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Despite its humble beginnings, the book quickly captured global imagination, leading to the immortalization of records like Roger Bannister's four-minute mile and Robert Wadlow's height. The twins, deeply passionate about accuracy and significance in record-keeping, ensured that the entries had some level of worldwide appeal. By the 1970s, the book had transitioned from a simple promotional tool to a respected authority, with the McWhirters firmly establishing its reputation.