Arrested for What Now: A Global Guide to Bizarre Laws, Curious Bans, and Moves You Never Knew Were Illegal (Seriously Though)

There are the laws you’ve always known… and then there are the ones you had no idea existed—-and those are the really crazy ones! We’re governed by laws, and many of them make a lot of sense: Don’t cause physical harm to others, don’t steal, don’t drive on the wrong side of the road… And then there are those laws that are just a little… bizarre. All around the world, there are regulations that might make you ask, “But why would anyone do that in the first place?” And there are laws that will leave you scratching your head and struggling to understand why something so mundane and unharmful could possibly be illegal. You’ve probably run into at least one of these laws, but there are some crazy rules about donkeys and bathtubs, places you can’t sit or lean, and silent shoes that you’ve probably never heard about before… and they’ll blow your mind. You want to know all of these laws—partly so that you know never to leave a donkey in the bathtub overnight if you’re staying in Arizona, and partly out of sheer curiosity. There’s a reason for every law out there—even the wildest ones—and very often, that reason is just as fascinating as the law itself. This compelling collection of wacky laws from all over the world is sure to keep you (and everyone who visits your home) utterly hooked. You’ll have conversation starters to captivate a crowd for years to come… and you’ll know exactly what weird things to avoid when you’re traveling. Inside, you’ll discover: The unlikely situations in which animals need paperwork (even when they can’t possibly be in the place where the law is active) A surprising collection of things you can’t touch, climb, or sit on in different parts of the world What you shouldn’t wear and where you shouldn’t wear it—leave that suit of armor behind if you’re visiting London! The laws you should know about sacred and ancient sites before you visit them… and end up making a costly mistake A birthday prank that ended up turning into a very weird law—and one you might want to know about if you like fried chicken! Food regulations you had no idea existed (including the safest place in the world to drink anything with ice in it) Banned words, jokes, and names across the world (check your kids have legal names if you’re planning on moving abroad!) Why dancing isn’t always as innocent as you might think… and where you need to check the rules And much more. You might think you know all about the law, but there are sure to be several rules here that you had no idea about—and they’re fascinating. Whether you like to travel and want to know the obscure laws that could get you into trouble… or you’re simply looking for entertainment, this book is for you. Leave it on your coffee table and dip in regularly for your daily shot of intrigue, and you’re sure to have guests asking about it every time they visit. Discovering more about the world is always worth it… and sometimes it’s a great source of entertainment too. Brush up on your knowledge of bizarre rules around the world, and become the highlight of any party: Scroll up and click “Add to Cart” right now! View Less