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Guinness World Records 2023 (Guinness, R430)

An institution of a book like this has to deliver on expectations and also surprise, which means treading a fine line between tradition and innovation.

In the latest edition of Guinness World Records, award-winning illustrator Rod Hunt weaves these two strands together with energetic creativity.

All of this adds to the pleasure of delving into a book that mixes records with fascinating, information-packed sections. In addition to the longest bout of hiccups, the loudest burp, the most expensive bird book, the fastest Formula 1 speed, the longest bridgetunnel, and all the rest, you'll find headings such as Around the world in 300 records', Amazing anatomy' and 'Bizarre beasts'.

“Because Guinness

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