About This Book
Horrible Histories: Villainous Victorians offers a hilariously gruesome look at the Victorian era, perfect for middle-grade readers aged 8-12. Author Terry Deary and illustrator Martin Brown bring history to life by focusing on the 'nasty bits' and 'villainous deeds' that often captivate young minds. It's an engaging way to introduce children to historical facts, social customs, and even criminal slang of the period, all while keeping them thoroughly entertained. This book is part of a beloved franchise known for making history accessible and fun, making it ideal for reluctant readers or those who find traditional history lessons dull.
Vicious Victorian history with extra nasty bits! Not content with being totally vile, those nasty Victorians want to horrify you with even more of their villainous deeds. Such as writing revolting poetry, speaking in slovenly criminal slang, and frightening burglars with bogies! How very yucky indeed!!
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Discussion Prompts
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What was the most surprising 'horrible' fact you learned about the Victorians?
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How do the 'villainous deeds' described in the book compare to crimes or problems in our society today?
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If you could travel back to Victorian times, what's one thing you would want to see or avoid?
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Why do you think the author chose to focus on the 'nasty bits' of history rather than just the 'good' parts?
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What does this book teach us about how people lived and thought in the past?
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