Download or read book The Irish American Pub Quiz written by Liam McAtasney and published by Andrews McMeel Publishing. This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In The Irish-American Pub Quiz, Irish quizmaster Liam McAtasney boggles the mind with an array of questions on everything and everybody Irish, from legends to limericks, from Daniel Patrick Moynihan to Daniel Day-Lewis.Within the past few years, Americans' infatuation with Irish history and culture has grown, as witnessed by the popularity of Frank McCourt's best-selling Angela's Ashes, Michael Flatley's Riverdance, and the sensational rock group U2. Now a new Irish tradition, pub quiz nights, is sweeping the nation coast-to-coast. The growing popularity of these quiz nights in Irish pubs across the country, a practice imported from across the Atlantic, ensures a dedicated market for this new Irish trivia collection. The Irish-American Pub Quiz spans the intricacies of Irish folklore, literature, movies, music, and politics to offer a unique challenge for private pondering, an evening with friends, or a family outing. McAtasney's collection of Irish trivia reveals the strength of character and sense of fun that we associate with the Irish.
Download or read book Irish America written by and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 524 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Joy of Pubs written by Frank Hopkinson and published by Portico. This book was released on 2013-11-07 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Following on in the same vain of The Joy of Sheds, The Joy of Pubs is an intoxicating publication detailing everything and anything you want to know about pubs. It celebrates the many facets of the traditional British pub over the years, with chapters on: Pub Characters, Pub Games, Pub Fiddles (how the licensee has shafted his customers over the years), Pub Teams and Pub History from Geoffrey Chaucer to Jeffrey Bernard. It features the great pubs of literature – Robert Louis Stevenson’s Admiral Benbow, Daphne du Maurier’s Jamaica Inn and Charles Dickens’ The Grapes; the great pubs of film – The Crown Inn at Amersham (Four Weddings and a Funeral), the Crown Inn at Wells (Hot Fuzz); the great pubs of TV – apart from the Rover's Return, Queen Vic and Woolpack. It features tales of barring, of dodgy deals of riotous lock-ins and of strange hauntings. The perfect present for anyone who loves their pub or just the idea that they have a pub.
Download or read book Forthcoming Books written by Rose Arny and published by . This book was released on 2002-02 with total page 1372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Pub Quiz written by Eric Saunders and published by Arcturus Publishing. This book was released on 2021-10-15 with total page 472 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over 4000 questions, together with a 'how to run a pub quiz' introduction, provide you with everything to host the best quiz night ever! The questions cover a wide range of subjects to test the general knowledge of the most seasoned quiz fans.
Download or read book The Great Book of Pub Trivia written by Bill O'Neill and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-03-11 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have no fear! The Great Book of Pub Trivia Vol.2 is finally here and it's the perfect companion for game nights, fun family times, fun evenings with friends, or just reading to brush up on your pub trivia knowledge. These trivia questions will get your brain working, that's for sure. You'll get instant access to fun quizzes covering different topics such as film, politics, science, history, fashion and many more. You'll get a taste of quizzes like: This is a character in Star Wars and one of the villains in the franchise. He was Darth Sidious's first apprentice and a Sith Lord. He has quite a shocking appearance, with black and red skin, yellow eyes and horns. He survived death in the Phantom Menace, killed Obi-Wan Kenobi's love interest, and formed a group of crime lords called the Shadow Collective. What was this character's name? Almost half of the world's population speak one of only ten languages as their mother tongue. Mandarin is the most spoken language with 1.2 billion speakers, Spanish is the second most spoken language, then followed by English. What is the fourth most spoken language on the planet? It is the official language of the government of India, and it is also a recognized language in Mauritius, Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, and Suriname. Name this language. He is one of the most iconic villains in film and television who we first met in the 1952 novel Psycho, by Robert Bloch. The character is psychotic and has Dissociative Identity Disorder. He also suffers from visual and auditory hallucinations. His delusions made him think he was his mother, and that she was controlling him to kill people. The character was inspired by notorious serial killer Ed Gein. What is this character's name?
Download or read book The Rough Guide to South America On A Budget written by Rough Guides and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-08-02 with total page 1225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to South America on a Budget is the definitive guide to making the most of this exotic region without breaking the bank. Backpackers, career-breakers, gap year travellers and those who want more bang for their buck will find in-depth budge
Download or read book The Ultimate Pub Quiz Book written by Scott Stevenson and published by Andrews UK Limited. This book was released on 2015-08-07 with total page 53 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you a member of a pub quiz team? Do you enjoy having a go at general knowledge quizzes? Are you knowledgeable about a wide range of subjects? Whatever your reason for choosing this book, you are certain to enjoy tackling the 500 questions inside. Which Author and politician with the middle name Rodham wrote Living History? The Tamla Motown music label founded by Berry Gordy Jr. began in which American City? What object sits on top of the Wimbledon men's singles champion trophy and has done since 1887? If these questions have got you puzzling, dip inside to find out the answers and discover more of the same. With sections on all areas of general knowledge including art and literature, film and television, history, music, science, sport, inventions and much more, there is something to suit all levels of ability. Whether you are a quizmaster in need of new material or ginning up for the next pub quiz, The Ultimate Pub Quiz Book is an ideal way to improve your general knowledge.
