The Short And Bloody History Of Highwaymen
By (Author) John Farman
Penguin Random House Children's UK
Red Fox
14th July 2000
United Kingdom
Children
Non Fiction
Childrens / Teenage: Social issues / topics
364.155209
Paperback
96
Width 126mm, Height 198mm, Spine 6mm
73g
Have you ever wondered what highwaymen did did during the day Or who the most dangerous highwayman was John Farman delivers all the answers in this short and bloody history of highwaymen! Did you know that highwaymen used to be 'as common as crows' So where did they all come from And what happened to them This hilarious book will stand and deliver the terrible truth about the gentlemen of the road. What they ate, where they lived, and what happened to them if they were caught. If you've ever fancied life as a highwayman, then take a look inside!
John Farman attended Harrow Art School followed by the Royal College of Art. After completing his Masters degree he worked in the advertising industry until his departure to become a full-time writer and illustrator. He is the author of several children's books, including The Very Bloody History of Britain (without the boring bits), The Very Bloody History of London, C.R.A.P. (A Collection of Rotten Adult Principles) and Jesus- The Teenage Years. He lives in London.