Ponder, if you will ...
What is the difference between a kit and a caboodle?
Why don't people get goose bumps on their faces?
Where do houseflies go in the winter?
What causes that ringing sound in your ears?
Pop-culture guru David Feldman demystifies these topics and so much more in Why Do Clocks Run Clockwise? -- the unchallenged source of answers to civilization's most nagging questions. Part of the Imponderables® series and charmingly illustrated by Kassie Schwan, Why Do Clocks Run Clockwise? challenges readers with the knowledge about everyday life that encyclopedias, dictionaries, and almanacs just don't have. And think about it, where else are you going to get to the bottom of why hot dogs come ten to a package while hot dog buns come in eights?
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"For the girl who's always asking why[return]Is the inscription my mother put in this book before giving it to a fourteen-year-old me. This series has answered many questions for me and prompted many more. It's truly fascinating and well written."
— Molly (4 out of 5 stars)
“The format is ingenious, taking all passivity out of the listening experience…listeners young and old will enjoy this truly interactive audio game show.”
— AudioFile" 1173rd - 2011 "
— Indah, 2/5/2014" My favorite bathroom reading book filled with different information. "
— montree, 2/4/2014" Although some of the question is not interesting,It was a good book. I got information like why do donuts have holes? "
— Kiana, 2/3/2014" As I recall, nowhere near as entertaining or informative as I expected. "
— Joanna, 1/27/2014" Interesting book for trivia fans. Some of the information is a bit dated now but I learned a few things from the book. "
— Deborah, 1/26/2014" Ever have a question that you've ALWAY wanted to know? Read this book...it has some pretty awesome facts! "
— Kyleah, 1/26/2014" Informative and quirky. "
— Lori, 1/23/2014" I picked up this book at a Goodwill in Phoenix for a buck. I love these kinds of books where people pose questions and the author tracks down the answers. I think I like the Straight Dope guy's writing style a little more. "
— Needleroozer, 1/15/2014" Another book I enjoyed reading. Although there were many questions related to the American culture, the overall knowledge made the book worth reading. "
— Mahmoud, 1/4/2014" This is a fun one for when you have nothing else to do. Great for long car rides to keep the driver awake. "
— Matt, 1/3/2014" Some interesting facts. An easy read. "
— Rgauthie, 12/5/2013" I love factoids and trivia and figured I would like this book (I picked it up for free somewhere). It was interesting, but dated. "
— Susie, 11/30/2013" Gee whiz for trivia nuts and those who want to know something different. "
— Don, 11/29/2013" It can be repetitive if you read it all at once, but it's fun to read it for short periods of time and entertaining "
— Ricardo, 9/8/2013" Answers to interesting questions. This is a great 850-905 book. "
— Lafcadio, 8/28/2013" This book was EXTREMELY interesting. It explained some things that people will randomly ponder about. "
— Colleen, 8/2/2013" For any of you who cant go a day of life without wondering about nonsense that makes a lot of sense, this is a great book to read. "
— Meems, 6/20/2013" My mom got this book for me when i was in the seventh grade, not a bad read. Some interesting tidbits. "
— James, 6/10/2013" Full of interesting trivia. "
— A, 4/13/2013" This series is really aimed at Abe and kids like him who really want to know how things work--budding engineers "
— Catherine, 2/1/2013" This book would have received another star if I had remembered the answer to the title question. "
— Tien, 1/12/2013" A quick and dirty compilation of random questions and answers that I found fascinating, engaging, and a speedy read. "
— Huma, 11/23/2012" Very informative and fun! "
— Alex, 9/19/2012" Lots of satiristic comedy in this book, full of trivia! "
— Cassidy, 8/25/2012" I found this 20 year old book in a storage box and started flipping through it. I ended up reading the whole book because I have a thing for (useless?) trivia. "
— Heather, 9/17/2011" This book was EXTREMELY interesting. It explained some things that people will randomly ponder about. "
— Colleen, 3/25/2011" Answers to interesting questions. This is a great 850-905 book. "
— Lafcadio, 3/24/2011" Ever have a question that you've ALWAY wanted to know? Read this book...it has some pretty awesome facts! "
— Kyleah, 2/21/2011" Lots of satiristic comedy in this book, full of trivia! "
— Cassidy, 8/3/2010" My mom got this book for me when i was in the seventh grade, not a bad read. Some interesting tidbits. "
— James, 6/14/2010" My favorite bathroom reading book filled with different information. "
— montree, 9/21/2009" I found this 20 year old book in a storage box and started flipping through it. I ended up reading the whole book because I have a thing for (useless?) trivia. "
— Heather, 9/6/2008" As I recall, nowhere near as entertaining or informative as I expected. "
— Joanna, 5/9/2008David Feldman is the author of the Imponderables® volumes. He has a master’s degree in popular culture from Bowling Green State University in Ohio and consults and lectures on the media. He lives in New York City.