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HORRIBLE HISTORIES GRUESOME GUIDES: DUBLIN takes his readers on agore-tastic tour of the streets of Dublin, exposing all of its mostscurrilous secrets. Tourists can plot their path to the past- picnic with pirates at St Stephen's Green, creep around the cruelcathedrals and then head to dreadful Dublin castle.

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From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, which is now a TV show and movie, and has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. ''Deary''s storytelling is simple, historically accurate and compelling'' – The i newspaper on The Silver HandHorrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a hilarious collection of Egyptian tales based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+.The Gold in the Grave A group of thieves plot to rob Tutankhamen''s tomb of its vast wealth. If they succeed, it''ll be the greatest robbery in history. If they fail, the consequences are severe...The Magic and the Mummy When the pharaoh dies, it’s Neria’s job to mummify his cat. The trouble is, the cat is still alive. Can Neria find a way to save the cat without being caught and punished?The Plot on the Pyramid The Great Pyramid is a lively place to work. The only problem is Antef, the fussy, irritating supervisor. When the workers go on strike, everyone’s loyalty is tested.The Phantom of the Nile Menes, a trainee scribe, is tasked with getting rid of a ghost. But what if the phantom is actually more human than supernatural? It will take all of Menes''s skill and ingenuity to find out the truth...Terry Deary’s Terrible True Tales: Egyptians explores the world of ancient Egypt through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. Packed with fun illustrations by Helen Flook, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable Egyptian settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

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''Deary''s storytelling is simple, historically accurate and compelling.'' – The i newspaper on The Silver HandFrom the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, which is now a TV show and movie, and has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a hilarious collection of Stone Age tales based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+. The Great Flood Jay loves to listen to his grandfather’s stories of the Great Spirit and the Earth Mother, but outside, danger is at their door. Food is getting scarcer, tribes are at war and the river water is rising... The Great Storm On the cold and windy island of Skara Brae, Tuk and his sister Storm are hunting. But when a thief steals half their tribe''s winter food stores, it''s up to the siblings to solve the mystery. What if they starve? And even worse, what if it''s true that their father''s the thief? The Great Monster While everyone else works, Sin-leqi reads tablets in the great temples. The tablets tell tales of the legendary Gilgamesh, tales that are so fantastical that lazy Sin-leqi doesn''t have to work as long as he keeps telling them. But when the story comes to an end, Sin-leqi is in trouble... The Great Cave Willow isn''t the strongest or fastest in his tribe, but he is careful and clever. So when the brawny and brash Bull takes over as the tribe''s chief, it''s going to take all of Willow''s wits to survive!Terry Deary’s Terrible True Tales: The Stone Age explores the world of the Stone Age through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. Packed with fun illustrations by Tambe, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable prehistoric settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

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''Deary''s storytelling is simple, historically accurate and compelling.'' – The i newspaper on The Silver HandFrom the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, which is now a TV show and movie, and has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a hilarious collection of Greek tales based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+.The Lion’s Slave The great inventor Archimedes has just one problem – his clumsy servant, Lydia. But when the Romans besiege Syracuse, and the Greeks turn to Archimedes for help, it is she who comes up with the answers…The Tortoise and the Dare Elena''s freedom is at stake. She needs all her cunning to make sure her brother wins a race in the Olympic stadium. But will he?The Boy Who Cried Horse When a stranger announces that the Greeks have departed Troy, leaving a special gift of a wooden horse, young Acheron is suspicious. He races to tell Prince Paris about the Greek plot, but will anyone at the palace believe him?The Town Mouse and the Spartan House Darius has been orphaned by the plague in Athens and joins the Spartan army. Then his uncle, the commander, falls sick. Can Darius find a cure?Terry Deary’s Terrible True Tales: Greeks explores the world of ancient Greece through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. Packed with fun illustrations by Helen Flook, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable ancient Greek settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

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From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, now a TV show and movie, who has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide.''Deary''s storytelling is simple, historically accurate and compelling.'' – The i newspaper on The Silver HandHorrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a rip-roaringly funny collection of Tudor tales based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+. The Prince, the Cook and the Cunning King: King Henry VII is a mean and ruthless king and when a young boy named Lambert Simnel lays claim to the throne, Henry is furious. Lambert is no match for the powerful king – can he escape the extraordinary punishment he faces?The Thief, the Fool and the Big Fat King: Eleanor becomes troubled by her family''s cunning and foils their plans to catch a coney. Meanwhile, fearsome King Henry VIII has some rather cruel ideas of justice ... for everyone.The Maid, the Witch and the Cruel Queen: The day Queen ''Bloody Mary'' Tudor came to town was the most terrifying day of young Meg''s life. Everyone wants to impress her, and what better way is there than by burning a witch? But the ''witch'' in question, Old Nan, is more clever and cunning than the townspeople who hunt her ...The Actor, the Rebel and the Wrinkled Queen: The dashing Earl of Essex is plotting a rebellion to overthrow the aged Elizabeth I and is using the Globe Theatre in his plot. When Queen Elizabeth I learns of the plan, Shakespeare''s theatre company end up in the most putrid prison in the land. Can James, a young actor, help the bard to earn the Queen''s forgiveness and the company''s freedom?Terry Deary’s Terrible True Tales: Tudors explores the world of the Tudors through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. Packed with fun illustrations by Helen Flook, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable Tudor settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

