From Homer to Harry Potter, from Chaucer to "Charlotte's Web," a compelling book of quizzes on history's most influential literary works and writers Did a whale named "Mocha Dick" inspire Melville's masterpiece? Who was the first poet to speak at a presidential inauguration? Which French-speaking high school football star shook up the literary world?
Do you freeze when someone mentions Faulkner? When the conversation turns to the Odyssey, do you want to take a hike? Have no fear. For years, Kenneth C. Davis's "New York Times" bestselling Don't Know Much About(R) books have enlightened and enthralled us with a winning blend of fascinating facts and wonderfully irreverent fun. Now he sets his sights on our literary IQ in "Don't Know Much About(R) Literature." With this rich treasure trove of knowledge and intriguing information about the world's great books and authors, Kenneth Davis and his daughter, Jenny, demystify "Dracula," capture Kafka, and help you brush up on your BrontE in the inimitable and endlessly entertaining Don't Know Much About(R) style.
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From Homer to Harry Potter, from Chaucer to "Charlotte's Web," a compelling book of quizzes on history's most influential literary works and writers Did a whale named "Mocha Dick" inspire Melville's masterpiece? Who was the first poet to speak at a presidential inauguration? Which French-speaking high school football star shook up the literary world?
Do you freeze when someone mentions Faulkner? When the conversation turns to the Odyssey, do you want to take a hike? Have no fear. For years, Kenneth C. Davis's "New York Times" bestselling Don't Know Much About(R) books have enlightened and enthralled us with a winning blend of fascinating facts and wonderfully irreverent fun. Now he sets his sights on our literary IQ in "Don't Know Much About(R) Literature." With this rich treasure trove of knowledge and intriguing information about the world's great books and authors, Kenneth Davis and his daughter, Jenny, demystify "Dracula," capture Kafka, and help you brush up on your BrontE in the inimitable and endlessly entertaining Don't Know Much About(R) style.
Imprint | HarperPaperbacks |
Country of origin | United States |
Series | Don't Know Much about |
Release date | July 2009 |
Availability | Supplier out of stock. If you add this item to your wish list we will let you know when it becomes available. |
First published | July 2009 |
Authors | Kenneth C Davis |
Dimensions | 203 x 135 x 14mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback - Trade |
Pages | 240 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-06-171980-6 |
Barcode | 9780061719806 |
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LSN | 0-06-171980-3 |