About the Author

Albert Jack has written a series of bestselling books that explore the strange stories behind things we take for granted- that's everything from nursery rhymes - Pop Goes the Weasel - to everyday phrases - Shaggy Dogs and Black Sheep.

Reviews

Albert Jack is the man with the answers
*Daily Express*

Exploding sausages, life-saving Cornish pasties and Caesar's connection with salads ... the fascinating origins of our favourite dishes
*Daily Mail*

A slice of history to really get your teeth into
*The Sun*