The Great and the Terrible | Hardcover

The Great and the Terrible: The World’s Most Glorious and Notorious Rulers and How They Got Their Names by Joanne O'Sullivan

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 176
Release Date: 15 September 2020

The Great and the Terrible is a fun, quirky, and fully illustrated history anthology that brings world rulers to life for middle-grade readers. From Alexander the Great to Ivan the Terrible, this book asks the big (and fun) questions: What made them “Great”? What made them “Terrible”?

Spanning centuries and cultures—from ancient India to nineteenth-century Hawaii—this engaging collection introduces 25 remarkable, fearsome, and fascinating rulers, with a thoughtful balance between male and female leaders. Some figures are globally famous, while others are celebrated within their own cultures, offering young readers a broad, inclusive view of world history. Packed with humour, surprising facts, and vivid illustrations, this book proves that history can be stranger—and more entertaining—than fiction.

Why You’ll Love This Book

• Fully illustrated and designed for curious middle-grade readers
• Explores global history beyond a Western-only perspective
• Includes powerful women rulers alongside famous male leaders
• Blends humour with serious historical insight
• Perfect for reluctant readers and history lovers alike

Format & Category

• Format: Hardcover
• Genre: Children’s Non-Fiction, History, Illustrated Anthology
• Recommended Age: 8–12 years

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