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TERRY DEARY'S BEST EVER SHAKESPEARE TALES tells you more than whathappens in everyone's favourite Shakespeare plays - he tells youthe stories behind them too. Find out how the plays were originallystaged and what Shakespeare himself might have thought of hiswork being taught in schools. Includes Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth,Hamlet and many more.

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From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, which is now a TV show and movie, and has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide.''Deary''s storytelling is simple, historically accurate and compelling.'' (The i newspaper on The Silver Hand) Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents an exciting collection of tales from the First World War based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+. The War Game: Flanders, 1914. The German and British soldiers in the trenches make an unofficial Christmas truce, with carols and a football match. But the officers aren''t happy...The Bomber Balloon: November 1916 – the war on the Home Front. A German Zeppelin crashes during a raid on Essex. Can a constable and a schoolgirl round up the armed air crew?The Last Flight: France 1917 – the war in the air. An air observer is shot down behind enemy lines and meets the German flying ace, the famous Red Baron.The Pigeon Spy: Flanders, 1918. The extraordinary true story of a pigeon, a black bird called Cher Ami, who saved nearly 200 lives.Terry Deary’s Terrible True Tales: First World War explores the First World War through the eyes of children and real people who could have lived at the time. Packed with thoughtful illustrations by James de la Rue, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable First World War settings. Featuring notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

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From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, which is now a TV show and movie, and has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide.''Deary''s storytelling is simple, historically accurate and compelling.'' (The i newspaper on The Silver Hand) Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents an exciting collection of tales from the Home Front of the Second World War based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+. The Bike Escape: Northampton, 1939. A young tearaway unwillingly evacuated to the countryside is unjustly accused of theft. He decides to make his way back home, never mind the Blitz – but he''ll need to steal a bike to do it...The Apple Spy: Scotland, 1940. A pair of children realise that the odd strangers they see in their tiny village are German spies. Can they alert the authorities or will the ruthless spies find them first?The Barrel Burglary: Sunderland, 1941. The Home Guard of a small town need supplies but the local factory owner won''t help. So they decide to use unconventional methods instead...The Phantom Farm: Portsmouth, 1941. With food scarce and rationing taking hold, plenty of people turned to the black market to get more than their share. A girl finds herself mixed up in mysterious dealings – what is the secret of the haunted farm? Terry Deary’s Terrible True Tales: Second World War explores the Second World War through the eyes of children and real adults who could have lived at the time. Packed with thoughtful illustrations by James de la Rue, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable Second World War settings. Featuring notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

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From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, now a TV show and movie, who has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. ''Deary''s storytelling is simple, historically accurate and compelling.'' – The i newspaper on The Silver HandHorrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a hilarious collection of Roman tales based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+.The Fatal Fire Mary is terrified to accompany her master into the big, scary city of Rome. Then she finds herself the only witness to a terrible crime, and suddenly there’s danger at every turn…The Captive Celt Rome is thrilled by the news that the infamous British chief Caratacus has been captured. Little does Bran, a feisty young Celtic slave, realise that this event is going to change his life.The Goose Guards Rome is under attack and the barbarian army is now preparing to besiege the home of Brutus, a trainee priest. Will rescue ever come and will Brutus know who to trust?The Grim Ghost Pertinax is helping his grandmother when the great Pliny himself tells him a ghost story set in the very garden they’re standing in. But there''s no truth in ghost stories... right?Terry Deary’s Terrible True Tales: Romans explores the wonders of the Roman Empire through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. Packed with fun illustrations by Helen Flook, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most significant moments in Roman history. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

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The blood-curdling history of Britain and Ireland from Terry Deary! The master of making history fun, Terry Deary, turns his attention to England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales in full colour. From gory stories of the Black Death, the Battle of Culloden and London's Jack the Ripper, it's all in Horrible Histories: Britain and Ireland: fully illustrated throughout and packed with hair-raising stories - with all the horribly hilarious bits included the perfect series for anyone looking for a fun and informative read Horrible Histories has been entertaining children and families for generations with books, TV, stage show, magazines, games and 2019's brilliantly funny Horrible Histories: the Movie - Rotten Romans. Get your history right here and collect the whole horrible lot.Read all about it!

