds of riveting facts about your favorite rock songs. Do you want to know how your favorite group got together and who is really the brains behind the band? Whether you’re interested in what your favorite musicians like to do in their spare time, where they get the ideas for their music, or which artist had an exorcism in his home, you’re in for a treat. This book will satisfy your curiosity and help you impress your friends with your rock and roll knowledge. As easy to follow as a good drummer, this book will take you through the early years of rock and its development through the hippie era, the synthesizer-filled '80s, and the grunge age. You’ll hear about dramatic, absolutely hilarious, and downright odd moments during the concerts that shaped music history and defined generations. Whether you’re a passive listener of your friend’s rock playlists or a connoisseur of guitar riffs, you’re sure to learn something new that will increase your enjoyment of your favorite music. For an extra challenge, try the quizzes at the end of each chapter. So go ahead, open the cover and enter the world of rock!
©2018 LAK Publishing (P)2018 LAK Publishing
Moonlight and Mountains
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The author of the best-selling Rocky Mountain Saint series, B. N. Rundell, takes listeners on an epic journey in Book 4 of the Stonecroft Saga. Louisiana Territory had been the exclusive domain of Hudson's Bay Company and the North West Company, seeking to fill their larders with the riches of the uncharted wilderness. But into that territory came two friends, determined to explore and learn about this vast land, land that had seldom if ever had the footprint of a White man. With their journey already taking them through the lands of the Shawnee, Osage, Pawnee, Omaha, and more, they have finally come within sight of the Rocky Mountains, but their way is blocked by the Plains tribes of Arapaho, Ute, Shoshoni, Crow, and others. The challenges of the wilderness never cease, and each day brings unknown dangers and death dealing conflicts, and they are forced to find their way in the unknown wilderness....
©2020 B. N. Rundell (P)2020 Tantor
Did You Know This About World War II?
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Would you like to learn more about World War II? How much do you really know about World War II? There’s so much more to learn about World War II beyond what you probably learned in class or what you will get from a standard history book. In this book, you’ll find the answers to the following questions: What was “Operation Werewolf”? What role did Jeep, Mitsubishi, and Volkswagen play in the war? How many people died in the little talked about Battle of Luxembourg? Who was the “Sky Samurai”? When did the 82nd Airborne Division form? Who were the two most famous female pilots of World War II? Why does the name “Quisling” mean traitor? And so much more! This book is packed with trivia facts about World War II and written in a way that not only teaches you about some of the lesser known facts about the most important war of the 20th century, but also to test you on your knowledge of those facts. Some of the facts are surprising, some of them are strange, but all of them are fascinating and will keep you wanting to hear more! You’ll learn everything you could have wondered about World War II and then some. You might think you already know a lot about World War II, but I guarantee that the World War II Quiz Book will introduce you to new facts, people, and events. It will be like you were there fighting the battles on the Eastern Front, North Africa, and the Pacific. So, what are you waiting for? Listen to this book and discover the things you never learned about the Second World War but wish you had.
Public Domain (P)2020 LAK Publishing
The Great Book of 1990s Trivia: Crazy Random Facts and 90s Trivia
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In this nostalgic trivia book, we will revisit every fascinating storyline from the 1990s, a decade of evolving technology and science advances and shocking violence. Hear about monstrous natural disasters, police brutality, abuses of power by government officials, and rioting citizens who fought back against them. Discover the events that led to the end of the Cold War and the beginning of the war in the Middle East and instability between battling ethnic and religious groups around the world. Read how domestic terrorism made its way into the United States through foreign ideology and homegrown hatred. Here are some of the topics we will cover: Which Madonna video did MTV reject, and why was her book so controversial? Which two superstar rappers died when they got caught up in an East Coast vs. West Coast rap rivalry? What women dominated the country charts and crossed over to the Top 40? How did a cult complex in Texas catch on fire and burn to the ground, killing its occupants? How did a standoff between the FBI and an Idaho militia family end? How did a Virginia man lose his penis (no joke), and which boxer had his ear bitten by Mike Tyson in the ring? What led to rioting in Los Angeles, and what court case became the "Trial of the Century?" What nations were involved in genocide, and how were they stopped? This book answers the key questions you might have from the 1990s. You’ll hear gripping tales from tragic moments to soaring victories that brought huge headlines in the 1990s, as well as facts that you might have forgotten. Are you ready for some nostalgia? Then buy this book and dig in.
©2018 LAK Publishing (P)2019 LAK Publishing
The World War 1 Trivia Book
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Welcome to World War I, formerly known as the “Great War”, where men fought and died in trenches and did whatever they could to avoid chemical weapon attacks. You may have read a few things about World War One or remember some things from your history classes, but this book is here to help fill in the blanks. Get ready to learn all about World War One, from the ideologies and complex geo-political alliances that led to war, to how average soldiers tried to deal with life in the trenches. This book will bring to life some of the most important battles, but it will also go far beyond that to how the war ended and how it continued to linger on for many, especially those with PTSD.
You’ll learn:
What roles did nationalism, colonialism, and the European alliance structure play in the start of the war?
Who thought that trench warfare was a good idea?
Why did the Germans wear those spiked helmets?
How did chemical warfare get introduced and what role did it play?
How did the rise of communism seriously affect the course of the war?
Each chapter of our trivia books is broken up into 15 short sections that will introduce you to major players, major ideas, and sometimes weird stories. Unlike your high school history teacher, we’re not going to put you to sleep with the names of a million generals, or an endless line of dates, but instead we’ll show you the war from a series of different perspectives and themes. To go along with the 15 short breakdowns of the war, every chapter also ends with 20 fun facts or bits of trivia, and five questions to test your knowledge on World War One.
So put on your pickelhaube, man the trenches, and get ready to learn....
©2019 LAK Publishing (P)2019 LAK Publishing