Cabinet of Curiosities

This offers an engaging exploration of extraordinary historical narratives featuring remarkable people, places, and events. Among the captivating stories included are the true origins of the croissant, which intriguingly began in a country other than France, and the tale of a war dog that secretly accompanied soldiers and played a vital role in apprehending a German spy. Readers will also discover historical anecdotes from the once-existing American state of Franklin, witness the dramatic rescue of Abraham Lincoln’s son by the brother of his assassin, and learn about a pilot whose numerous emergency landings motivated him to pursue a career beyond commercial aviation.