Need hope? Lightbulb Moments In Human History's wry look at humanity's big ideas proves that while times are tough, we're not going to hell in a handbasket.
Need hope? Lightbulb Moments In Human History's wry look at humanity's big ideas proves that while times are tough, we're not going to hell in a handbasket.
Ancient (general), Archaeology, World
Lightbulb Moments in Human History tracks humanity’s big ideas and the eccentricities of those who conceived them. Along the way you’ll find answers to questions such as: Why did the Sumerians have temple prostitutes? Just how psychotic was the God of the Old Testament? Why did parents in ancient Greece encourage their young sons to take older male lovers? And what on earth inspired the Mayans to have tobacco enemas? Funny. Irreverent. Never boring. This is not the history you were taught in school. Scott Edwin Williams’ Lightbulb Moments in Human History engages, entertains, and provides hope that while times are tough, we’re not all going to hell in a handbasket.
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Here’s your chance to learn and enjoy Big History in a slightly 'deranged' romp. ~ Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, Australian science communicator, author, and populariser
... quirky, interesting and fun and makes history accessible to myriad readers. Take a walk through history's finest moments and find the answers to the questions you were never able to ask! ~ Sarah-Beth Watkins, Bestselling author of Tudor non-fiction
Imagine a modern-style telly history program. Add more wit and humour. Then add intermissions to break the flow with brief interludes of author’s own experiences with written history. Finally, replace the visuals with some old-style illustration spiced with comic narrative. [F]or those seeking excitement the book also includes: Kama Sutra! Vestal Virgins! Gladiators! Ancient spaceships! Bloody murders! Well done and carry on with the series! ~ Mika Paananen, https://painmike.com/2022/05/30/a-book-review-lightbulb-moments-in-human-history-from-cave-to-colosseum/
Excellent! Fun, educational and interesting - a great combination. ~ Krystina Kellingley, Author of Mistflower - The Loneliest Mouse
What can I say about Scott Edwin Williams’ Lightbulb Moments in Human History? Not only does he admirably trace the continuity of history up to the present day, but he connects it to current cultural references and he’s hilarious! ~ Sheila E. Young , Author of 'Mac', https://www.tiktok.com/@sheilaeyoung/video/7110786971613531398?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7092606702071612929
