Terrible, True Tales from the Tower of London As Told by the Royal Ravens

gruesome · humorous · fascinating · illustrated

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What is Terrible, True Tales from the Tower of London As Told by the Royal Ravens about?

Meet the ravens who know every grim, strange and astonishing secret of the Tower of London. They reveal stories of daring escapes, royal prisoners, gruesome punishments and an attempt to steal the Crown Jewels. Discover how a polar bear came to live at the Tower, and how one prisoner tried to escape through a toilet. Packed with lively illustrations, curious facts and darkly funny details, this entertaining history brings the Tower’s past to life through the eyes of its most famous feathered residents.

About the author

Sarah Kilby writes lively books that bring history to life for young readers. Her books include Terrible True Tales from the Tower of London, told by the Tower’s ravens, and The Really Useful Guide to Kings and Queens of England. She enjoys sharing surprising facts about palaces, famous rulers and the exciting stories hidden in Britain’s past.