Dead Famous
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You've probably heard of Queen Victoria...She's dead famous for marrying a chap called Albert, wearing black clothes - all the time, and for saying "We are not amused". But have you heard that Queen Vic went on her holidays in disguise, was best pals with her Scottish servant and loved playing cards...for money?
You've probably heard of Winston Churchill...He is dead famous for: smoking a massive cigar leading Britain to victory in World War II raising his fingers in a V sign. But have you heard that Winston: was a demon bricklayer had a fantastic collection of hats made a daring escape from prison? Yes, even though he's dead, Winston's still full of surprises. Now you can get the inside story with Winston's lost diary, relive the events of the century in The Winston Weekly and discover the vital role he played in two great wars.
You've probably heard of Henry VIII. He is dead famous for: having a bit of a weight problem, marrying six unlucky wives and getting very carried away with his chopping block. But have you heard that Henry: was a handsome hunk and a sports star, accused his second wife of witchcraft and bricked up his bedroom door at night?
You've probably heard of Al Capone. He is dead famous for: being handy with a machine gun, having one or two scars and hanging around with a rather nasty gang. But did you know that Al lived with his mum all his life, was a trend-setter in banana-coloured suis, and went bananas in Alcatraz prison?
The fascinating story of Oliver Cromwell warts and all. How the Roundheads ousted the Royals! Illustrated with PhilipReeve s fantastic cartoons.