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TRUE STORIES AND FASCINATING FACTS: THE 1950s: E-BOOK EDITION

TRUE STORIES AND FASCINATING FACTS: THE 1950s: E-BOOK EDITION (Decades of True Stories and Fascinating Facts)

by Jonny Katz

FBT review:

Introducing "True Stories and Fascinating Facts: The 1950s," the perfect eBook for readers who love engaging non-fiction. Immerse yourself in a decade full of captivating stories and intriguing historical events. From the infamous "Shot Heard 'Round the World" to the rise and fall of Senator Joe McCarthy, this book covers a wide range of topics, including popular culture, sports, science, medicine, technology, and major news events.

Author Jonny Katz delves into the untold stories and forgotten facts of the 1950s. Discover the secrets behind Audrey Hepburn's Academy Award-winning performance, the establishment of NASA, and the beginnings of the cop show genre. You'll also find interesting tidbits about the famous Hope Diamond, the first nations in NATO, and a challenging photo contest featuring celebrities from the era.

With its large print font size and engaging content, "True Stories and Fascinating Facts: The 1950s" is suitable for readers of all ages. Boost your attention span, enhance your memory, and reduce stress by diving into this captivating book. Perfect for fans of indie titles, this eBook will leave you entertained and inspired. Don't miss out on this must-read volume for history buffs and trivia enthusiasts alike.

Publisher Description:

A New, Exciting Book of True Stories and Fascinating Facts all about the 1950s

The True Stories in This Book Cover Interesting People and Events in Popular Culture; Sports; Science, Medicine and Technology; and the News.

Here are a Few of the Story Titles:

The “Shot Heard ‘Round the World”
Are You or Have You Ever Been Senator Joe McCarthy?
Big, Shiny, and Electric
Wedding of the Century
The Cop Show that Started it All
Morey Bernstein’s Quest

In the This and That Section you’ll discover facts about other important events of the decade.

Whatever happened to the famous Hope Diamond?

Who were the first nations in NATO?

When was NASA established?

What film earned Audrey Hepburn an Academy Award in 1954?

What film won the Best Picture Oscar in 1953?

What was “The Day the Music Died?

Who was the “Greatest Swimmer of All Time?

The writer, Jonny Katz has also included a photo challenge. Can you name these celebrities from the 1950s?

At the end of the book, you’ll find some almanac information about each year from 1950-1959.

This book is presented in a large print font size (18 point), which makes it perfect for seniors, people with close-vision difficulty, or anyone who likes the relaxation offered by the larger font size.

Reading trivia and fact books comes with some amazing mental and social benefits:

Improves Attention Span

Enhances Memory

Helps Retain Mental Health

Reduces Stress

Sharing Trivia Creates a Sense of Connectedness

Buy this book now for yourself, a friend, or a loved-one. (You’ll be glad you did.)

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