On the heels of its sell-out 50th Anniversary Edition, Guinness World Records delivers yet another outstanding collection of extraordinary facts and mind-blowing human achievements in every imaginable category. From extreme bodies and medical marvels to food feats, natural wonders, and amazing technological advances, here is the latest, greatest, and most astounding of everything from around the world. Did you know…
• An American woman holds the Guinness World Record for the most plastic surgery. Cindy Jackson has spent $99,600 on 47 cosmetic operations, including three face-lifts, two eye lifts, liposuction, lip and cheek implants, knee, waist, and abdomen surgery, and semipermanent makeup.
• At 175 years of age, the world’s oldest living resident is a giant land tortoise named Harriet, collected by Charles Darwin from the Galápagos Islands in 1835. This Guinness World Record holder currently resides at the Australia Zoo.
…and we’re just warming up! As always, this edition includes Guinness’s spectacular photos, plus an all-new Sports Reference section. Packed with breathtaking spectacles and inspiring accomplishments, Guinness World Records 2006 is more awesome than ever!
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