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From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, now a TV show and movie, who has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide.Named ''outstanding children''s non-fiction author of the 20th century'' by Books for Keeps Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a rip-roaringly funny collection of Viking tales based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+.The Eye of the Viking God: Norway, 793 CE. Fleece was snatched by Viking warriors when she was a young girl. Now she must work for a bullying farmer and his family, looking after their sheep. She longs to return to the country where she was born, but how will she ever make that journey back across the sea? The Battle for the Viking Gold: Whitby, Northern England, 867 CE. Edwin and Luke are young boys training to be monks. It''s a quiet life until suddenly the Vikings invade. The boys are terrified of the fearsome Danes, whose gods are even more terrifying warriors than they are. What will happen if the boys are caught?The Sword of the Viking King: Wessex, England, 878 CE. Fortune is not on the side of the English and the Vikings will soon control all the land. Even young Ethelbert believes he could do a better job than King Alfred. Little does he know that soon he will be called on to prove it. The Hand of the Viking Warrior: North America, 1009 CE. The conquering Vikings are delighted to reach North America. The land is green and fertile - it''s the perfect place to establish a new home. But first they must learn to get on with the native people.Terry Deary’s Terrible True Tales: Vikings explores the world of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. Packed with fun illustrations by Helen Flook, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable Viking settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.

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Put the pedal to the metal! Discover all the foul factsbehind the story of cars and automobiles across the world withhistory's most horrible headlines: motor edition.The master of making history fun, Terry Deary, turns his attentionto the road. From scalding steam engines topreposterous propellor powered vehicles, awfulaccidents to rebellious road raiders,cursed cars and risky racers, it's all inHorrible Histories: On the Road:fully illustrated throughout and packed with hair-raisingstories - with all the horribly hilarious bits includedwith a fresh take on the classic Horrible Historiesstyle, perfect for fans old and newthe perfect series for anyone looking for a funand informative readHorrible Histories has been entertaining childrenand families for generations with books, TV, stage show, magazines,games and 2019's brilliantly funny HorribleHistories: the Movie - Rotten Romans.Get your history right here and collect the whole horrible lot.Read all about it!

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Readers can discover all the foul facts about DARK KNIGHTS AND DINGYCASTLES, including why one nutty knight chopped off his own finger,the revolting truth about a gong-farmer's job and what wenton in gruesome castle garderobes. With a bold look these bestsellingtitles are sure to be a huge hit with yet another generationof Terry Deary fans.

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All the Awful Egyptians' most horrible facts ready for readers touncover, including why the Egyptian people worshipped a dung beetle,which pharaoh married her grandfather and what the 'Shepherdof the Royal Backside' had to do! These bestselling titles are sureto be a huge hit with yet another generation of Terry Deary fans.

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Keep your hands inside the boat at all times! Discover all the terrifying tales about the number one river in London with history's most horrible headlines: Terrible Thames edition. The master of making history fun, Terry Deary, turns his attention to the Thames. From gory stories of death, crime, creepy creatures and more to freezing Frost Fairs which included an elephant parade over the ice, it's all in Horrible Histories: Terrible Thames: fully illustrated throughout and packed with hair-raising stories - with all the horribly hilarious bits included with a fresh take on the classic Horrible Histories style, perfect for fans old and new the perfect series for anyone looking for a fun and informative read Horrible Histories has been entertaining children and families for generations with books, TV, stage show, magazines, games and 2019's brilliantly funny Horrible Histories: the Movie - Rotten Romans.Get your history right here and collect the whole horrible lot. Read all about it!

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Discover all the foul facts about the city with Roman and Viking roots with history's most horrible headlines: York edition. The master of making history fun, Terry Deary, turns his attention to the historical town of York. From ambling through the blood-soaked Shambles to climbing to the pikes of Micklegate, where so many traitor's heads were displayed, it's all in Horrible Histories: York: fully illustrated throughout and packed with hair-raising stories - with all the horribly hilarious bits included with a fresh take on the classic Horrible Histories style, perfect for fans old and new the perfect series for anyone looking for a fun and informative read Horrible Histories has been entertaining children and families for generations with books, TV, stage show, magazines, games and 2019's brilliantly funny Horrible Histories: the Movie - Rotten Romans.Get your history right here and collect the whole horrible lot. Read all about it!

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Discover all the foul facts about the Rotten Romans inthis classic Horrible Histories title. These bestselling titles are sure to be a hugehit with yet another generation of Terry Deary fans. With a striking newspaper look throughout!

