This is an auction for 1001 HORRIBLE FACTS by Anne Rooney.

Why am I listing this book for sale on Trade Me?

Because of this fact alone: "King Louis XIV of France's feet started to rot in his old age. A servant found a toe that had fallen off into one of the king's socks."

A book with facts like this in it is to be treasured. - DH

Amazon.com reviews:

"Got a thirst for knowledge of all things nasty? Then this book is for you! A team of cartoon characters guides you through a feast of facts so horrible they’re hard to believe. Featuring gross truths about the human body, food, animals, history, science, and even world records in horribleness, it’s a real education in all things rotten ."

"FIVE STARS! Loved it. An awesome book full of macabre and ghoulish facts. Although it would seem from the layout to be for kids, maybe it would be better for teens."

"FIVE STARS!! Fantastic and entertaining. I really whizzed through this and the kids in the family with learning issues found this easily digestible and a great read."

"FIVE STARS! My middle school students LOVE this book! I post a fact a day on the board. Definite encourages reading!"

"FIVE STARS!! Which of Henry VIII's wives had a third nipple? All of your horribly, grotesque curiosities shall be answered here in "1,001 Horrible Facts". An aside for parents: the "Horrible History" section is really vicious. Maybe not suitable for especially sensitive youngsters!"

More very favourable reviews on Amazon.com.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Anne Rooney has a PhD in medieval literature from Trinity College, Cambridge. She has written many books for adults and children on a variety of subjects, including science and history.

Paperback 2006.

156 pages.

Good condition.

The cost of shipping is $8.95.

Yes, I will combine purchases to save on shipping costs.

There is of course no charge for shipping if you collect this book from my shop in Palmerston North following the auction.

Payment within seven days, please.