A Pointless History of the World

Could you be a Pointless champion this Christmas?

(Author) Richard Osman
Format: Paperback
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A festive treat filled with quiz questions, trivia, witty facts and longer stand-up style pieces from the stars of the hit BBC quiz show Pointless. A Pointless History of the World is a journey through time pulling out some of the most 'pointless', comedic and interesting events - from the obvious to the obscure - and combines brilliant quiz content from the show with Richard and Xander's own brilliantly funny and incredibly intelligent quick-witted stand-up style writing. Interactive, hilarious and jam-packed full of quiz questions that will have every Pointless fan vying to be crowned the Pointless champion in their own household this Christmas.

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Publisher:
Hodder & Stoughton
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781473623248
Publish year:
2017
Publish date:
June 1, 2017
Richard Osman
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Richard Osman

Richard Osman is a British author, television presenter, and producer, best known for his crime novels and work on UK television. Born on November 28, 1970, in Essex, England, Osman gained fame as the creator and co-host of the quiz show Pointless. His debut novel, The Thursday Murder Club (2020), became an international bestseller, launching a beloved crime series praised for its wit and charm. Known for his engaging storytelling, Osman’s books have sold millions of copies worldwide, solidifying his place as a leading contemporary author.

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