Fascinating Facts That Will Change How You See the Past (and More!)
The universe is full of weird and wonderful stories—many of which don’t make it into textbooks or documentaries.
History: In his lively and eclectic book, “Important Things That You Need to Know!” Robert Lawrence Plunkett invites readers to step into the quirky side of history, offering a mix of mind-blowing facts and entertaining trivia.
But here’s the twist—Plunkett’s book isn’t just about history. It’s a treasure chest of little-known facts designed to spark curiosity, entertain, and make you think twice about the world around you. Ready to explore?
Let’s dive into some of the most intriguing historical nuggets from the book—and a few surprises along the way!
History’s Weirdest Moments
Presidents have said some strange things, and there are quotes for all of them except the most recent ones for whom it is too soon.
One said, when shown the telephone, “That’s an amazing invention, but who would ever want to use one?”
Another, when shown an early railroad, said, “Railroad carriages are pulled at the enormous speed of 15 miles per hour by engines which, in addition to endangering life and limb of passengers, roar and snort their way through the countryside, setting fire to the crops, scaring the livestock, and frightening women and children. The Almighty certainly never intended that people should travel at such break-neck speed.”
What Andrew Jackson said when he was shot in the chest and not only survived but shot his opponent to death.
History’s Lesser-Known but Fascinating Facts
Why should Napoleon have turned left and Hitler should have turned right?
More Than Just History: Trivia That’ll Blow Your Mind
Robert Plunkett’s book isn’t just a history lesson—it’s a celebration of quirky, mind-expanding trivia from all walks of life. Did you know that men and women see colors differently? Or can you count to over a thousand on your fingers?
Why is our maximum life span longer than that of larger animals, including elephants and blue whales?
Plunkett’s trivia spans science, culture, and random oddities, leaving you questioning what you thought you knew.
Whether it’s the US motto that almost wasn’t or why time seems to speed up as we age, you’ll find yourself captivated by the fun and unexpected twists he shares.
Curiosity Never Gets Old
What makes Plunkett’s book truly special is his passion for uncovering the strange and unexpected. Ever the boy genius, his lifelong curiosity has led him to collect fascinating facts from around the globe.
In “Important Things That You Need to Know!”, he invites readers to join him on a journey of discovery—where history, science, and random trivia collide to create something much bigger than the sum of its parts.
So, next time you stumble across a fun fact realize that even the smallest tidbit of knowledge can change how you see the world!