The Captive Celt
By Terry Deary
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In ancient Rome, AD 51, young Celt Deri finds himself thrown into prison for daring to speak out against the mighty Roman Empire. Sharing a cell with a captured British chief, Deri must use his wits to plot a daring escape and outsmart his Roman captors. Can the two unlikely allies save themselves before it’s too late? Packed with humour and historical intrigue, this tale brings the drama of Roman times to life.
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
64 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
Published
2008
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