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Guinness World Records 2017 Hardcover – August 30, 2016

by Guinness World Records (Author), Chris Hadfield (Introduction), Buzz Aldrin (Contributor)
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The ultimate annual book of records is back and crammed with more than ever before! Guinness World Records 2017 is bursting with all-new records on topics as diverse as black holes, domes, owls, and killer plants. Want to know the highest anyone has travelled on a skateboard, or the largest loop-the-loop completed in a car? Dying to know just how many tricks a cat can do in one minute? The answers to these questions and so much more are right inside.

New in this year’s edition are exciting infographic features exploring the fascinating details on topics such as animals, the human body, sports, and explorations. And of course all your favorite record categories are updated for 2017, such as the world’s new tallest dog! And as ever, our team of world-class photographers have traveled the globe to capture amazing images of the year’s most impressive record holders. Let us know your favorite!

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Want to be a record-breaker? Inside you’ll find challenges you can try in the back yard, in the kitchen, in your bedroom, or even in the gym. Who knows, you may become a world record holder yourself!

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  4. Language
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    9 x 1 x 12 inches
  6. Publisher
    Guinness World Records
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    August 30, 2016
  8. ISBN-10
    1910561339
  9. ISBN-13
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Gr 3 Up—The 2017 edition opens with a particular emphasis: a foreword by Buzz Aldrin, an interview with astronaut Chris Hadfield, and the first section focusing on space. The other sections cover topics such as humans, toys, architecture, science, and sports. Each page consists of numerous crisp full-color photos to accompany the remarkable facts. Some pages have "Did You Know" fact boxes. A vertical page spread, "Factographic," features eye-catching graphics and statistics. Teachers can use this volume during lessons to add interest on topics such as 3-D printing or Shakespeare, while students of all ages will be drawn to this offering to read alone or with friends. Parents and guardians will be tempted to peruse as well. VERDICT An engaging addition to most collections.—Beth McGuire, Hempfield Area School District, Greensburg, PA

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“As a middle school English teacher, I always keep a copy of the most current Guinness World Records book in my classroom. What I like best about Guinness World Records books is that my students don’t realize that they are actually learning when they read them. Guinness World Records has evolved over the years into a pop culture staple that readers of all ages can enjoy.” – Reader’s Favorite Book Reviews

“Loaded with thousands of 'officially amazing' facts and eye-popping photographs that will make young readers’ jaws drop.” – California Kids Magazine

“The Guinness World Records book is one of the few books that my entire family will read at one time or
another. One of us is always reading some extraordinary record we have to share with someone else.” – Mommy Blogger, 1 Stop Mom

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Guinness World Records; 2017th edition (August 30, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1910561339
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1910561331
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 7 - 12 years
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.55 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 1 x 12 inches
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    What’s the fastest game bird in Europe? This was the question that inspired the founding of Guinness World Records back in 1955. Starting with a single book published from a room above a gym, the iconic Guinness World Records annuals have sold over 150 million copies in over 40 languages in more than 100 countries.

    Today, GWR has grown to become a global multi-media brand, with offices in London, New York, Beijing, Tokyo and Dubai. We deliver world-class content, not just through books, but via TV shows, digital content and live events.

    Whatever the medium, our ultimate purpose is to make the world a more interesting, fun and positive place.

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The book was advertised as like new condition, and it absolutely was. I would 100% recommend the seller (BamaFanatic1). They were quick to ship and accurately described the condition.
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This is a classic, fantastic book. I bought a few copies for my office and it has brought glee, wonderment, and happiness to all who have traced their fingers over its glossy pages. I will never forget my own intrigue at earlier iterations. The world's richest man was not yet Bill Gates but a property developer from Japan. And the fattest twins in the world were riding side by side on their motorcycles.
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The book is the official and came brand new as expected, arrived quickly and I damaged. The publishers have a lot more picture but a few records that use to be very interesting are no longer in the book. Wish they would return to adding some more text to get more info instead of just pictures and short info.
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Really cool. My favorite page is the water park page. It shows such awesome slides, like Veruckt, which is the tallest slide in the world, at 153 meters. I also very much liked the engineering page, which included a very tall wall made of books. I also find it epic that they interviewed Chris Hatfield; I read that part a couple of times. Thanks, guys.
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5.0 out of 5 stars 6 year old bedtime book choice, fun facts for everyone!
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My 6 year old daughter saw this at Target and asked Santa for it for Christmas. She is fascinated by the pictures and the records she can understand. She has consistently been picking this book to read at bedtime and I enjoy reading it together. Fun book for all ages.
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