Horrible Histories: Ruthless Romans

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Discover the gruesome and gory world of ancient Rome in 'Horrible Histories: Ruthless Romans'. From the terrible twins who founded Rome to the evil emperors who made murder a sport, this book uncovers the foul facts about the cruel Colosseum and the people and animals who were massacred there. Learn how, if you upset them enough, the ruthless Romans would crucify you. Packed with jokes, cartoons, quizzes, and funny facts, it's history with the nasty bits left in!

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!