Tudor Tales: The Thief, the Fool and the Big Fat King

Tudor Tales: The Thief, the Fool and the Big Fat King

Author: Terry Deary

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2009-01-01

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13: 1408115794

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From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Every day, hapless hopefuls travel to dirty and dangerous Tudor London, trying to seek their fortunes. But what and who is waiting for them when they get there? Tricksters and conmen, like young Eleanor's family, who prey on their naivety. Meanwhile, the fearsome King Henry VIII has some rather cruel ideas of justice... for everyone. Terry Deary's Tudor Tales explore the infamous world of the Tudors through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable Tudor settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.


The Thief, the Fool, and the Big Fat King

The Thief, the Fool, and the Big Fat King

Author: Terry Deary

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2005-09

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9781404813007

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A family of street performers wins a pile of gold when they are summoned to perform for King Henry VIII, but just as quickly they lose it again to save themselves from being hanged.


Tudor Tales: The Thief, the Fool and the Big Fat King

Tudor Tales: The Thief, the Fool and the Big Fat King

Author: Terry Deary

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2017-07-13

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13: 1472952162

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From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named 'the outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' by Books For Keeps _______________ Ideal for readers aged 7+ Every day, hapless hopefuls travel to dirty and dangerous Tudor London, trying to seek their fortunes. But what and who is waiting for them when they get there? Tricksters and conmen, like young Eleanor's family, who prey on their naivety. Meanwhile, the fearsome King Henry VIII has some rather cruel ideas of justice... for everyone. Terry Deary's Tudor Tales explore the infamous world of the Tudors through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable Tudor settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period. _______________ 'Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue....just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers' interest in all things historical' - Books For Keeps


The Prince, the Cook, and the Cunning King

The Prince, the Cook, and the Cunning King

Author: Terry Deary

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2005-09

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9781404812987

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The niece of King Henry VII of England infiltrates the servants' quarters to find out if one of the kitchen helpers is trying to become king.


The Tudors

The Tudors

Author: Marcia Williams

Publisher: Candlewick Press

Published: 2016-10-11

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 0763681229

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Originally published: London: Walker Books, c2015.


The Actor, the Rebel, and the Wrinkled Queen

The Actor, the Rebel, and the Wrinkled Queen

Author: Terry Deary

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13: 9781404812970

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A young actor at the Globe Theatre must defend his master when Queen Elizabeth suspects that Shakespeare tried to help the Earl of Essex overthrow her.


The Jade Dragon

The Jade Dragon

Author: Jessica Gunderson

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2012-08

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1479516384

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Zhou never seems to beat his brother, Cheng, at anything. But when Zhou finds a jade dragon, his luck changes. Soon, Zhou is beating Cheng at everything. Will Zhou and his jade dragon be able to keep up the winning streak, or will he lose his luck?


The Lion's Slave

The Lion's Slave

Author: Terry Deary

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1404840508

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In 213 B.C., the great inventor Archimedes has just one problem, his clumsy servant Lydia, but, when the Romans besiege Syracuse, and the Greeks turn to Archimedes for help, it is Lydia who always seems to come up with the answers.


The Emperor's Painting

The Emperor's Painting

Author: Jessica Gunderson

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2012-08

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1479516341

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Han Li thinks he is the smartest poet and most talented painter in China. His master, Lin Cho, tries to warn him about his arrogance, but Han Li does not listen. When Lin Cho becomes ill before he can finish his painting for the emperor, what will Han Li do?


The Terracotta Girl

The Terracotta Girl

Author: Jessica Gunderson

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2012-08

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1479516481

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After Yung-lu's father dies of mercury poisoning, the young girl leaves for Chang'an. She is determined to take her father's place as a warrior. When Yung-lu arrives, she is met with two big surprises. The emperor is taking mercury, and the army is not what she had imagined. Will Yung-lu become a warrior? More importantly, will she save the emperor from mercury poisoning?