London (horrible Histories Gruesome Guides) May 2026

Originally published in 2005 under the title Loathsome London , this 128-page guide was later rebranded as part of the Gruesome Guides sub-series, which focuses on major cities rather than broad historical eras. Terry Deary Illustrator: Martin Brown

You can find various editions, including a "newspaper edition," at retailers like Amazon or the London Museum Shop . Gruesome Highlights London (Horrible Histories Gruesome Guides)

Includes a frightful full-color fold-out map to help "tourists" plot their path through the city's past. Originally published in 2005 under the title Loathsome

The is a popular children's book by Terry Deary that provides a "gore-tastic" tour of London's darkest and most disgusting historical secrets. Aimed primarily at readers aged 8–12, it skips the boring dates and focuses on the "nasty bits" that traditional history books often leave out. Book Overview The is a popular children's book by Terry

The book covers a range of revolting topics that shaped the city, including: Horrible Histories Gruesome Guides: London Children's Book