The Chain Of Curiosity

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Chain Of Curiosity
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Sandi Toksvig
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:320
Dimensions(mm): Height 215,Width 136
Category/GenreReportage and collected journalism
Humour
ISBN/Barcode 9781847443458
ClassificationsDewey:001.94
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Little, Brown Book Group
Imprint Sphere
Publication Date 5 November 2009
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Sandi Toksvig - broadcaster, writer, actor, and seeker of all things whimsical, has turned her probing mind to many of the most intriguing questions of our times in the pages of the Sunday Telegraph for many years. Now, for the very first time, these musings have been collected in one hilarious collection. In The Chain of Curiosity, Sandi takes the reader on a side-splitting journey through life s peculiarities in a book packed with wit, wisdom and wonderment. From pondering the joys of World Pencil Day to examining the intricacies of applause etiquette, and from tip-toeing around the delicate art of school report vocabulary to researching the oddest way to meet a sticky end, the tickling tidbits and intriguing revelations contained within the book will delight Sandi s fans, both old and new.

Author Biography

After leaving Cambridge, Sandi Toksvig went into the theatre as a writer and performer and was a founder member of the Comedy Store Players. Well known for her television and radio work as a presenter, writer and actor, she has written nine books for children and six for adults.

Reviews

Inspires . . . wonderment and gentle chortles - Independent