Qi by John Lloyd

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.