John Lloyd
Books
This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.
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1. The Book Of General Ignorance
Everything You Think You Know Is Wrong
This enlightening and entertaining book challenges common misconceptions and debunks widely held myths, revealing the surprising truths behind what we often think we know. Through a series of intriguing questions and answers, it exposes the gaps in our general knowledge, covering a wide range of topics from history and science to language and culture. With a humorous and engaging style, it encourages readers to question their assumptions and embrace the joy of learning something new, reminding us that ignorance is more widespread than we might like to admit.
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2. Qi
A witty, fact-packed collection that overturns widely held misconceptions and delivers surprising, well-researched answers to everyday questions; short entries span history, science, language and culture, explaining why popular “facts” are wrong and replacing them with entertaining, often counterintuitive truths. Presented in a light, humorous tone, the book mixes rigorous debunking with playful anecdotes and odd trivia, celebrating curiosity and the pleasure of being properly informed.