Book description
The History Gossip: A Slice of Ye Olde Scandal for Every Day of the Year
Katie Kennedy
If you think history is just dates and dull anecdotes, Katie Kennedy's new book will shake that assumption to its core. Drawing from her wildly popular TikTok persona, @TheHistoryGossip, she turns each day of the calendar into a mini-episode of "Drunk History meets Horrible Histories." The result? A riotous, bite-size journey through the most outrageous moments our past has ever offered.
Kennedy's voice is unmistakably hers-deadpan wit laced with cheeky British slang and pop culture nods. She doesn't just regurgitate facts; she spices them up with scandal, a dash of raunchiness, and the kind of humor that makes you laugh while your brain silently updates its knowledge base. From royal love triangles to Victorians indulging in tapeworm-filled delicacies, each entry feels like an invitation to peek behind the velvet curtains of history.
What sets this book apart is its meticulous research combined with a playful presentation. The "on this day" format is intuitive: events are grouped by month and date, complete with quirky illustrations that bring the stories to life. Whether it's Mary, Queen of Scots' dramatic execution or Lord Carnarvon's cursed encounter with a mosquito bite, Kennedy delivers each tale with equal parts shock value and historical accuracy.
The tone remains light even when tackling darker subjects-there's always a punchline ready to defuse tension. Readers will find themselves turning pages not just for the facts but for the snappy commentary that turns learning into an entertaining pastime. If you're looking for a quick, engaging way to spice up your daily routine-or simply want to impress friends with some offbeat historical trivia-this book is a must-have. Grab a cuppa, dive in, and let Katie Kennedy turn history from a dusty lecture into a lively, scandalous conversation starter.
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Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
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Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
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Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
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Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience