Copyright Date:
2021
Edition Date:
2021
Release Date:
07/20/21
Illustrator:
Murphy, Lisa
Pages:
123 pages
ISBN:
0-7440-2766-7
ISBN 13:
978-0-7440-2766-2
Dewey:
920
LCCN:
2021289820
Dimensions:
23 cm.
Language:
English
Reviews:
ALA Booklist
(Tue Jun 01 00:00:00 CDT 2021)
Adam Murphy digs up more history in two new volumes in the Corpse Talk graphic novel series (2 new titles). In aptly colored, dark cartoon vignettes, the author interviews corpse versions of historical figures. While not in-depth, each thematically and chronologically arranged book, filled with wit and puns galore, offers engaging introductions to 18 individuals, including the famous, the infamous, and, occasionally, the unexpected. Within each interview, Murphy highlights the figure's continued influence on history. Queens and Kings and Other Royal Rotters gives a diverse look at royalty throughout the ages, from Cleopatra, Nero, Richard the Lionheart, and Queen Victoria to Chinese Emperor Qin Shi Huang Di, Saladin (Sultan of Egypt and Syria), Aztec Emperor Moctezuma II, and Shaka Zulu. Adding more interest to each interview is a concluding double-page infographic with more information about the figure's time period. For instance, the interview with Ramesses II ends with a visual depiction of mummification while Spartacus' closes with an infographic of gladiator battles. With reluctant readers in mind, Murphy makes history come alive more ways than one.
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Ever wonder what historys monarchs would say if you could talk to them? Well wonder no more, as historical monarchs are interviewed from the grave in this hilarious children's graphic novel
Welcome to Corpse Talk, the chat show with a difference - all of the guests are dead! Your host, Adam Murphy interviews magnificent monarchs throughout history in this hilarious graphic novel and talk-show style book.
Inside the pages of this delightful graphic novel for kids, youll discover:
Humorous text, in the format of an exchange between the interviewer and interviewee
Full-page illustrations offer more detail on the broader cultural and historical context surrounding the monarchs stories - from the workings of Ramesses IIs empire to the gruesome timeline of Henry VIIIs (mostly) unfortunate brides
A diverse selection of rancorous rulers from around the world, from the Sultan Saladin and Chinese Emperor Qin Shi Huang Di to Pharaoh Cleopatra and Empress Matilda
Bring history to life!
Have you heard of Montezuma, the last ruler of the Aztecs? Or wondered why Queen Victoria was not amused? Find out in this exciting graphic novel! Delve into the lives of famous rulers like Cleopatra, Ramesses II, Henry VIII, and Mary Antoinette who all made ructions in their ruling days. Writer Adam Murphy explores the why, the what, and what were you thinking of these monarchs most notorious decisions and behaviors. Just for fun, Adam peppers in a few silly and funny questions to amuse young readers in this hilarious history book for kids.
Bold and expressive illustrations by Adam and Lisa Murphy bring historical events to life, literally! The humorous text in this kids comic book makes learning history fun and entertaining. Whether youre a fan of these superb sovereigns or just love a good story, this history book will not fail to inspire you and make you laugh.
Dig up even more fun!
DK's Corpse Talk series is a hilarious series of graphic novels for kids that delves into the history of dead famous people in the format of questions and answers. Other books in this series include Corpse Talk: Groundbreaking Women and Corpse Talk: Groundbreaking Scientists.
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