The Worst Jobs In History Series

By Tony Robinson

Grim, gripping history reveals Britain’s foulest jobs and the children forced to do them.

informative · engaging · eye-opening

What is The Worst Jobs In History series by Tony Robinson about?

Written in the mid-2000s, Tony Robinson’s series explores the grim, grubby and often dangerous work that shaped British history. It begins with unpleasant occupations across periods from Roman Britain to the Victorian era, then turns specifically to the back-breaking jobs forced upon children. Witty, accessible and packed with vivid historical detail, the books should appeal to curious readers who enjoy unusual facts, social history and a touch of gruesome humour. Best suited to ages 9–11; descriptions of poverty, hard labour, illness and death may unsettle sensitive readers.

Genres

Non-fiction History

About the author

Tony Robinson is a much-loved British author, actor, and TV presenter. He is famous for playing Baldrick in the funny TV show 'Blackadder' and for making history exciting in 'Horrible Histories.' Tony enjoys bringing the past to life with fun facts and stories that help children discover how amazing history can be.

All the books in The Worst Jobs In History series

Sir Tony Robinson's The Worst Children's Jobs in History

by Tony Robinson

What dangerous secrets lie behind the surprising jobs children once did in Britain?

The Worst Jobs in History Two Thousand Years of Miserable Employment

by Tony Robinson and David Willcock

Which grim jobs did workers endure, from Roman Britain to Queen Victoria’s reign?

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