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從木馬屠城記到奧林匹克賽場，從阿基米德的奇思妙想到雅典與斯巴達的對峙，本書收錄四則取材自真實事件的古希臘故事。以孩子為主角，幽默筆法描寫歷史現場，搭配插圖與延伸學習內容，讓7歲以上讀者輕鬆進入古文明的世界。'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 announ

想像你生活在金字塔旁、法老殿堂裡，甚至陰森的尼羅河畔。這本書用四個不同角色的冒險，帶出古埃及社會的多樣面貌與歷史真相。故事驚險又充滿笑點，圖文並茂，入門古埃及文化。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

Refreshed, renewed, reloaded! Readers can discover all the foul facts about WALES, including: why Druids split humans in half, how the Normans outwitted the Welsh with a lump of ham and how an army of Welsh mums fought off the French once and for all. With a bold, accessible new look and a heap of extra-horrible bits, these bestselling titles are sure to be a huge hit with yet another generation of Terry Deary fans. With shiny foil cover

Awful EgyptiansIt's history with the nasty bits left in! Want to know: Which king had the worst blackheads? Why some kings had to wear false beards? Why the peasants were revolting? Discover all the foul facts about the Awful Egyptians - all the gore and more!Rotten RomansIt's history with the nasty bits left in! Want to know: What Roman soldiers wore under their kilts? How Ancient Britons got their hair nice and spikey? Why rich Romans needed a vomitorium? Discover all the foul facts about the Rotten Romans - all the gore and more!Measly Middle AgeIt's history with the nasty bits left in! Want to know: A genuine jester's joke? Why chickens had their bottoms shaved? What ten-year-old treacle was used for? Discover all the foul facts about the Measly Middle Ages - all the gore and more!Vicious VikingsIt's history with the nasty bits left in! Want to know: Why some vicious Vikings had names like Fat-thighs, Oaf and Stinking? How to build a vicious Viking longboat? Which vicious Viking go

歷史總是由勝利者寫的？那叛亂者的故事誰來說？別再相信課本裡那套「和平漸進」說法了！在 Revolting 中，Terry Deary 將帶你見識歷史上那些「不想再忍」的人們——從推翻沙皇的豬倌、為選票奮戰的 suffragists，到每一位不甘於被統治的平民百姓。這些人有的成功、有的失敗，但他們都有一樣東西：膽識。還有，一點點瘋狂。本書延續 Horrible Histories 系列風格，以幽默筆調講述嚴肅主題，適合歷史迷！Remember, remember the 4th of November... *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.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.Few enjoy the success of Ivaylo, the Bulgarian swineherd who managed to fight off the Mongols, slay the Tsar and marry his widow in the space of a year.But then, some rebels have more modest aims: Spartacus mainly wanted to go home to see his mum. Either way, we have much to learn from the tactics of revolutionaries gone

四則以真實事件為靈感的故事，帶領讀者走入殘酷又荒謬的都鐸王朝：從假王子挑戰亨利七世、少女智鬥狡詐家庭與殘暴國王，到女巫獵殺與伊莉莎白女王的宮廷陰謀。以孩子的視角說歷史，搭配插圖與延伸學習說明，兼具娛樂與知識！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, fearso

從挪威到英格蘭，甚至遠征北美，本書以四則扣人心弦的真實歷史為背景，描寫孩子們在維京時代的生存挑戰與勇氣選擇。幽默筆調結合真實人物與事件，搭配插畫與延伸學習指引，是讓7歲以上孩子愛上歷史的好選擇！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 lif

幽默與謎團交織的推理故事。1973年，一列夜車駛向紐卡斯爾，四位陌生人共乘一節車廂。有人開口說：「其實，我是個殺人犯。」一句話，讓他們的人生開始崩解。隔日，其中一人死亡，一人成為勒索者，另一人則被迫犯罪。故事在小鎮警官 Aline 的冷靜觀察下展開，她似乎也另有所圖。當命案接二連三發生，兇手究竟藏在何處？又還會有誰是下一位受害者？由《Horrible Histories》作者 Terry Deary 所寫的犯罪小說，風格幽默機智、節奏明快，推薦給喜愛 Anthony Horowitz、Janice Hallett 或《Knives Out》風格的讀者。'[A] smart, funny and deftly executed page turner' GUARDIAN'Sinister and hilarious. Great fun' SUN'Dark, witty . .. had me racing for the end' JANICE HALLETT'Extraordinarily fun and oh-so-gripping' i PAPER'Funny, and so very, very clever . .. the most fun I've had reading a book in a long time ' M. W.CRAVEN'Wonderful' IAN MOORE______________A hilarious and whip-smart crime novel by the multimillion-copy bestselling author of the Horrible Histories. The perfect mystery for fans of Anthony Horowitz, Richard Osman and Janice Hallett.Four strangers on a train. An unlikely introduction:'Actually, I'm a murderer.'It is 1973 and the lives of four people are thrown into turmoil when sharing a carriage with an unremarkab