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The master of making history fun, Terry Deary, turns his attentionto the foul but fascinating Horrible History of the World, frombrain-nibbling Neanderthals to terrified teenage soldiers in thetwentieth century. A brand new classic Horrible Histories book,perfect for fans old and new.

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The ridiculously funny history of Britain for adults from the multimillion-copy bestselling author of the Horrible Histories, perfect for fans of Unruly by David Mitchell. 'If you could take just one history book to a desert island, this would be it. It is laugh out loud funny' Conn Iggulden, bestselling author of the Emperor series---------Ah, Britain. So special. The greatest nation on earth, some say. And we did it all on our own. Didn’t we…? As it happens Britannia got its name from the Romans, and for the past two centuries we have been ruled by Germans. As Horrible Histories author Terry Deary argues, nations and their leaders are defined by the enemies they make. You might even say those enemies made Britain what it is today... For instance, did you know:· Elizabeth I would count as a minor royal without the Spanish Armada?· Without the Nazis, Churchill would be remembered as an opposition windbag?· And the surprisingly sadistic Boudica would be forgotten if it weren't for the Roman Ninth Legion?After all, every nation sometimes needs a bit of unifying Blitz spirit, right? (although in an ideal world, we wouldn’t have accidentally let Corporal Hitler go in the first place). A History of Britain in Ten Enemies is a witty, whistlestop tour of British history that will have you laughing as you find out what they didn't teach you in school. ---------'Ram-packed with mind-blowing facts, hilarious characters, and little-known tales' Dan Schreiber, author of The Theory of Everything Else ‘Packed with dinner-party-worthy anecdotes, the kind that will delight history buffs and newcomers alike’ Alice Loxton, The Telegraph 'Playful, cheeky, and very clever, this is a book for anyone who ever wished there was a Horrible Histories for grown-ups' Kate Lister, author of A Curious History of Sex ‘Told with characteristic wit and verve…not just an eye-opener, but a mind-opener’ Tracy Borman, author of The Private Lives of the Tudors Number 1 Sunday Times bestseller May 2025

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Readers can discover the foul facts about the SCOTLAND, includingthe truth about William Wallace, the disgusting details of sickScottish torture techniques, and how to terrify a tourist with Scottishghost stories. With a bold, accessible new look, these bestsellingtitles are sure to be a huge hit with yet another generationof Terry Deary fans.

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All the foul facts about the Frightful First World War are readyto uncover, including how sniffing your own pee could save your lifein a gas attack and why a pair of old socks gave away top Germansecrets. These bestselling titles are sure to be a huge hit withyet another generation of Terry Deary fans.

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The ridiculously funny history of Britain for adults from the multimillion-copy bestselling author of the Horrible Histories, perfect for fans of Unruly by David Mitchell. 'If you could take just one history book to a desert island, this would be it. It is laugh out loud funny' Conn Iggulden, bestselling author of the Emperor series---------Ah, Britain. So special. The greatest nation on earth, some say. And we did it all on our own. Didn’t we…? As it happens Britannia got its name from the Romans, and for the past two centuries we have been ruled by Germans. As Horrible Histories author Terry Deary argues, nations and their leaders are defined by the enemies they make. You might even say those enemies made Britain what it is today... For instance, did you know:· Elizabeth I would count as a minor royal without the Spanish Armada?· Without the Nazis, Churchill would be remembered as an opposition windbag?· And the surprisingly sadistic Boudica would be forgotten if it weren't for the Roman Ninth Legion?After all, every nation sometimes needs a bit of unifying Blitz spirit, right? (although in an ideal world, we wouldn’t have accidentally let Corporal Hitler go in the first place). A History of Britain in Ten Enemies is a witty, whistlestop tour of British history that will have you laughing as you find out what they didn't teach you in school. ---------'Ram-packed with mind-blowing facts, hilarious characters, and little-known tales' Dan Schreiber, author of The Theory of Everything Else ‘Packed with dinner-party-worthy anecdotes, the kind that will delight history buffs and newcomers alike’ Alice Loxton, The Telegraph 'Playful, cheeky, and very clever, this is a book for anyone who ever wished there was a Horrible Histories for grown-ups' Kate Lister, author of A Curious History of Sex ‘Told with characteristic wit and verve…not just an eye-opener, but a mind-opener’ Tracy Borman, author of The Private Lives of the Tudors Number 1 Sunday Times bestseller May 2025

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Readers can discover all the foul facts about WALES, including whyDruids split humans in half, how the Normans outwitted the Welshwith a lump of ham and how an army of Welsh mums fought off theFrench once and for all. These bestselling titles are sure to bea huge hit with yet another generation of Terry Deary fans.

