History repeats itself as Uncle John once again takes the plunge into the past! For our big number-two, we dug ever deeper into our bottomless vaults to bring you more of history's most colorful characters, cultural milestones, funniest mishaps, and earth-shattering events. More than 500 pages of great stories, fascinating facts, and fun quizzes await you. Read about...   * Philosophers who fought with fireplace pokers * "Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this Wall!" * Where are they now--the Goths * The golden age of wife-selling * History's most horrible dentist award * The French monks who invented tennis * Women of the Gold Rush And much, much more!