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libkatem's review
5.0
I picked this book up randomly in London. Is it trite to say it's interesting? It really was. It's not life-changing, it's just fun and funny history.
gemmiejewel's review
4.0
Plot
For some unknown reason the most interesting bits of history are kept out of lessons and away from syllabuses. Now, 'The Interesting Bits' rights this wrong. It is a treasure trove of those surprising, eccentric, chaotic, baffling asides that don't fit neatly into history's official narrative.
Review
Horrible Histories for grown ups is the best way of describing this really funny read. As an historian, I knew most of the facts in here already but Justin Pollard gives these facts in short, snappy ways to allow those with even a passing interest in history to love this book. Some of the facts are sad but most will have you giggling if not spitting out your tea.
A really fun read for Non-Fiction November
Rating
4 stars
Recommend
Yes - especially for those who love their history.
For some unknown reason the most interesting bits of history are kept out of lessons and away from syllabuses. Now, 'The Interesting Bits' rights this wrong. It is a treasure trove of those surprising, eccentric, chaotic, baffling asides that don't fit neatly into history's official narrative.
Review
Horrible Histories for grown ups is the best way of describing this really funny read. As an historian, I knew most of the facts in here already but Justin Pollard gives these facts in short, snappy ways to allow those with even a passing interest in history to love this book. Some of the facts are sad but most will have you giggling if not spitting out your tea.
A really fun read for Non-Fiction November
Rating
4 stars
Recommend
Yes - especially for those who love their history.
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