The Random Book of ... Richard features facts, figures, stats and trivia on legions of record breakers, record losers, actors, singers, sportsmen, historical figures, the famous and infamous, felons, inventors, rulers, heartthrobs, politicians, and scientists called Richard. Which Richard invented one of the world's most popular children's toys by accident and then ran away to join a religious cult? Which Richard would rather have played rugby for Wales at Cardiff Arms Park than Hamlet at the Old Vic? Which Richard is a famous comedian whose 1980s college band had a huge hit in the Philippines without his knowledge? Which Richard accompanied William the Conqueror in 1066, was nicknamed "Strongbow," and died from an infected foot wound? Which Richard "breezed" a degree in philosophy, released two singles, and was mistakenly identified as Robert de Niro by Swedish tourists?