Ask A Historian
50 Surprising Answers to Things You Always Wanted to Know
(Author) Greg Jenner'Brilliantly funny' SHAPARAK KHORSANDI 'Immensely enjoyable' BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE 'Every page contains delights' LINDSEY FITZHARRIS Why is Italy called Italy? How old is curry? How fast was the medieval Chinese post system? How do we know how people sounded in the past? Who invented maths? Responding to fifty genuine questions from the public, Greg Jenner takes you on an entertaining tour through history from the Stone Age to the Swinging Sixties, revealing the best and most surprising stories, facts and historical characters from the past. From ancient joke books, African empires and the invention of meringues, to mummies, mirrors and menstrual pads - Ask A Historian is a deliciously amusing and informative smorgasbord of historical curiosities.
Greg Jenner
Greg Jenner is a British historian, author, and television presenter known for his work in popularizing history and making it accessible to a wider audience. He is best known for his book "A Million Years in a Day: A Curious History of Everyday Life from the Stone Age to the Phone Age," which explores the history of daily routines and habits.
Jenner's writing style is engaging and entertaining, blending humor with historical facts to create an enjoyable reading experience. He has also made significant contributions to the field of public history through his work as a consultant for various television programs and his popular podcast "You're Dead to Me."
Overall, Greg Jenner's work has had a significant impact on the historical genre by making it more engaging and relatable to a broader audience. His ability to bring history to life through storytelling has earned him a dedicated following and cemented his reputation as a leading figure in popular history writing.
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