About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts questioning the 'perfect' version of history they learn in school or when they need a high-interest bridge into nonfiction. This guide dives into the gritty, unpolished reality of the Victorian era, trading dry dates for stories of pickpockets, bizarre superstitions, and the harsh daily lives of the poor. It speaks to a child's natural sense of justice by highlighting how different life was for the 'haves' and 'have-nots'. While the humor is irreverent and gross-out elements are frequent, the book serves a deeper psychological purpose: it validates a child's curiosity about the darker sides of human nature and resilience. It is an excellent choice for 7 to 12 year olds who prefer facts to fiction but need a dose of comedy to keep them engaged with heavy historical realities.
