History buffs

Histories of the Unexpected by Sam Willis & James Daybell, Allen & Unwin

Did you know that a broad toothy grin was once considered the height of bad manners or that in times gone by an itch was linked to an imbalance of phlegm? Have you ever thought about the history of the paper clip or the stories behind chimneys? This intriguing tome takes an unexpected look at historical information, finding surprising links and developments through time.