A brilliantly entertaining journey through history's most absurd and fascinating failed nations - Discover the remarkable stories of 48 countries that no longer exist, told with wit, humour, and refreshing irreverence by acclaimed author Gideon Defoe.

Why Readers Love This Unique Atlas

This captivating book has earned outstanding customer reviews from history enthusiasts and readers who appreciate its unique approach to geography and storytelling:

• "A very interesting book. Well researched and easy to follow the categories for each type of extinction" - Perfect blend of education and entertainment
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A Refreshingly Irreverent Take on History

"Countries are just daft stories we tell each other. They're all equally implausible once you get up close" - This isn't your typical dry historical atlas. Instead, it's a brilliantly entertaining exploration of nations that died through murder, accident, or sheer ridiculousness.

Fascinating Stories of National Extinction

Countries meet their end in various ways: sometimes they explode violently, sometimes they slip away unnoticed, and occasionally they vote themselves out of existence. The causes of death often include "got too greedy" or "Napoleon turned up."

What Makes This Atlas Special

Unlike polite obituaries that dwell on the good bits and gloss over embarrassing stuff, this book embraces the weird and borderline nonsensical aspects of these dead nations. The life stories involve:

• Chancers and conmen - Colourful characters who shaped these doomed nations
• Racist chancers and madmen - The darker figures behind national failures
• Tax dodgers and schemers - People trying to create nations for personal gain
• Mistakes, lies, and stupid schemes - The absurd reasons countries failed
• General idiocy - The human folly that doomed these experiments

Educational Yet Entertaining

Well researched and easy to follow - Each extinct country is categorised by type of extinction, making this both an educational resource and engaging read that doesn't take itself too seriously.

Perfect for History Lovers and Gift-Giving

Whether you're fascinated by alternative history, enjoy humorous takes on serious subjects, or looking for a unique gift for someone who appreciates irreverent storytelling, this atlas delivers something genuinely different.

About the Author

Gideon Defoe brings his distinctive wit and storytelling ability to this exploration of historical curiosities, creating an atlas that's as informative as it is entertaining.

Technical Specifications

• Author: Gideon Defoe
• Publisher: 4th Estate
• Size: 148 x 210 x 30mm
• Weight: 400g
• ISBN: 9780008393854
• Format: Paperback book
• Content: 48 extinct nations with maps and illustrations

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A perfect addition to any collection of curious books, geography enthusiasts' libraries, or as a conversation-starting coffee table book that challenges conventional thinking about nations and borders.

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