This book is an informational nonfiction read about how nineteen famous people died. It can be a bit gory, but at the same time it is humorous and keeps the reader engaged and wanting to know more. It makes one very grateful for the advancements in medicine we have today. Between the individual stories, Bragg has included various explanations of historical medicine, common ailments, procedures, and interesting tidbits of information. She discusses the "awful ends" of well known people such as George Washington, Albert Einstein, Christopher Columbus, Cleopatra, and Pocahontas, among others. Kevin O'Malley's quirky black and white, cartoon drawings complement Bragg's lighthearted take on the subject. If you like the disgusting details, then this is the book for you. Children ages 10 and up will definitely get a kick out of this book!
Book Trailer: http://youtu.be/v_g1DKSH6T8
Available for purchase at Amazon http://www.amazon.com/How-They-Croaked-Awfully-Famous/dp/0802727948
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