Cart
Free Shipping in the UK
Proud to be B-Corp

A Question of History: What happened to the pharaoh's brain? And other questions about ancient Egypt Tim Cooke

A Question of History: What happened to the pharaoh's brain? And other questions about ancient Egypt By Tim Cooke

A Question of History: What happened to the pharaoh's brain? And other questions about ancient Egypt by Tim Cooke


8,89 £
Condition - New
Only 2 left

Summary

A lighthearted history series that tackles the questions that children really ask.

A Question of History: What happened to the pharaoh's brain? And other questions about ancient Egypt Summary

A Question of History: What happened to the pharaoh's brain? And other questions about ancient Egypt by Tim Cooke

Take a look at the wackier side of history!

Why did the first pyramids fall down? How did Tutankhamun die? And what really happened to the pharaoh's brain? Discover the answers to these questions and much more in A Question of History: The Ancient Egyptians!

With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating, sometimes gruesome, world of famous peoples and civilisations through history. Each spread opens with a simple question, opening up an exploration of an aspect of the life of a people or civilisation and busting some popular myths along the way!

The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making history fun and accessible for every young reader.

Titles in the series:
What happened to mummies' brains? And other questions about the Ancient Egyptians
Did the kings of Benin really keep pet leopards? And other questions about the kingdom of Benin
Did the Celts really use hair gel? And other questions about the Stone Age, Iron Age and Bronze Age
Why did the ancient Greeks use elephants in battle? And other questions about the ancient Greeks
Why did the Maya stick needles in their tongues? And other questions about the Maya
Did the Romans really eat flamingos? And other questions about the Romans
Why did the Shang write on turtles? And other questions about the Shang Dynasty
Did the Vikings really wear horns on their helmets? And other questions about the Vikings

About Tim Cooke

Tim Cooke is a graduate of Oxford University. He has worked in children's publishing for over 20 years, and has written or contributed to dozens of books on a wide range of subjects. Among his publications as writer or editor are numerous sets about military history, particularly the American Revolution, the Civil War, World Wars I and II, and the Vietnam War. He has also written extensively about general history, both ancient and modern.

Table of Contents

  • 1: Who were the Ancient Egyptians?
  • 2: Why did Egyptians pray for floods?
  • 3: Which Egyptian kings were actually women?
  • 4: Why did the first pyramids fall down?
  • 5: Why did the Egyptians worship cats?
  • 6: What happened to the pharaoh's brain?
  • 7: Was the Great Pyramid a giant boobytrap?
  • 8: How did an old stone reveal secret writings?
  • 9: Did Tutankhamun die in a traffic accident?
  • 10: Why did the Egyptians have such terrible teeth?
  • 11: What gave Nefertiti black eyes?
  • 12: Why was Cleopatra rolled up in a carpet?
  • 13: Quick-fire questions
  • 14: Glossary
  • 15: Further information
  • 16: Index

Additional information

NGR9781526314932
9781526314932
1526314932
A Question of History: What happened to the pharaoh's brain? And other questions about ancient Egypt by Tim Cooke
New
Paperback
Hachette Children's Group
2021-10-14
32
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a new book - be the first to read this copy. With untouched pages and a perfect binding, your brand new copy is ready to be opened for the first time

Customer Reviews - A Question of History: What happened to the pharaoh's brain? And other questions about ancient Egypt