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Horrible Histories Boxset

By Terry Deary

Adjectives

humorous educational engaging informative

Genres

Humour Historical Fiction Non-fiction

Synopsis

The 'Horrible Histories' boxset by Terry Deary offers a humorous and unfiltered exploration of history's most intriguing periods. From the 'Terrible Tudors' to the 'Vile Victorians', each book delves into the gory, bizarre, and downright nasty aspects of the past, making history both engaging and memorable for young readers. With witty narratives and vivid illustrations, this collection brings the past to life in a way that's both educational and entertaining.

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!

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2001

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