Description
"Emily magically weaves a vibrant history of simple everyday objects we often take for granted. The Story Behind will surprise and delight..." Deana Marie, Creator & Host of the Twisted Philly podcast
#1 Best Seller in Trivia & Fun Facts, Art History, Design History & Criticism, Reference, Decorative Arts & Design, and History of Technology
Learn the fascinating history and trivia you never knew about things we use daily, from the host of The Story Behind podcast.
Everyday objects and major events in history. Every single thing that surrounds us has a story behind it. Many of us learn the history of humans and the major inventions that shaped our world. But what you may not have learned is the history of objects we surround ourselves with every day. You might not even know how the major events in history (World Wars, ancient civilizations, revolutions, etc.) influenced the inventions of things we use today.
The history and science behind the ordinary. From the creator of The Story Behind podcast comes one of the coolest coffee table books ever written. The Story Behind provides insight into everyday objects we don't think much about as we use them. Topics covered in Emily's podcast are examined in more detail along with new fascinating topics. Learn how lollipops got started in Ancient Egypt, how podcasts were invented, and why Comic Sans was created. Learn the torture device origins of certain exercise equipment and the espionage beginnings of certain musical instruments. Ordinary things from science to art, food to sports, customs to fashion, and more are explored.
Inside:
- Learn obscure history and fun facts and change the way you see the world
- Discover how major historic events still affect us today
- Become a formidable trivia master
If you have enjoyed books such as Now I Know, What If?, Ever Wonder Why?, The Greatest Stories Never Told, or Atlas Obscura; you will be entertained by The Story Behind.
Based off an already-popular podcast, The Stpry Behind, which is #1 on Itunes and gets over 150 downloads per episode. Chapters are small, easily digestible, and independent of one another. It's a good book for coffee tables, bathrooms, coffee shops, and waiting rooms. Appeals to the millennial crowd who like pop information and history. Both the podcast and uthor has a growing following on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Author Emily is networked in with other podcasters who have already had her on their shows or can book her on their shows to promote the book. Podcaster and author Emily is also one of the top puzzle editors and creators!
About the Author
Emily Peck Prokop received her B.S. in Journalism from Southern Connecticut State University, and is currently a podcast producer and editor. When she discovered podcasting as a hobby, she finally found an outlet for the random information she collected that she loved to randomly bring up in conversations. While she never considered herself a history buff, she found it was easier to remember when put into the context of fascinating stories related to things that came about in today's world. She's been featured in numerous podcasts and enjoys getting behind the mic whenever she can. She lives in Connecticut with her husband, two kids, and two cats -- all of whom get tired of hearing her start sentences with "I learned on a podcast ..."
Book Information
ISBN 9781633538283
Author Emily Prokop
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint Mango Media
Publisher Mango Media