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All the foul facts about the Measly Middle Ages are ready to uncover,including why chickens had their bottoms shaved, a genuine jester'sjoke and what ten-year-old treacle was used for. These bestsellingtitles are sure to be a huge hit with yet another generationof Terry Deary fans.

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From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named ''the outstanding children''s non-fiction author of the 20th century'' by Books For Keeps____________________387 BCRome is under attack from the vicious Gauls and the barbarian army is now preparing to besiege the Temple of Juno on Capitol Hill, home of Brutus, a trainee priest. The temple''s inhabitants are offered help from the army of Lord Furius, but are not sure if he is to be trusted. However, when rescue eventually comes it is from an even moreunlikely source...A tale based on one of the most famous of all Roman legends, full of Terry Deary''s dark humour and dry wit.____________________‘Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue....just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers'' interest in all things historical.’ Books For Keeps

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Get to grips with Home Front life with Terry Deary, the master ofmaking history fun. From what really happened in Dad's Army to theperils of air raids, and why the Blitzed Brits were eating chicken-fruit,sinkers and nutty. It's all in Horrible Histories: BlitzedBrits.

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Jump into Celtic life with Terry Deary, the master of making historyfun. Discover why Celtic warriors fought without any kit on,how they preserved their enemy's brains once they'd won the fightand why it was perfectly normal to laugh at funerals. It's all inHorrible Histories: Cut-Throat Celts. Read all about it!

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From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named ''the outstanding children''s non-fiction author of the 20th century'' by Books For Keeps____________________King Vortigern thinks he''s so clever but his servant Mervyn knows he is playing a dangerous game. Can Mervyn keep the King safe from the invading Saxons, Pictish raiders, and a beautiful Saxon princess?Join master storyteller Terry Deary for a trip back in time to Saxon times and an exciting adventure.____________________‘Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue....just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers'' interest in all things historical.’ Books For Keeps

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Readers can discover all the foul facts about the AWESOME EGYPTIANS,including why some pharaohs wore false beards, which king hadthe most blackheads and revolting recipes for 3000 year old sweets. These bestselling titles are sure to be a huge hit with yet anothergeneration of Terry Deary fans.

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Discover all the foul facts about the history of royalty with history's most horrible headlines: Cruel Kings and Mean Queens edition. The master of making history fun, Terry Deary, turns his attention to the nobility. From which king died after falling off the toilet and why people thought King John was a werewolf to why Queen Anne's feet were covered in garlic.It's all in Horrible Histories: Cruel Kings and Mean Queens: fully illustrated throughout and packed with hair-raising stories - with all the horribly hilarious bits included with a fresh take on the classic Horrible Histories style, perfect for fans old and new the perfect series for anyone looking for a fun and informative read Horrible Histories has been entertaining children and families for generations with books, TV, stage show, magazines, games and 2019's brilliantly funny Horrible Histories: the Movie - Rotten Romans. Get your history right here and collect the whole horrible lot. Read all about it!

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Readers can discover all the foul facts about the RUTHLESS ROMANS,including which emperor enjoyed eating camel's heels, who werethe terrible twins who founded Rome and which evil emperors mademurder a sport. These bestselling titles are sure to be a huge hitwith yet another generation of Terry Deary fans.

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From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named ''the outstanding children''s non-fiction author of the 20th century'' by Books For Keeps_______________This brand new, thrilling adventure from Terry Deary brings the closing days of the First World War to life. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and John Boyne.It''s 1918 and the Great War is entering its final phase. In northern France, young Aimee has just found out that her mother is part of a spy network working with the British. After reluctantly befriending Marius, a German boy who has been left behind by his countrymen, she must try to help him get back behind German lines while evading a traitor she has helped to discover.This page-turning adventure sheds new light on the First World War and will have readers gripped from start to finish.Book band: Dark BlueIdeal for readers aged 8+_______________‘Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue....just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers'' interest in all things historical’ - Books For Keeps

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A globetrotting, laugh-out-loud funny history for grown-ups from the multi-million copy bestselling author. It is a truth universally acknowledged that the rich and powerful always look after their own and the working people are always revolting. But every now and again, a new group actually manages to seize power, and it changes history. In his new book, Revolting, bestselling Horrible Histories author Terry Deary takes readers on a hilarious and eye-opening journey through some of the most significant rebellions and uprisings that have happened through the ages, including:Ivaylo, the Bulgarian swineherd who managed to fight off the Mongols, slay the Tsar and marry his widow in the space of a year. Spartacus, a touch more modest in his aims, who mainly wanted to go home to see his mum. The two suffragists who posted themselves by Royal Mail to see the prime minister (a first-class idea, though Downing Street declined the parcel). From the peasants to the slaves, the martyrs to the mutineers, Revolting celebrates the resilience and determination of those who dared to challenge the status quo through the ages. Praise for A History of Britain in Ten Enemies:'If you could take just one history book to a desert island, this would be it. It is laugh out loud funny' Conn Iggulden, bestselling author of the Emperor series'Ram-packed with mind-blowing facts, hilarious characters, and little-known tales' Dan Schreiber, author of The Theory of Everything Else‘A book for anyone who ever wished there was a Horrible Histories for grown-ups' Kate Lister, author of A Curious History of Sex‘Not just an eye-opener, but a mind-opener’ Tracy Borman, author of The Private Lives of the Tudors

