The Great British Book of Useless Facts Nothing You Ever Wanted to Know about Britain

*The Ultimate Book of Great British Trivia*Did you know a London black-cab driver must memorise thousands of streets before earning their licence? That millions of Pot Noodles are eaten every year in Britain? Or that one king once ordered everyone to go to bed at 8pm?From eccentric monarchs and bizarre laws to curious traditions, legendary sporting moments and wonderfully pointless statistics, this entertaining collection is packed with the most fascinating, surprising and downright absurd facts from around Great Britain. Whether you're a history buff, a pub quiz champion or simply someone who loves discovering strange snippets of knowledge, you'll find hundreds of remarkable stories, little-known truths and curious idiosyncrasies about the nation we call home. Inside you'll uncover:- Extraordinary facts about Britain's kings, queens and politicians- Strange and surprising moments from British history- Curious traditions and customs from across the country- Amazing statistics about British life, food, transport and sport- Quirky stories about famous writers, inventors and national treasures- Unbelievable failures, mishaps and eccentric achievements that could only happen in BritainFunny, informative and endlessly browsable, this is the perfect book to dip into whenever you need a conversation starter, a pub quiz edge or simply a reminder of just how weird and wonderful Great Britain really is. Packed with hundreds of fascinating facts, bizarre stories and brilliant trivia, this is a celebration of the people, places and peculiarities that make Britain unlike anywhere else on Earth.