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Death by Blundering Bodies

From the Series Disastrous Deaths

Welcome to the disaster zone where blundering bodies lead to the downfall of all who enter. Catch up with the famous philosopher who was killed by laughing, the Austrian mayor who experienced death by beard, and the polite astronomer who crossed his legs for just a little too long. What else might you expect from disastrous deaths?

Format List Price Library Price Qty
978-1-63691-165-6
$28.50 $19.95
978-1-63691-170-0
$42.79 $29.95
978-1-63691-287-5
$33.50 $24.95
Interest Level Grade 3 - Grade 6
Reading Level Grade 4
Category Leveled Readers, STEM
Subject History
Copyright 2022
Publisher Bearport Publishing
Language English
Publication Date 2021-08-01
BISACS JNF024020, JNF016000, JNF007000
Dewey 920
Lexile 830
Features Glossary of key words, Index, and Table of contents

Reviews

Arlington School District Review of Disastrous Deaths: Death by Blundering Bodies

This is a wonderful book for readers who appreciate the curious side of history. Part of the Bearport Publishing Disastrous Deaths series, readers will learn the strange but true stories of how 6 unlucky historical figures met their deaths in the most unusual of circumstances.

Recommended for readers with an interest in ironic medical history, an appreciation for trivia, and a healthy amount of irreverence. Back matter includes a glossary, index, timeline of deaths, and suggestions for further reading.

SLJ Review of Disastrous Deaths

Those interested in the gruesome and morbid will find plenty to explore in this series. The table of contents is listed on a tombstone, and a collection of “weird” phrases about death like, “kicked the bucket” begins each book. Within the pages are incredible stories of those who have died by a tortoise falling on their head, tripping on their own beard, or equally odd events. Background on each figure and details about their era in history are included. Those details create an image of the world that each character knew—whether Thames muckrakers or Greek theatergoers. Photos of locations, paintings, or statues of the deceased are included where possible. A glossary defining unusual words and a booklist for further reading are in the back matter. VERDICT Perfect for fans of Georgia Bragg’s How They Croaked; sections could also be used to introduce particular time ­periods in social studies classes.