A fascinating exploration of some of the oddest and most enchanting places on our planet. This book provides maps, photographs and an overview of each, the vast majority of which I’d never previously been aware of. There are weird living spaces, amazing architecture and much more.

My favourite ‘things’ here include: the stunning Fly Geyser in Nevada, Chess City in Kalmykia, Russia and Garbage City close to Cairo in Egypt. But there are loads of interesting places, facts and backgrounds to contemplate and digest. And some of the photographs are astonishing. I think this would make a brilliant coffee table browsing book and a great present for anyone interested in learning about some of the world’s great delights and surprises

Thank you to the publisher for granting my wish to read this book.

I am a world traveler obsessed with History, so this book appealed to me right off the bat. And I was not disappointed! Fascinating, educational, with great pictures as reference.

A great book for every bookshelf. I can't wait to plan my next trip.

Cheers,
Jess

This is a fascinating book chock full of interesting information about things you never knew you were dying to know! Perfect for every trivia lover! The photos and maps are a wonderful addition in this awe-inspiring collection of informative and well-written articles.

I was enthralled with Atlas Obscura, and this book is much in the same vein, with little known places explored and explained. Like the aforementioned book, there are no color photographs, only a few black and white pictures, so this book is more about the text, but no less fascinating for it

“Atlas of the Unexpected: Haphazard discoveries, chance places and unimaginable destinations” is a totally fascinating read, different from any book I’ve ever seen. In a gorgeous high-end package, it reveals the most bizarre and amazing discoveries unearthed across our globe.

From the Dead Sea scrolls to the invention of Vaseline at an American oil rig, Atlas of the Unexpected uncovers treasures found over centuries, with detailed witty info accompanied by specially-drawn maps that show the geographical oddities of each one. Highly recommended, especially for the trivia enthusiast and the armchair traveller. 5/5

Pub Date 06 Sep 2018

Thanks to Quarto Publishing Group - Aurum Press and NetGalley for the review copy. Opinions are fully mine.

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This was not quite as good as Atlas Obscura, but it definitely had its moments. I'd love to have this one as a coffee table book.