English History: Strange But True

By Richard Smyth

Book Overview

Discover the strange side of English history with bizarre and hilarious true tales from every era

From pointy shoes restricted by law to a king who ate the heart of a French monarch, and a queen pursued through Kew Gardens, English history is full of oddities. Richard Smyth presents hundreds of these strange but true facts and anecdotes in a miniature history of England. Delve into the peculiar lives of English monarchs, the bizarre social customs of the past, and the truly unbelievable events that shaped the nation. Perfect for history buffs and trivia enthusiasts alike, this is history as you've never seen it before

Uncover the hidden side of English historyEnjoy bizarre and hilarious anecdotesPerfect for history buffs and trivia enthusiasts

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0750983647
• ISBN13: 9780750983648
• Release Date: July 2017
• Publisher: History Press
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.0" x 7.7"