The know-it-all one man's humble quest to become the smartest person in the world

Chronicles the efforts of an NPR contributor to read the "Encyclopedia Britannica" from A to Z, sharing the humorous mishaps that occurred as a result of the endeavor, from changed family relationships to his efforts to join Mensa.

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Main Author: Jacobs, A. J., 1968-
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Simon & Schuster, ©2004.
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