"The Lexicon of Firsts and Lasts" by René Zey is a fascinating collection of over 150 stories that explore the first and last times in various fields such as technology, natural sciences, culture, sports, and society. This work highlights often forgotten events that represent significant turning points in history. From the opening of the first drive-in cinema to the last matches of famous athletes, the lexicon offers amusing and educational insights into the development of our society. Zey's pointed and entertaining narrative style makes it an engaging reading experience that both informs and provokes thought. The combination of exciting facts and cultural anecdotes ensures that readers see the world around them with new eyes.