

Brainiac
Adventures in the Curious, Competitive, Compulsive World of Trivia Buffs
Book • 2006
In *Brainiac*, Ken Jennings chronicles the history and culture of trivia, from the coffeehouses of 17th-century London to the modern-day trivia subculture in America.
The book includes his experiences on *Jeopardy*, interactions with various trivia enthusiasts, and a detailed look at the rise and fall of trivia fads over the centuries.
Jennings also delves into philosophical questions about the nature and significance of trivia, making the book a thoughtful and lively exploration of a unique subculture.
The book includes his experiences on *Jeopardy*, interactions with various trivia enthusiasts, and a detailed look at the rise and fall of trivia fads over the centuries.
Jennings also delves into philosophical questions about the nature and significance of trivia, making the book a thoughtful and lively exploration of a unique subculture.
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