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The Groovy Greeks And The Rotten Romans Two Horrible Histories Books In One

Name: The Groovy Greeks And The Rotten Romans Two Horrible Histories Books In One
ISBN: 9780439973328

By Terry Deary

Adjectives

humorous informative engaging gruesome

Genres

Humour Non-fiction

Synopsis

Delve into the fascinating and often gruesome worlds of ancient Greece and Rome. Discover why Greek doctors tasted earwax, what Roman soldiers wore under their kilts, and who had the world's first flushing toilet. This book is packed with curious quizzes, rotten recipes, gruesome games, and terrible tests, offering a unique and engaging look at history.

About the author

Terry Deary is a British author best known for writing the funny and fascinating Horrible Histories books. He loves making history exciting by sharing weird and wonderful facts about the past. Terry’s clever stories and jokes help children learn and laugh at the same time, making reading about history lots of fun!

Pages

256 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2003

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