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Rowdy Revolutions (Horrible Histories)

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I cannot possibly say enough about how much my nine-year-old loves the entire series of Horrible History books. He devours them, so I am very grateful that Mr. Deary wrote so many. I only wish that we could get the Horrible History television show here in the US. We stayed with a friend in the UK and my son watched the episodes over and over again. They're hysterical. My son knows way more about history now than I do and it's wonderful to see him enjoying reading so much. (FYI the 'horrible' description is really just the best and funniest stuff to a nine-year-old. It doesn't worry me at all).

The "Horrible Histories" books deliver up historical facts regarding American, European and World history in such an entertaining way for 7-12 year-olds, that the children may never notice how much they're learning. During a family vacation to the U.K. we first stumbled upon these books in the bookstore of one of the castles we toured and bought a couple volumes at our then 9 & 12 year-olds' requests in order to keep them occupied in the back seat as we drove several hours to the next stop on our itinerary. Shrieks of laughter ensued from both children not long after we got underway, interspersed with, "Hey, listen to this..." The dreaded long drive passed without complaint from the denizens of the back seat, which was a welcome change, but by the time we arrived at our destination they'd each finished one book, were trading copies, and begging for more. We looked for more "Horrible Histories" as we continued our vacation, returning home to the U.S. with perhaps 8-10, which they re-read on the plane flight home. I bought several other volumes over the next couple years as gifts, which were eagerly received. My children have long outgrown them, but if you have children in this age group, they are sure to enjoy this book.