Download or read book Forty Complete Pub Quizzes written by Brian Daugherty and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2019-03-06 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forty ready-made quizzes. Each quiz has 6 rounds, each of 10 questions
Download or read book The Ultimate Book of Pub Trivia by the Smartest Guy in the Bar written by Austin Rogers and published by Workman Publishing. This book was released on 2022-02-22 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knock back a brew and play a few rounds of the greatest, most fascinating, and hilarious pub trivia ever devised, written by 12-time Jeopardy! champion Austin Rogers, a longtime New York City bartender and pub trivia host for 15 years.
Download or read book Alcohol in Popular Culture written by Rachel Black and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2010-10-14 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This encyclopedia presents the many sides of America's ongoing relationship with alcohol, examining the political history, pivotal events, popular culture, and advances in technology that have affected its consumption. From the constant advertising messages from beer, wine and liquor manufacturers to parties, weddings, and other social gatherings where alcohol is served to after-work happy hours with coworkers, the influence and presence of alcohol are inescapable in the United States. According to a government source, 50 percent of American adults identified themselves as "regular drinkers" (having at least 12 drinks in the past year). This encyclopedia presents an overview of the entire history of alcohol in America from the first colonies to present day, focusing on the often-marginalized and pop culture aspects of alcohol use and misuse. Entries illuminate topics such as the favorite alcoholic beverages in America; how they are manufactured; the role of alcohol in everyday life, special events, and across history; the impacts of alcohol consumption on society and health; and much more. Connections and influences from outside the United States are also considered for some topics.
Download or read book The Essential Pub Quiz Book written by Hannah Blamires and published by Andrews UK Limited. This book was released on 2016-10-10 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you enjoy pub quizzes? Are you a member of a pub quiz team? Or maybe you would simply like to increase your general knowledge? Whatever your reason for choosing this book, you are certain to enjoy tackling the 500 questions contained inside. What art movement did the American artist Andy Warhol spearhead? What is a collection of giraffes called? Which country other than Norway and Denmark did the Vikings originally hail from? The answers to these questions and more can all be found in The Essential Pub Quiz Book. With sections on a range of topics including sport, art history, geography, countries, cinema, celebrities, food and drink, TV, careers, politics, literature, culture, science, animals, music, cars, social media and gaming, crime and punishment, news headlines, symbolism and religion, fashion, beauty, law and flashbacks to the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s,1990 and 2000s, there really is something for everyone. Whether you are genning up for a quiz night or enjoy learning more about the world around you, this book is guaranteed to teach you something new.
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Download or read book Who s Feckin Who in Irish History written by Colin Murphy and published by The O'Brien Press. This book was released on 2014-10-13 with total page 359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Did an Irish monk discover America? Which rebel died of having a feckin' tooth pulled? And who in the name of Jaysus was responsible for the Pledge? If you've ever wondered how much of our rabble-rousing history is true, and how much a load of wojus oul' bull, then look no further. From the great to the gormless, this book is a hilarious parade of the life stories of Ireland's favourite heroes and gougers. Gathered in a collection of the best anecdotes from our chequered past, it will tell you everything you need to know about our writers, revolutionaries, and rogues. You never know - it might help you win the odd pub quiz as well... The Feckin' collection returns with a funny, original and quirky take on some of Ireland's most famous faces! Illustrated with photographs and cartoons, the book covers key Irish figures across the millenia like: William Butler Yeats - Nobel Prize winning poet Saint Patrick - Patron Saint of Ireland Sir Ernest Shacklton - legendary Antarctic explorer Jonathan Swift - the man who wrote Gulliver's Travels Grace O'Mally - the pirate queen who ran Queen Elizabeth's troups ragged Brian Boru - the last High King of Ireland And many more!
Download or read book The Best Bar Trivia Book Ever written by Michael O'Neill and published by Adams Media. This book was released on 2014-09-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate guide to becoming a bar trivia champion! Which NBA coach coined and trademarked the term "threepeat"? Which animal has four knees? Which famous candy bar is named for a U.S. president's daughter? Brimming with answers to popular questions like these, The Best Bar Trivia Book Ever arms you with the knowledge your team needs to annihilate your bar trivia competition. This must-have guide features hundreds of facts, covering everything from sports and pop culture to history and science, so that you're always ready to deliver the ultimate trivia smackdown. You'll also get all the ins and outs of your favorite event with information on important bar trivia rules, assembling a team, and claiming victories week after week. Whether you're new to the scene or want to dominate at your local bar, this book will help your team outsmart the competition every single week!
Download or read book The Cryptic Pub Quiz Book written by Frank Paul and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2024-04-04 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you a regular quizzer at your local pub? Do you fancy yourself a cryptic crossword whiz? Might you be up for a challenge? 'Frank Paul is an extremely impressive chap and a dazzling quizzer' Victoria Coren Mitchell, presenter of Only Connect Since 2015, The Mill in Cambridge has hosted an unusually fiendish quiz from the mind of legendary quizmaster Frank Paul. Contestants could expect to be delighted and perplexed by wordsearch poems, jokes and rebuses, a bewildering encounter with the Sphinx and a confounding murder mystery. With rounds including Motion Picture Mixture, Eight Degrees of Kevin Bacon, Gogglebox Jigsaw and Chemical Element Blind Date, this is the best of The Mill’s quiz night. Are you ready to have your mind bent, blown and boggled?
