Dick Turpin: Legends and Lies
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By Terry Deary, and and, Stefano Tambellini
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5 reviews
Historical fiction from the author of Horrible Histories series about a fascinating historical figure. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+
Fascinating historical fiction. Five strangers meet in the crowds to watch Dick Turpin hang. Each has a fascinating story to tell about the famous highwayman…but which are true and which are lies? Follow Terry Deary into the enthralling history of one man and his legend. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+ TweetReviews
We visited Turpin's grave in York and bought this book to read for the rest of the trip. High drama and tension in the storytelling. I recommend.
Multiple accounts are given of Dick Turpin’s activities and character in this short, ultra accessible read.
I would definitely recommend it to someone else. It's a non fiction book meaning it is facts and true. I really enjoyed it because it was confusing but made sense at the end. My favourite characters was the little boy because he was like the super hero of the book.
Stories about the highwayman Richard (Dick) Turpin known as John Palmer in Yorkshire. What story is the real one?
This book helps you see the past from other people's point of view.
Plus good for history class! ha ha ha
