Books in the Very Peculiar History series

Climate Change: A Very Peculiar History arms you with an introduction to the scientific concepts behind climate change, then hits you hard with the bizarre and at times disputed facts that go along with the theory. Climate Change: A Very Peculiar History includes information on the potentially disastrous effects of climate change and what we can do to stop them. It features easy-to-understand diagrams and fascinating fact sheets which will boggle the mind. Discover where the theory came from and what we were (or werenΓÇÖt) doing to help protect the Earth in past times. This book covers the scientific and historical background of our troubled relationship with the planet on which we live.Very Peculiar History is a hugely-successful, award-winning information book series with more than 50 titles on diverse historical and cultural subjects. Each volume features black and white illustrations, witty anecdotes, incredible trivia, a timeline, and glossary, providing hours of entertainment to readers of all ages.

William Shakespeare, A Very Peculiar History uniquely explores the life and works of the widely-regarded greatest writer of the English language. Through dispelling common myths and revealing fascinating trivia, this book attempts to answer many of the often-disputed questions surrounding the life of the nation's favourite playwright.

World War One, A Very Peculiar History commemorates the events of 'The Great War' by looking at some of the incredible lengths, no matter how risky or bizarre, people went to to defend their country. Jim Pipe's account of events is laced with tales of human endeavour, charity and daring - some scary, some quirky, and some truly unbelievable.