Useless Knowledge about Europe - Curious facts and amazing details about the countries of Europe

Mia Mirillia

Sinopsis

"Useless Knowledge about Europe" is more than just a book - it is an extraordinary treasure trove filled with the most amazing, bizarre and unexpected facts about the diverse continent of Europe. From the coasts of Portugal to the Ural Mountains in Russia, from the midnight sun of Norway to the Mediterranean warmth of Spain, discover Europe like never before.

Did you know that Estonia is the country with the highest number of Internet users per capita? Or that there are more sheep than people in Ireland? Did you know that Croatia is home to the oldest inhabited house in the world, or that Liechtenstein is the only country that lies entirely in the Alps? All this and much more is contained in this indispensable reference work.

Each chapter focuses on a different country, revealing both common knowledge and obscure details that might surprise even the most seasoned traveler. The book is gorgeously illustrated and written in an easy-to-understand way, making learning fun and surprising readers time and time again.

Whether you are an avid traveler, a trivia buff or simply curious about the world around you, "Useless Knowledge of Europe" will have you wondering, smiling and thinking on every page. It is a must for every library, a perfect gift and an inexhaustible source of entertainment.

Expand your horizons, surprise your friends with your impressive knowledge and discover how diverse and surprising Europe can be. "Unnützes Wissen über Europa" is more than just a book - it is a journey through the continent that will inspire you again and again. Immerse yourself in this incredible world and let yourself be carried away by the fascination of Europe!

Disponible desde: 11/11/2023.

Humanidades y ciencias sociales

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