strange bedfellows

Here are 2 books I never expected to see sitting right next to each other on the same short list:

'Politically Incorrect...' by Thomas Woods

Almost everything you know about American history is wrong, because most textbooks and popular history books are written by left-wing academic historians who treat their biases as fact. But fear not, Professor Thomas Woods has written the perfect antidote. This delightful book is funny and inviting, but factually sound. It shatters the myths about American history by separating fact from fiction. A treasure trove of facts, both shocking and trivial.

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'The New York Times Guide to Essential Knowledge'

'The New York Times Guide to Essential Knowledge' includes insightful sidebars by Times writers, and covers major categories including art, astronomy, business, sports, history, medicine, philosophy, photography, biology, film, and much more! This one volume is designed to offer more information than any other book on the most popular subjects as well as providing easy-to-access data vital for everyday living. It is the only comprehensive reference book to include authoritative, engaging, in-depth essays from experts in almost every field of endeavor, with innovative cross-referencing to allow for even greater understanding.

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