Kiwi recommended The Curious Guide to Things That Aren't, by John D. Fixx and James E. Fixx with illustrations by Abby Carter. There are many things to enjoy about this book! The idea started with the father (in 1959) and was finished by the son. Then, there are clues for the 'thing that isn't' so you can guess what it might be, followed by a definition or definitions, some of which are obscure (so that adds a bit of history, right)? It is a sort of 'hidden' alphabet book as there is an entry for all 26 letters. And finally, there are the gentle illustrations. I'm calling them that because they are not brash, or 'in your face' .... just nice pictures, often with a clue, that just fit the text perfectly.

Here's another fun travel book ... 'armchair' for me, but the real thing for others! Film and TV Locations: a Spotter's Guide is a Lonely Planet book. There are pictures, location, and a description for dozens of places where movies or TV shows were filmed. I was not familiar with as many as I thought I'd be and this was still a great read. :-)

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