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Genre: Trivia, History, Curiosities, Popular Non-Fiction
Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3.5/5)

Book Review:
The World’s Greatest Mistakes is an entertaining and eye-opening collection of historical blunders, miscalculations, and unfortunate errors that have shaped—or drastically altered—the course of events. From the tragic sinking of the Titanic to scientific missteps, military failures, and infamous business disasters, this book catalogs human fallibility in a readable, bite-sized format.

Part of a popular “World’s Greatest” series (alongside volumes on crimes, mysteries, scandals, etc.), it’s designed for casual readers who enjoy intriguing trivia and surprising stories. The tone is engaging and often dramatic, highlighting how even the most confident plans can go awry due to oversight, arrogance, or plain bad luck.

While not an in-depth historical analysis, the book succeeds as a light, informative read that sparks curiosity about the less glorious side of human achievement. It’s well-suited for readers who enjoy lists, fun facts, and short anecdotes, and would make a good addition to a coffee table or waiting room.

Ideal for teens and adults looking for an easy, conversational non-fiction pick, The World’s Greatest Mistakes offers a fascinating reminder that history is as much about errors as it is about triumphs. A fun, thought-provoking browse through some of humanity’s most memorable missteps.