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The Dangerous Book for Boys’ is a book which is aimed at boys "from eight to eighty." It considered the
pocket guide for every boy. It is a must read for every boy. There are certain famous quotes, stories, battles, and phrases that “every boy should know”. There are also certain topics that teach you how to build a tree house, grow a crystal, or tell direction with a watch.
Some reviewers and experts believe and have criticized this book that it inspires or encourages its readers to try various acts that may be injurious to them as well as others. Although the writer of this book has mentioned below the copyright information the liability warning, many have praised it for helping to counter the "PlayStation Culture"
This book has sold over half a million copies. It was
published in the UK on 5 June 2006. The book also reached number one spot in the UK non-fiction charts several times. The book has also won the Book of the Year award at the 2007 Galaxy British Book Awards. Within the first week of its US publication on May 1, 2007, it reached number two on the Amazon.com bestselling book lists, being outsold only by Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.