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Hold your horses, the cat is out the bag! Discover all the amazing and awful facts about barmy beasts and cagey creatures across time with history's most horrible headlines: Animals edition. The master of making history fun, Terry Deary, turns his attention to animals across time. From gory stories of sacrifices in the stone age, murderous games in arenas in Roman times, a clever baboon who was given the job of a railway signal man in the Victorian era all the way up to the inventors of sonar inspired by bats, it's all in Horrible Histories: Animals: fully illustrated throughout and packed with hair-raising stories – with all the horribly hilarious bits included with a fresh take on the classic Horrible Histories style, perfect for fans old and new the perfect series for anyone looking for a fun and informative read Horrible Histories has been entertaining children and families for generations with books, TV, stage show, magazines, games and 2019's brilliantly funny Horrible Histories: the Movie - Rotten Romans.Get your history right here and collect the whole horrible lot. Read all about it!

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Ah, Britain.So special. The greatest nation on earth, some say. And we did it all on our own.Didn't we?As it happens Britannia got its name from the Romans, and for the past two centuries we have been ruled by Germans. As Horrible Histories author Terry Deary argues, nations and their leaders are defined by the enemies they make.- Elizabeth I would count as a minor royal without the Spanish Armada- Without the Nazis, Churchill would be remembered as an opposition windbag- The surprisingly sadistic Boudica would be forgotten if it weren't for the Roman Ninth LegionAnd after all, every nation sometimes needs a bit of unifying Blitz spirit (although in an ideal world, we wouldn't have accidentally let Corporal Hitler go in the first place).The British have a proud history of choosing their enemies, from the Romans to the Germans. You might even say those enemies made Britain what it is today...A History of Britain in Ten Enemies is a witty, whistlestop tour of British history that will have you laughing as you find out what they didn't teach you in school.

Objev podobné jako A History of Britain in Ten Enemies - Terry Deary

Readers can discover all the foul facts about the INCREDIBLE INCAS,including how a bucket of pee could make you beautiful, why servantsate the emperor's hair. With a bold, accessible new look anda heap of extra-horrible bits, these bestselling titles are sureto be a huge hit with yet another generation of Terry Deary fans.

Objev podobné jako Incredible Incas (newspaper edition) - Terry Deary

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named ''the outstanding children''s non-fiction author of the 20th century'' by Books For Keeps_______________Ideal for readers aged 7+A crowded train takes a wrong turn and hurtles at full speed into a section of track that should have been closed for repair. Among the passengers is the writer Charles Dickens. Can young workman Tommy stop the train in time and save the lives of those on board – or is it already too late? In this dramatic re-telling of one of the worst rail accidents in Victorian Britain, the Staplehurst Railway disaster, Terry Deary''s Victorian Tales explore the fascinating world of the Victorians, including many of the incredible achievements and breakthroughs that took place, through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. This edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period._______________‘Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue....just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers'' interest in all things historical’ - Books For Keeps

Objev podobné jako Victorian Tales: Terror on the Train - Terry Deary

A hilarious, riddling tale from the international bestselling author of Horrible Histories, Terry Deary.A wardrobe causes all manner of mayhem in this great fun ghost story! When Mr and Mrs Rundle buy a haunted wardrobe to attract more customers to their inn, there are some unexpected results …Particularly suitable for readers aged 7+ with a reading age of 7.

Objev podobné jako Ghost for Sale - Terry Deary

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named ''the outstanding children''s non-fiction author of the 20th century'' by Books For Keeps____________________AD 51Bran is a slave, a prisoner of Rome, but dreams of one day returning to his homeland, Britannia, to fight against the Romans. When the proud young slave is overheard criticizing Rome, he is thrown into prison and faces execution the next day. Luckily, his cell mate Caratacus is a very special prisoner indeed - a British chief. He believes he has a way to save both their skins, but he''ll need Bran''s help.A tale based on a key moment in Roman history, full of Terry Deary''s dark humour and dry wit.____________________‘Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue....just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers'' interest in all things historical.’ Books For Keeps

