Do You Find History Boring?

Is History only a bunch of dates to memorize? Then you need to take a look at The Wicked History of the World, by Terry Dreary and Martin Brown. The subtitle -- "History with the Nasty Bits Left in!" -- tells us that this view of history will be very different from any history textbook. There are cartoons, word plays, fake letters, fake news articles, puzzles, and Did You Know... frames to catch your eyes and give you a chuckle. This is also probably the bloodiest history book I have ever seen. The book is packed full of history but it doesn't feel at all like a textbook. You will find the book in the New Book display by the windows (if I can get it away from Mrs. Maass!).
Please note: At the very beginning there is a note that explains that this book was originally published in Great Britain and that the American editors decided not to change "what's already brilliant (translation = really great)." That means that some words may be unfamiliar British words. Fortunately there is a handy glossary in the back to help you.