Winner of Book of the Year at the Galaxy British Book Awards 2007.

If you have a copy of this then you know that it is an essential addition to every household in the land.  Quite the most brilliant book of hints, trivia, information, general knowledge and downright fun to have been published for ages.  Beautifully produced and great to dip into, read aloud or share, it should be the Christmas present for all fathers, uncles, sons, grandfathers, boyfriends et al.  Personally I’d give it to the ladies too! (only the title might upset them).

Synopsis

How many other books will help you thrash someone at conkers, race your own go-cart, and identify the best quotations from Shakespeare? The Dangerous Book for Boys gives you facts and figures at your fingertips - swot up on the solar system, learn about famous battles and read inspiring stories of incredible courage and bravery. Teach your old dog new tricks. Make a pinhole camera. Understand the laws of cricket. There's a whole world out there: with this book, anyone can get out and explore it.

The Dangerous Book for Boys is written with the verve and passion that readers of Conn Iggulden's number one bestselling novels have come to expect. This book, his first non-fiction work, has been written with his brother as a celebration of the long summers of their youth and as a compendium of information so vital to men of all ages. Lavishly designed and fully illustrated in colour and black and white throughout, it's set to be a perfect gift for Father's Day and beyond.

Chapters in The Dangerous Book for Boys include: The Seven Ancient Wonders of the World, Conkers, Laws of Football, Dinosaurs, Fishing, Juggling, Timers and Tripwires, Kings and Queens, Famous Battles, Spies, Making Crystals, Insects and Spiders, Astronomy, Girls, The Golden Age of Piracy, Secret Inks, Patron Saints of Britain, Skimming Stones, Dog Tricks, Making a Periscope, Coin Tricks, Marbles, Artillery, The Origin of Words and The Solar System.

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About the Author

Born in London, Conn Iggulden read English at London University and worked as a teacher for seven years before becoming a full-time writer. He is the author of the number one bestselling Emperor series, the book of 2007, The Dangerous Book for Boys and now the number one bestselling author of the Conqueror series. Conn Iggulden lives in Hertfordshire with his wife and their children.   Author photo © Ben Gold More books by this author Author 'Like for Like' recommendation