A mysterious mine in Arizona lures people in with the promise of gold. But many who seek it are never seen again. After being stranded in a snowstorm, a group of pioneers turns to cannibalism to survive. People with synesthesia may hear things they touch or taste things they see. This collection of stories explores the weird, the wild, and the wonderful that exists all around us. You'll have to read it to believe it. Who isn't fascinated by the world...

Fish falling from the sky. Hail the size of grapefruits. These are not your ordinary weather events. Get ready to learn about some of the world's strangest weather.

Ironing on a mountainside. Chasing after cheese. These are not your ordinary activities. Get ready to learn about some of the world's strangest sports.

Fish that look like cartoons. Lizards that squirt blood from their eyes. These are not your ordinary creatures. Get ready to learn about some of the world's strangest animals.

Text and photographs provide information about the Bermuda Triangle.

"The world is full of mysterious stories of hairy creatures and aliens from outer space. But are those stories true? The answer is up to you"--Back cover.