Books in Very Peculiar History series

Which king's guards massacred his supporters by mistake? Who had an oversized tongue and slobbered when he ate? Who survived seven assassination attempts? It wasn't all thrones and scepters for British monarchs. Some were batty, others vicious, and some became much-loved icons. Meet these rulers, discover their bizarre habits, and enjoy quirky stories, fascinating facts, and fun lists.

Jacqueline Morley explores the story of clothing in a time of crisis. Telling the story of clothes rationing, the Utility Scheme and 'Make-do and Mend', this pocket-sized book takes a thorough look at Britain and other countries, and how they dealt with a drastically reduced supply of clothing in wartime. Featuring black and white illustrations, witty anecdotes and incredible trivia, readers will be entertained and educated.

From what escaping passengers tried to take to whether we'll ever succeed in raising the wreck, this Very Peculiar History commemorates the Titanic. It delves into the human stories of this tragedy, along with background on the ship's incredible engineering and design. A color insert contains a guide to the Titanic's decks, personal letters, and an in-depth look at the disaster.

Dundee the fourth largest city in Scotland, famous for jute, jam and journalism - but that's not all! Fiona MacDonald delves into the very peculiar history of Scotland's best kept secret. From the Picts - and Plots, to the fish and the fleece, learn all about this fascinating Scottish city. Featuring black and white illustrations, witty anecdotes and incredible trivia, readers will be entertained and educated.