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Ian Harrison compiles a wide-ranging survey of the modern world in *Earth*, offering an engaging look at human curiosities and our planet’s most extraordinary phenomena. Readers discover quirky urban legends, the science behind common phobias, and the stories of athletes who push the limits of endurance. Written with humor and accessible insight, the book serves as a handy guide to the unexpected wonders of 21st‑century civilization.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: Ian Harrison
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