The Story Behind began as a podcast and after finding success there Emily Prokop has created a companion book, The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History Behind Ordinary Objects. Within this Prokop shares some of the surprising histories behind the objects you see every day and probably never gave a second glance to. This fun and fact filled book is the perfect read for the curious mind. Continue reading “The Story Behind Book Review from @kleffnotes”

Patrick Foote’s book The Origin of Names, Words and Everything in Between is a fun read for anyone who loves trivia and language. Beginning by discussing his own name Foote sets up an interesting discussion of language and the evolution of words that is perfect for any word-lover. Continue reading “The Origin of Names, Words and Everything in Between Book Review from @kleffnotes”

Patrick Alexander has a deep love of wine that extends back even into his childhood. Under the very conscious supervision of his father he was allowed to have wine, mixed with water in a very European way, with dinner beginning at the age of five. Now this love has grown and inspired the remarkably informative The Booklovers’ Guide to Wine: An Introduction to the History, Mysteries and Literary Pleasures of Drinking Wine.  Continue reading “The Booklovers’ Guide to Wine Book Review from @kleffnotes”