The Secret Life of Elizabeth I

The Secret Life of Elizabeth I

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Synopsis

If people think the past is dull they haven't seen this book yet. It's witty, anarchic, full of cartoons and jokes. And amidst the fun there are loads of interesting facts about the life and times of Elizabethans. History has never been such a laugh. Did you know: The mane and tail of Elizabeth's horse was dyed orange to match her wig; Elizabeth had one of the world's first flushing toilet. She had her own team of bears for bear-baiting. Her teeth were black from eating too much sugar. Read this book and find out more about the secret life of Elizabeth.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 128
Publisher: Hodder Children's Books
Published: 17 Mar 2005

ISBN 10: 0340884223
ISBN 13: 9780340884225
Children’s book age: 7-9 Years

Media Reviews
provides a way in for less confident readers and whets the appetite of history-phobes.' -- Literacy and Learning 'These bright and breezy books are packed with quirky facts and information. They work equally well as books for dipping into at random or as accessible end-to-end reads.' -- Books for Keeps
Author Bio
Bob always produces interesting text and lively, humorous illustrations. He is the author of 'Who's Who in British History' and 'Who's Who in Science and Technology', as well as the four 'Who? What? When?' books; 'Tudors', 'Victorians', 'World War I' and 'World War II'.