Objev podobné jako Roman Tales: The Captive Celt - Terry Deary

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named ''the outstanding children''s non-fiction author of the 20th century'' by Books For Keeps____________________AD 64Rome is a frightening place. But little does Christian slave girl Mary realise the dangers that await her when she accompanies her master to the city. It is the day of the chariot races and Mary finds herself the only witness to a terrible crime. Soon it is not just the thieves and drunks she has to worry about, but someone far more cruel and powerful...A tale based on a key moment in Roman history, full of Terry Deary''s dark humour and dry wit.____________________‘Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue....just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers'' interest in all things historical.’ Books For Keeps

Objev podobné jako Roman Tales: The Fatal Fire - Terry Deary

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named ''the outstanding children''s non-fiction author of the 20th century'' by Books For Keeps_______________Ideal for readers aged 7+Mesopotamia, 2500 years agoEveryone in the tribe must work; all the men go hunting for bulls and mountain lions - apart from Sin-leqi, that is. Sin-leqi stays home and reads tablets in the great temples. The tablets tell tales of the legendary Gilgamesh, tales that are so fantastical that lazy Sin-leqi doesn''t have to work, as long as he keeps telling them. But when the story comes to end, Sin-leqi is in trouble... A brand new and exciting tale, based on real historical and archaeological evidence, this story is full of Terry Deary''s imaginative style and dry wit.Book band: Grey________________‘Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue....just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers'' interest in all things historical’ - Books For Keeps

Objev podobné jako Stone Age Tales: The Great Monster - Terry Deary

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named ''the outstanding children''s non-fiction author of the 20th century'' by Books For Keeps_______________A fast-paced Stone Age adventure ideal for readers aged 7+.Skara Brae, Orkney, Scotland. 5000 years ago.On the cold and windy island of Skara Brae, Tuc and his sister Storm try to catch birds in their fishing net. They eat fish day in, day out, and they''re sick of it. But when a thief steals half their tribe''s winter food stores, being bored of their dinner is the least of their problems. What if they starve? And even worse, what if it''s true that their father''s the thief?An exciting tale based on real historical and archaeological evidence, this story is full of Terry Deary''s imaginative style and dry wit. With helpful reading notes to extend learning, this book is the perfect springboard for further study of the Stone Age under the Key Stage 2 National Curriculum.Book band: Grey_______________‘Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue....just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers'' interest in all things historical’ - Books For Keeps

Objev podobné jako Stone Age Tales: The Great Storm - Terry Deary

TERRIBLE TRAITORS is a horrible compendium of the worst traitorsin history. The master of making history fun, Terry Deary,turns his attention to 50 brutal backstabbers across history.

Objev podobné jako Terrible Traitors - Terry Deary

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named ''the outstanding children''s non-fiction author of the 20th century'' by Books For Keeps_______________Ideal for readers aged 7+King Henry VII is a mean and ruthless king and when a young boy named Lambert Simnel lays claim to the throne, Henry is furious. Lambert is no match for the powerful king – can he escape the extraordinary punishment he faces? Terry Deary’s Tudor Tales explore the infamous world of the Tudors through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable Tudor settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period._______________‘Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue....just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers'' interest in all things historical’ - Books For Keeps

Objev podobné jako Tudor Tales: The Prince, the Cook and the Cunning King - Terry Deary

Readers can discover all the foul facts about the SLIMY STUARTS,including why some slimy Stuarts ate toads, snails and fleas, whichking picked his nose and never washed his hands and why peoplewore fish on their feet (bleeugh!). These bestselling titles aresure to be a huge hit with yet another generation of Terry Dearyfans.

Objev podobné jako Slimy Stuarts (newspaper edition) - Terry Deary

This mini pocket Dublin travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Dublin. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and top tips on how to make the most of your trip. It''s sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.In this Dublin guidebook, you will find:Curated recommendations of places – expert picks of main attractions, child-friendly activities and relaxing spots, plus where to take the best photosWhat''s new, when to go and sustainable travel – all-new features direct you to what you need to knowThings not to miss in Dublin – O''Connell Street, Kilmainham Gaol, The Guinness Storehouse Tour, Custom House, Trinity College, Phoneix Park, National Gallery, Temple Bar, Christchurch, Dublin CastleThree unique trip plans – itinerary suggestions for those on a short break, including one for a Perfect dayFood and drink – recommendations for local specialities and the best dining experiencesWhat to do in Dublin – recommendations for entertainment, shopping, sports, children’s activities, events and nightlifePractical information – how to get there and around, money, health and medical care, and tourist informationOverview maps – handy maps on the inside cover flaps show Dublin and around section – basic vocabulary and phrases from the local languageStriking pictures – inspirational colour photography throughoutFree download of the eBook – available after purchase of the printed guidebookCoverage includes: Around Grafton Street, Old Dublin, Georgian Dublin, North of the River, South of the City, North of the City, West of the City

