You Are History: From the Alarm Clock to the Toilet, the Amazing History of the Things You Use Every Day von Greg Jenner

Kategorie: Bücher
Seiten / Format: 144 S
Erscheinungsjahr: 2022
Verlag: Walker Books
Sprache: Englisch
ISBN: 9781406395679

Full of hilarious true stories and fascinating, unexpected facts, this book is brilliant for history fans. The Week Junior

From the alarm clock to the toilet, discover the incredible history all around you in this hilarious and fascinating book from popular historian and podcaster Greg Jenner.<br>Thought history was only in museums? Think again! Join Greg Jenner as he takes you on a trip through the amazing history hidden in the things you use every day. Did you know that the first TV was made out of biscuit tins and knitting needles? Or that the humble paperclip helped lead an anti-war movement? Or that a few hundred years ago it was fashionable to style your hair with cat poo?! Find out the delightful, daft and downright deadly history of your everyday life that your teachers won't tell you about. Bursting with humorous illustrations and entertaining true stories, this is history - but not as you know it!

1GBGreg Jenner is a historian, best-selling author and podcast host, best-known for his chart-topping BBC podcast,You're Dead to Me.He was previously historical consultant for the BAFTA award-winningHorrible Historiesseries.

Jenny Taylor is an illustrator and graphic designer originally from Scotland, but now living in Preston, Lancashire. Drawing stories since 1997, when she first discovered what pencils and paints could really do, she finally achieved her childhood dream with these books about aliens and jam. When not drawing, Jenny enjoys long walks in the shade with her ginger companion,"attempting"new and complicated recipes or watching her favourite animated movies. You can find more of Jenny's work at www.jennytaylordesign.com and on Instagram @jennytaylordraws

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