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Horrible Histories: Gruesome Guide to York

By Terry Deary

Part of the Horrible Histories series

Adjectives

gruesome informative engaging

Genres

Humour History Travel

What is Horrible Histories: Gruesome Guide to York about?

Embark on a thrilling journey through York's dark past with 'Gruesome Guide to York'. Discover the city's most scandalous secrets, from deadly diseases and horrendous highwaymen to vicious Vikings. Navigate the blood-soaked Shambles, visit the Minster, and ascend Micklegate, where many traitors met their end. This guide offers a unique glimpse into the city's gory history, making it a must-read for young history enthusiasts.

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

112 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Edition published

2017

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