The 'Top Ten Worst' series counts down the ghastliest ghoulies, the most petrifying pirates, the angriest animals, the nastiest natural disasters, and much, much more!
Le top 10 des piresSéries
Cette série explore dix des événements, inventions ou figures les plus terribles et controversés qui ont façonné l'histoire. Chaque volet examine des détails souvent négligés ou mal interprétés. Elle offre un regard fascinant, bien qu'inquiétant, sur les aspects les plus sombres de l'existence humaine. Préparez-vous à affronter des faits qui remettront en question votre compréhension du passé.
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Which frog uses poison to protect itself? What's more deadly, a mosquito or a crocodile? Find out in "Top Ten Worst: Killer Animals". Filled with nasty creatures you certainly wouldn't want to meet, this book features advice on how to avoid a shark attack and how to combat a mosquito attack, amongst other fascinating facts and vital statistics. Colourful and humourous illustrations accompany the terrifying text, which features information on how to survive everything from the worst volcanic eruption to the world's deadliest animal. Captions and speech bubbles bring the illustrations to life while 'Vital Statistics' fact boxes fill you in on all the details. It features a full glossary and index, which backs up the scientific and historical information found within the book.
Lists ten horrible and gruesome facts about living in ancient Egypt.
Top Ten Worst Things About Ancient Greece unearths some of the most horrible aspects of Ancient Greek life, from the incredibly dangerous Olympic games to the tough military service of a Spartan soldier. Find out about the grim punishments for slaves, how restricted life was for women and much, much more in this countdown of all things terrible in Ancient Greece.
The author discusses mummies (some famous), the process of mummification and why it was done in Egypt centuries ago. He also touches on mummies from other places. Fully illustrated and written in a humorous yet informative style.
Ruthless Warriors
- 32pages
- 2 heures de lecture
There have been truly tyrannical warriors throughout history, and this book chronicles the worst of the worst. Readers encounter bloodthirsty military leaders like the vengeful Celtic queen Boudicca, the disturbingly ambitious Julius Caesar, and the egotistical Napoleon. The stories of each warrior are presented alongside a series of fascinating facts, including terrifying bits of trivia. Colorful illustrations add to this book in a way that is sure to keep readers engaged.
Creepy Mysteries
- 32pages
- 2 heures de lecture
In this book you'll discover the most mysterious events and stories to still baffle humankind to this day. From ancient wonders like the Easter Island giants to modern mysteries such as the sudden disappearance of the USS Eldridge. Are these conspiracies, magic or just a trick of the mind? Find out which is the oddest in Top Ten Creepy Mysteries. The Top Ten Worst series counts down the ghastliest ghoulies, the most petrifying pirates, the angriest animals, the nastiest natural disasters, and much, much more! Colourful and humourous illustrations accompany the terrifying text, which features information on how to survive everything from the worst volcanic eruption to the world's deadliest animal. Each title explores the facts and the science behind each subject as well as looking at their impact on the world at large. Topics and subjects are put in a geographical and historical context so the reader can breathe a sigh of relief if the threat is very old or far away. Captions and speech bubbles bring the illustrations to life while 'Vital Statistics' fact boxes fill you in on all the details. All titles feature a full glossary and index, which back up the scientific and historical information found within the books.
The fearsome Tyrannosaurus rex may be one of the most well-known dinosaurs but it's not the most scary! In Top Ten Worst Scary Dinosaurs You Wouldn't Want To Meet, you'll find the Vital Statistics of ten of the most awe-inspiring and truly terrfiying dinosaurs that ever lived. What was the biggest swimming dinosaur? Were there any scary herbivores? How did they die out...and will they ever come back? The Top Ten Worst series counts down the ghastliest ghoulies, the most petrifying pirates, the angriest animals, the nastiest natural disasters, and much, much more! Colourful and humourous illustrations accompany the terrifying text, which features information on how to survive everything from the worst volcanic eruption to the world's deadliest animal. Each title explores the facts and the science behind each subject as well as looking at their impact on the world at large. Topics and subjects are put in a geographical and historical context so the reader can breathe a sigh of relief if the threat is very old or far away. Captions and speech bubbles bring the illustrations to life while 'Vital Statistics' fact boxes fill you in on all the details. All titles feature a full glossary and index, which back up the scientific and historical information found within the books.
This book introduces readers to a wide variety of infamous cutthroats and vagabonds from all across the world. Readers will learn about their amazing pirate ships, their fearsome flags, and their fierce weapons. Terrible tales of dastardly deeds await on these pages, readers will learn there's many a fate worse than walking the plank.
This title reveals the grim truth behind the greatest empire of all time - from the evil emperor who made murder a sport to the gruesome and gory gladiator fights which kept the blood-thirsty Romans entertained.
