Smelly Old History is a series of illustrated children's books published by Oxford University Press.[1][2] The books contain scratch and sniff panels to provide the reader with scents representative of their respective eras, such as in Tudor Odours both lavender and herbs, employed as defence against the plague, and Henry VIII's gangrenous toe,[1][3] and in Mouldy Mummies an ancient Egyptian rat repellent made of cat grease and gazelle feces.[4] A Washington Post article referred to Vile Vikings as "pretty silly--and smelly--but lots of fun".[5]
| Author | Dr Mary J. Dobson |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Subject | History |
| Genre | Children's history |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
Publication date | 1997 - 1998 |
| Publication place | United Kingdom |
The series was written by Dr Mary J. Dobson, and was followed by a similar series entitled Smelly Science.
Titles
editThe series consists of:
- Greek Grime (1998)
- Medieval Muck (1998)
- Mouldy Mummies (1998)
- Reeking Royals (1998)
- Roman Aromas (1997)
- Tudor Odours (1997)
- Victorian Vapours (1997)
- Vile Vikings (1998)
- Wartime Whiffs (1998)
There is also a 9-volume set, containing all 9 books.
References
edit- ^ a b "History Reeks - And These Books Rock". Chicago Tribune. 11 August 2021 [1997-09-09].
- ^ "Students won't turn up their noses at 'Smelly Old History'". Asheville Citizen-Times. 20 March 1997. p. 20 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Daniel Brooks (6 September 2024). "Yes, Henry VIII really was that disgusting". Daily Telegraph.
- ^ Mary Joan Winn Leith (August 2003). "Divine Scents". Bible Review – via Biblical Archaeological Society.
- ^ Elizabeth Kastor (26 June 2000). "When Vikings Ruled the Waves". The Washington Post.