Smelly Old History is a series of illustrated children's books published by Oxford University Press.[1][2] The books contain aromatic scratch and sniff panels, which provide the reader with scents representative of their respective eras.[1] The series was written by Dr Mary J. Dobson and has sold over a million copies around the world.[citation needed]
Author | Dr Mary J. Dobson |
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Language | English |
Subject | History |
Genre | Children's history |
Publisher | Oxford University Press |
Publication date | 1997 - 1998 |
Publication place | United Kingdom |
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 Tribune, Chicago. "HISTORY REEKS - AND THESE BOOKS ROCK". chicagotribune.com. Retrieved 22 June 2020.
- ^ "Students won't turn up their noses at 'Smelly Old History'". Asheville Citizen-Times. 20 March 1997. Retrieved 22 June 2020.