The 20th Century

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What is The 20th Century about?

Explore the twentieth century through the strange, shocking and sometimes disgusting events that shaped modern life. Discover how the Suffragettes fought for the vote, how animals became unlikely space pioneers, and why a fashionable London restaurant served stewed cat. Terry Deary uncovers wars, inventions, famous people and everyday changes, from Charlie Chaplin and Bill and Ben to Margaret Thatcher and the dawn of the 1990s. Packed with lively facts and dark humour, this is history with none of the nasty bits left out.

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!