About This Book
Horrible Histories: England offers an entertaining and educational journey through British history, specifically focusing on England's most bizarre and often gruesome true stories. Aimed at middle-grade readers (8-12), this book uses humor, engaging illustrations by Martin Brown, and a fast-paced format to make learning about the past exciting. It covers various historical periods, revealing everything from medieval eating habits to peculiar royal accusations. Parents will appreciate how it captivates reluctant readers and provides a memorable, if unconventional, introduction to historical events and daily life, sparking curiosity beyond traditional textbooks.
Readers can discover all the foul facts about England, including which monk tried to pinch the devil’s nose with a pair of tongs, why some people in the Middle Ages ate dove droppings and which English king was accused of being a werewolf. With a bold look these bestselling titles are sure to be a huge hit with yet another generation of Terry Deary fans.
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What was the most surprising or 'horrible' fact you learned about England's past?
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How do you think people in the Middle Ages felt about some of their strange customs, like eating dove droppings?
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If you could travel back to any period in English history mentioned in the book, which one would it be and why?
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How does this book make learning history different from what you might find in a textbook?
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