Curiosity drives us all, from little children at play to scientists exploring the universe. Solving puzzles is satisfying, and yet it is the mysterious that offers a unique, irresistible thrill: the hint at worlds beyond our own, of larger stories and hidden truths. Collected here are classic mysteries from across time and space, chosen for their enduringly enigmatic nature, from ancient riddles of the sands to modern-day oddities in the sky.
• What was the true identity of the young man who in 1828 wandered into Nuremberg without a past?
• What do the strange markings on a 5,000-year-old South American bowl mean for our most fundamental beliefs about the history of civilization?
• How is it possible for a wanted fugitive to leap from a passenger plane over American soil with a suitcase full of stolen money, and evade capture or identification for over 40 years?
These and many other fascinating tales are told, with concise but thorough reviews of the background, evidence, and theories behind each one. As well, Unsolved Mysteries is beautifully illustrated with more than 120 photographs, paintings, illustrations, and maps.
Curiosity drives us all, from little children at play to scientists exploring the universe. Solving puzzles is satisfying, and yet it is the mysterious that offers a unique, irresistible thrill: the hint at worlds beyond our own, of larger stories and hidden truths. Collected here are classic mysteries from across time and space, chosen for their enduringly enigmatic nature, from ancient riddles of the sands to modern-day oddities in the sky.
• What was the true identity of the young man who in 1828 wandered into Nuremberg without a past?
• What do the strange markings on a 5,000-year-old South American bowl mean for our most fundamental beliefs about the history of civilization?
• How is it possible for a wanted fugitive to leap from a passenger plane over American soil with a suitcase full of stolen money, and evade capture or identification for over 40 years?
These and many other fascinating tales are told, with concise but thorough reviews of the background, evidence, and theories behind each one. As well, Unsolved Mysteries is beautifully illustrated with more than 120 photographs, paintings, illustrations, and maps.
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ISBN-13: | 9781435162525 |
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Publisher: | Metro Books |
Publication date: | 07/04/2016 |
Pages: | 256 |
Sales rank: | 44,272 |
Product dimensions: | 6.70(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.80(d) |
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