About This Book
Terry Deary's 'Vile Victorians' is a classic in the Horrible Histories series, offering a highly engaging and often gross look at life in 19th-century Britain. Perfect for children aged 4-11, it uses humor, quirky facts, and a fast-paced style to make history accessible and entertaining. Parents will appreciate how it sparks curiosity about the past, covering everything from social customs and hygiene to crime and daily life, all while keeping young readers thoroughly amused. It's an excellent choice for reluctant readers or those who think history is boring.
Gives foul, funny and fascinating facts about life in Victorian Britain.
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Discussion Prompts
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What was the most surprising or 'vile' fact you learned about the Victorians?
2
How was life in Victorian times different from life today? What are you glad we have now that they didn't?
3
If you could ask a Victorian person one question, what would it be?
4
Do you think the Victorians would find anything 'vile' about our lives today?
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