Terry Deary 用他一貫幽默、機智的筆調，帶我們重新認識英國歷史，但這回的切入點不是偉人傳記或戰役分析，而是「敵人」。從羅馬帝國到納粹德國，他描繪十位歷史對手如何無意間形塑了英國的命運。書中歷史細節生動，觀點獨到，不只令人會心一笑，更促人思考：國家的認同究竟是如何建立的？這是一本結合知識與娛樂的歷史書，適合喜歡《Unruly》或《Horrible Histories》的讀者，讓您從不同視角重新翻讀英國史。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 cou

從目擊火災陰謀的女僕、捲入羅馬權力漩渦的凱爾特奴隸，到神殿圍城與鬧鬼花園，四位孩子見證了羅馬帝國的榮光與黑暗。本書以幽默筆調改編真實歷史，搭配插圖與延伸學習內容，讓7歲以上讀者在冒險中理解古羅馬的生活與傳說。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

This brand new, exciting adventure from bestselling Horrible Histories author Terry Deary brings the Second World War to life. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and John Boyne. World War II has beg

This brand new, thrilling adventure from bestselling 'Horrible Histories' author Terry Deary brings the closing days of the First World War to life. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and John Boyne

Ten classic foil-covered editions in an attractive slipcase for Horrible Histories buffs and new converts alike!Titles Include:Awful EgyptiansGroovy GreeksRotten RomansTerrifying TudorsVicious VikingsVile VictoriansFrightful First World WarGorgeous GeorgiansMeasly Middle AgesWoeful Second World War.Terry Deary. Ten softcovers with B/W illustrations, each approx 144 pp. Upper Primary/Lower Secondary.

Stories of the First World War from the bestselling Terry Deary, author of the hugely successful Horrible Histories. Flanders, 1914. The German and British soldiers in the trenches make an unofficial

Stories of the First World War from the bestselling Terry Deary, author of the hugely successful Horrible Histories. Flanders, 1914. The German and British soldiers in the trenches make an unofficial

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Jane and John have uncovered a wicked plot to steal the throne from Queen Elizabeth I of England while she watches a play. Can they stop it in time

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Down at the theatre, Sam is about to star in Shakespeare's new play, Romeo and Juliet, but people are whispering that a plague is spreading through

All the foul facts about the Frightful First World War are ready to uncover, including how sniffing your own pee could save your life in a gas attack and why a pair of old socks gave away top German s

All the most horrible facts about the Gorgeous Georgians ready for readers to uncover, including their sneaky schemes for hiding personal hygiene problems and the schoolchildren who went to war with t

The reign of Elizabeth I - a Golden Age? Try asking her subjects...Elizabethans did all they could to survive in an age of sin and bling, of beddings and beheadings, galleons and guns. Explorers set s

The author of children's series Horrible Histories presents the second installment of history's terrors and torments, diseases and deaths, in his popular history series for adults—Bill Bryson meets Bl

Hare-brained schemes and clever wisecracks abound in this fun comedy. A 'pirate' crew set sail across their local park pond in a homemade boat - there's treasure to be found! But will the gang of mode

A popular football-tale-with-a-twist from Horrible Histories author Terry Deary. Jud is football mad but never seems to get a chance on the pitch. But then Seaburn football team meet their rivals and

Fascinating historical fiction. Five strangers meet in the crowds to watch Dick Turpin hang. Each has a fascinating story to tell about the famous highwayman...but which are true and which are lies? F

Stories of the First World War from the bestselling Terry Deary, author of the hugely successful Horrible Histories. Flanders, 1914. The German and British soldiers in the trenches make an unofficial

Esther and George have never met but both their lives have been touched by war. Will they be forced to give up their beloved sports, or will sport be the very thing that gets them through? Touching st

Readers can discover all the foul facts about the USA, including which president was so scared of electric switches that he slept with his light on, why cowboys declared war on sheep and how to have a

Readers can discover all the foul facts about the Angry Aztecs, including why the Aztecs liked to eat scum, when the world is going to end and their horrible habit of drinking live toads in wine. This

Learn all about the INCREDIBLE INCAS, with all the nasty bits left in. Find out the horrible truth, like how a bucket of stewed pee could make you beautiful, why servants ate the emperor's hair and wh

Flight of the Fire Thief continues the hilarious fantastical adventures of Prometheus, the Greek demigod who stole fire from the gods and gave it to the human race. To escape the gods' revenge, Promet

The Time Detectives set out on each adventure determined to uncover as many historical clues and evidence as possible to help them solve some of history's most enduring mysteries. In this story, the d

From killer king Oedipus to monstrous Medusa's horrible hair, Terry Deary presents the classic Greek legends ... with a modern twist. Heracles sits his SATs and the wife of Zeus spills the beans about

Readers can discover all the foul facts about the AWFUL EGYPTIANS, including why people worshipped a dung beetle, which pharaoh married her grandfather and what the 'Shepherd of the Royal Backside' ha

Readers can discover all the foul facts about WALES, including why Druids split humans in half, how the Normans outwitted the Welsh with a lump of ham and how an army of Welsh mums fought off the Fren

Now available in paperback, The Fire Thief hilariously reimagines the myth of Prometheus, the Greek demigod who stole fire from the gods and gave it to the human race. To escape the gods' revenge, Pro