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Product Identifiers

PublisherO'mara Books, The Limited, Michael

ISBN-101789294606

ISBN-139781789294606

eBay Product ID (ePID)16058367625

Product Key Features

Number of Pages288 Pages

Publication NameShort History of the World in 50 Lies

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2023

SubjectGeneral, World, Curiosities & Wonders, History

TypeNot Available

Subject AreaReference, Education, History

AuthorNatasha Tidd

SeriesA Short History of the World Ser.

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.9 in

Item Weight11.3 Oz

Item Length7 in

Item Width5.1 in

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ReviewsA Short History Of The World In 50 Lies shows that the march of truth isn't always unstoppable. Lies have their own power and momentum., "Accessible and engaging, this book is sure to inspire readers to take another look at previously accepted historical narratives" -- Booklist, "A timely approach to world history through bite-size chapters highlighting how the lies and propaganda of the past still impact the present day." -- School Library Journal

Dewey Edition23

TitleLeadingA

IllustratedYes

Volume NumberVolume 4

Dewey Decimal909

Intended AudienceTrade

SynopsisTaking readers on a global journey through human history, historian Natasha Tidd examines how lies can change the world around us, from Julius Caesar's deceptive PR machine to the cover ups that caused Chernobyl. From forgeries that created centuries worth of conflict and domination, such as The Donation of Constantine, the Protocols of Zion and the mysterious Testament of Peter the Great, to mass political and press cover ups including Britain's Boer War concentration camps, a Pulitzer Prize winning whitewash of the Ukraine Famine and France's infamous Dreyfus Affair. Alongside these are examinations of how our retellings of history can turn fiction into fact, including The Spanish Inquisition's deceitful legacy and the demonisation of Chinese Empress, Wu Zetian. Plus, an in-depth look at how historic lies can still impact our lives today, such as the deadly legacy of America's Tuskegee Experiment. A Short History of the World in 50 Lies details the profound impact of this secretive side of history and shows that the truth really is stranger - and far more dangerous - than any fiction., Taking readers on a global journey through human history, historian Natasha Tidd examines how lies can change the world around us, from Julius Caesar's deceptive PR machine to the cover ups that caused Chernobyl. "A timely approach to world history through bite-size chapters highlighting how the lies and propaganda of the past still impact the present day." -- School Library Journal From forgeries that created centuries worth of conflict and domination, such as The Donation of Constantine, the Protocols of Zion and the mysterious Testament of Peter the Great, to mass political and press cover ups including Britain's Boer War concentration camps, a Pulitzer Prize winning whitewash of the Ukraine Famine and France's infamous Dreyfus Affair. Alongside these are examinations of how our retellings of history can turn fiction into fact , including The Spanish Inquisition's deceitful legacy and the demonization of Chinese Empress, Wu Zetian. Plus, an in-depth look at how historic lies can still impact our lives today, such as the deadly legacy of America's Tuskegee Experiment. A Short History of the World in 50 Lies details the profound impact of this secretive side of history and shows that the truth really is stranger - and far more dangerous - than any fiction., Providing a fascinating alternative perspective on history, this book takes readers on a global journey through human history, examining how lies can change the world around us - and shows that truth really is stranger than fiction.

LC Classification NumberD10