1 / 6Frightful First World War (Horrible Histories)
Frightful First World War is a Horrible Histories book about the First World War, presenting historical details through comic-style headlines and fully illustrated, humorous storytelling. Its listed reading age is 8–12 years, making it a child-focused introduction rather than a technical history reference.
At a glance
- Covers the First World War with humorous historical stories and headlines.
- Described as fully illustrated throughout.
- The listing gives a reading age of 8–12 years.
Reference price: £7.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The humorous, illustrated format may help make a history topic more approachable for younger readers.
- At 192 pages, it offers more than a brief introduction while remaining aimed at children.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Scholastic |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 7 Oct. 2021 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 192 pages |
| Reading age | 8 - 12 years |
| ISBN-10 | 0702312606 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0702312601 |
| Weight listed | 1.05 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12.6 x 19.6 x 1.4 cm |
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as entertaining and says it can help get children interested in learning. The overall ratings are mostly five-star, though a small minority are one-star. This is encouraging for buyers seeking an engaging children’s history read, but ratings do not establish how it suits every reader.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as entertaining.
- Feedback mentions that it can help get children interested in learning.
- Positive aspect mentions refer to both entertainment and content.
Frequently asked questions
What is Frightful First World War about?
It covers the First World War through humorous historical stories and headlines, with illustrations throughout.
What age is this book listed for?
The listing gives a reading age of 8–12 years.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 192 pages.
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