Titanic, A Very Peculiar History
Titanic, A Very Peculiar History

Author: Jim Pipe

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2011-12-13

Total Pages: 186

ISBN-13: 1908759216

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It boasted libraries, palm trees, swimming pools, a 50-phone switchboard and was nearly as tall as the Eiffel Tower… No, she's not a skyscraper, she's the Titanic! Marking the centenary of the sinking of the White Star Liner RMS Titanic in 1912, 'Titanic, A Very Peculiar History' delves into the human stories of both crew and passengers and the incredible feats of engineering and design involved in the ship's construction. The ebook also takes a look at events that occurred once the ship was wrecked, from discovering what dead passengers had tried to take with them to assessing the likelihood of us ever being able to raise the wreck for more study. Featuring letters from the liner's passengers and crew and a taste of the superstitions and creepy coincidences that surround the ship's sinking, it's a great all-round look at the incredible facts and stories at the heart of the Titanic's conception, construction and maiden voyage.

Vampires, A Very Peculiar History
Vampires, A Very Peculiar History

Author: Fiona Macdonald

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2012-02-16

Total Pages: 108

ISBN-13: 1908759445

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Dragged from the deepest, darkest depths of the 'Very Peculiar History' vaults, this book collects tales of terror, morbid myths and frightening facts that will chill you witless. Introduced by everyone's favourite bloodsucker, Count Dracula, 'Vampires: A Very Peculiar History' features the origin of vampire-like creatures and a biological and mythological look at human blood (including the best places to bite if you were a vampire!) alongside tales of the real-life vampires that may have inspired the first vampire stories. It includes advice on how to spot a vampire as well as how to become one! Even vampires of film, graphic novel and manga get a taste of the action! Don't be scared, be prepared...with 'Vampires, A Very Peculiar History'!

The Blitz, A Very Peculiar History
The Blitz, A Very Peculiar History

Author: David Arscott

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2012-01-18

Total Pages: 115

ISBN-13: 1908759402

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Taking a unique look at how Britain survived the bombing of its major cities, 'The Blitz, A Very Peculiar History' tells a story of blackouts, Bletchley Park and bravery during the darkest (literally) period of World War II. From Dunkirk to Dad's Army, explore the many ways in which Britain tried to foil the incoming bomber planes, featuring quirky stories and fascinating trivia about this period of history. Were German paratroopers really dropped disguised as nuns? Find out the answer to this question and many more even more bizarre ones throughout the course of this amazing tale of sacrifice and survival in the face of adversity.

The Olympics, A Very Peculiar History
The Olympics, A Very Peculiar History

Author: David Arscott

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2011-12-13

Total Pages: 121

ISBN-13: 1908759143

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From its beginnings in Ancient Greek antiquity, right up to its arrival in Great Britain, the home of so many modern sports and favoured pastimes, the Olympic Games have always been a grand and exciting spectacle, whether you're watching a no-holds-barred wrestling match or a mesmerising, freewheeling gymnast. 'The Olympics, A Very Peculiar History' gives an overview of the strange, the unbelievable and the downright bizarre events that have occurred over the many years that this esteemed competition has seen. This ebook features amazing athlete statistics, biographies and records, and well as quirky stories and fascinating facts from the world of the Olympiad.

Charles Dickens, A Very Peculiar History
Charles Dickens, A Very Peculiar History

Author: Fiona Macdonald

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2011-12-20

Total Pages: 108

ISBN-13: 1908759003

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Taking a unique look at one of the most acclaimed and best-loved English writers of the nineteenth century, 'Charles Dickens, A Very Peculiar History' asks why, what, where, how and who the Dickens was Charles Dickens? Why did he keep a pet raven that pecked at his children's shins? Why did he have a tunnel built under the road in front of his country house? Was his dying corpse really carried from his mistress's house where he collapsed to his family home, so that he could die 'respectably'? Find out the answers to these questions and even more bizarre ones throughout the book, which features quirky stories and fascinating trivia about this singularly complex man and consummate artist.

Scotland, A Very Peculiar History – Volume 2
Scotland, A Very Peculiar History – Volume 2

Author: Fiona Macdonald

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2011-12-13

Total Pages: 123

ISBN-13: 1908759186

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“Scots Wha Hae!” 'Scotland, A Very Peculiar History - Volume 2' is the concluding part of a lively and informative account of the vibrant history of Scotland, from the beginnings of Stewart rule up to modern-day Scotland. Celebrating the many and varied cultural and historic achievements of the Scottish, from the fierce Jacobite uprising to John Logie Baird's insulating socks, this ebook provides an objective account of the nation's chequered (or rather, 'tartaned') history. You'll also find fact boxes, quotes, poetry and unbelievable recipes to share with your family and friends (although we'd advise that some old recipes are only fit for reading)!

Titanic
Titanic

Author: Jim Pipe

Publisher: Very Peculiar History(tm)

Published: 2014-04

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781907184871

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'Titanic' delves into the human stories of both crew and passengers and the incredible feats of engineering and design involved in her construction.

Egyptian Mummies, A Very Peculiar History
Egyptian Mummies, A Very Peculiar History

Author: Jim Pipe

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2012-01-12

Total Pages: 99

ISBN-13: 1908177985

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You can't take it with you - or can you? Discover the grisly process of mummification, from embalming and stuffing the corpse to preparing a home for eternity. This title explores the quirky side of a journey to the afterlife, looking at the myth and the science surrounding Ancient Egyptian burial practices, and the lives of the Gods that inspired them. Full of fascinating lists, creepy stories and bizarre trivia, this title is sure to educate as well as entertain, and it includes fact boxes, a full glossary and a map of Ancient Egypt. Gold, guts and gods: what a way to go!

Global Warming, A Very Peculiar History
Global Warming, A Very Peculiar History

Author: Ian Graham

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2012-02-15

Total Pages: 115

ISBN-13: 1908759046

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Which species of moth was nearly killed off by the fight for cleaner air? How does a cow's bottom contribute to global warming? Could warmer mean colder? All these questions and more are answered in 'Global Warming: A Very Peculiar History'. This book arms you with an introduction to the scientific concepts behind global warming then hits you hard with the bizarre and at times disputed facts that go along with the theory. 'Global Warming, A Very Peculiar History' includes information on the potentially disastrous effects of global warming and what we can do to stop them. It features diagrams and fascinating fact sheets which will boggle the mind. Discover where the theory came from and what we were (or weren't) doing to help protect the Earth in past times. This book looks at both sides of the debate and covers the scientific and historical background of our troubled relationship with the planet on which we live.

World War One, A Very Peculiar History
World War One, A Very Peculiar History

Author: Jim Pipe

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2012-01-18

Total Pages: 186

ISBN-13: 1908759275

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With the centenary of the outbreak of the The Great War coming in 2014, 'World War One, A Very Peculiar History' commemorates the events of the time by looking at some of the incredible lengths, no matter how risky or bizarre, people went to to defend their country. From Front pigs to hairy beasts, author Jim Pipe looks at the nicknames coined at the time, while providing mind-boggling lists and figures about the battles, the equipment used and the harsh conditions the troops faced. Laced throughout this chronological description of the events leading up to and during the war are tales of human endeavour, charity and daring - some scary, some quirky, and some truly unbelievable. So take the time to take in the sheer scale of sacrifice, destruction and political tension that World War One resulted in, because we won't be able to ask first-hand what it was like to fight in World War One for much longer.