Objev podobné jako The Mini Rough Guide to Dublin: Travel Guide with eBook - Rough Guides, Kate Drynan

The world’s favourite pocket travel guidesMake the most of your trip to Dublin with this Top 10 guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Dublin has to offer and ensuring that you don’t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.Inside this guide to Dublin, you’ll find:- Top 10 lists of Dublin''s must-sees and must-dos, including visiting Dublin Castle, exploring Phoenix Park and taking a trip to the Guinness Storehouse for a free pint- Dublin’s most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping- Themed lists, including the best pubs, historic building and monuments, Dublin writers, Irish legends and myths and much more- Brand-new itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a week- A laminated pull-out map of Dublin, plus six full-colour area mapsDK’s Top 10 travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.Looking for more on Ireland’s culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Ireland travel guide.

Objev podobné jako DK Top 10 Dublin - DK Travel

Lonely Planet''s Pocket Dublinis your guide to the city''s best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Step back in time at Kilmainham Gaol, admire art at the Hugh Lane Gallery, and sample a pint at the Guinness Storehouse; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Dublin and make the most of your trip!Inside Lonely Planet''s Pocket Dublin:Full-colour maps and travel photography throughoutHighlightsand itineraries help you tailor a trip to your personal needs and interestsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missConvenient pull-out Dublin map (included in print version), plus over 20 colour neighbourhood mapsUser-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your timeCovers Grafton St, Merrion Square, Temple Bar, Kilmainham and the Liberties, North of the Liffey, the Phoenix Park, Docklands, Southside and moreThe Perfect Choice:Lonely Planet''s Pocket Dublin, an easy-to-use guide filled with top experiences - neighborhood by neighborhood - that literally fits in your pocket. Make the most of a quick trip to Dublin with trusted travel advice to get you straight to the heart of the city.Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all of Dublin''s neighbourhoods? Check out Lonely Planet''s Dublin city guide.Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet''s Ireland guide for a comprehensive look at all that the country has to offer.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we''ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You''ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.''Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.''Â New York Times''Lonely Planet. It''s on everyone''s bookshelves; it''s in every traveller''s hands. It''s on mobile phones. It''s on the Internet. It''s everywhere, and it''s telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.''Â Fairfax Media (Australia)

Objev podobné jako Lonely Planet Pocket Dublin - Wilson Neil, Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet: The world''s leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet''s Dublinis your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Find your favourite Dublin pub, stroll the quadrangles of Trinity College, and learn about Ireland''s struggle for independence at Kilmainham Gaol - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Dublin and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet''s Dublin:NEW pull-out, passport-size ''Just Landed'' card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotelColour maps and images throughoutHighlightsand itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interestsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missCultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politicsOver30 mapsCovers Grafton Street, Camden St, Merrion Square, Temple Bar, Kilmainham & the Liberties, North of the Liffey, Docklands, the Grand Canal, Southside, and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet''s Dublinis our most comprehensive guide to Dublin, and is perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences.Looking for just the highlights? Check out Pocket Dublin, our smaller guide featuring the best sights and experiences for a short visit or weekend trip.Want more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet''s Ireland for an in-depth guide to the country.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world''s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we''ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You''ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more.TripAdvisor Travelers'' Choice Awards 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category''Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.'' - New York Times''Lonely Planet. It''s on everyone''s bookshelves, it''s in every traveler''s hands. It''s on mobile phones. It''s on the Internet. It''s everywhere, and it''s telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.'' - Fairfax Media (Australia)

Objev podobné jako Lonely Planet Dublin - Lonely Planet, Davenport Fionn

Let PopOut Map Dublin guide you around this wonderful city. Experience the Irish charm of Dublin with the help of this genuinely pocket-sized, pop-up map. Small in size, yet big on detail, this compact, dependable Dublin city map will ensure you don''t miss a thing.Includes two pop-up maps covering central & greater DublinAdditional maps covering Temple Bar, Phoenix Park and around Dublin are also included Handy, self-folding tourist map is small enough to fit in your pocket yet offers extensive coverage of the city in an easy-to-use formatThorough street index is also featured and cross-referenced to the map so you can easily find your destinationHotels, restaurants, stores and attractions are all included on the mapsIdeal to pop in a pocket or bag for quick reference while exploring the city. Contents include maps of: Central DublinGreater DublinTemple BarPhoenix ParkAround DublinFold size: 95mm x 130mm / 3.75 inches x 5.25 inchesSheet size: 215mm x 225mm / 8.5 inches x 9.75 inches

Objev podobné jako Dublin PopOut Map - pocket size, pop up map of Dublin city centre