by Paige Towler
First published 2023
Paige Towler's high school history project goes viral, propelling her on a globe-trotting quest to uncover the most outrageous true stories from the past. From the king who dined on an entire carriage to the emperor who declared war on the ocean, Paige's discoveries are sure to leave readers doubled over in laughter and disbelief. At its heart, this charming adventure celebrates the power of curiosity and the unexpected joys of embracing history's strangest facts.
Genres: history, humor, adventure, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, globe-trotting
Period: 21st-Century
208 pages · Hardcover · Britannica Books