{"title":"Natasha Tidd","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Natasha Tidd, a celebrated author known for her unique take on history. Her books, such as \u003cem\u003eA Short History of the World in 50 Lies\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eA Short History of the World in 50 Murders\u003c\/em\u003e, invite readers to explore the lesser-known facets of global history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatasha Tidd skilfully combines meticulous research with engaging storytelling, making complex historical events accessible and intriguing. Her works are perfect for both avid history buffs and newcomers to the genre, offering insights into the hidden narratives that have shaped our world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough her insightful writing, Tidd challenges conventional perspectives and uncovers the complexities of historical events. Whether you're exploring deceptive myths or notorious crimes, her books promise a thought-provoking journey through time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDelve into Natasha Tidd's works and discover a refreshing way to experience history, where each page reveals surprising truths and extraordinary tales from the past.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-short-history-of-the-world-in-50-lies-by-natasha-tidd-9781789295269","title":"A Short History of the World in 50 Lies","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTaking readers on a global journey through human history, Natasha Tidd examines how lies can change the world around us, from Julius Caesar’s deceptive PR machine to the cover-ups that caused Chernobyl.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom \u003cb\u003eforgeries\u003c\/b\u003e that created centuries worth of conflict and domination, such as The Donation of Constantine, the Protocols of Zion and the mysterious Testament of Peter the Great, to mass \u003cb\u003epolitical\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003epress cover-ups\u003c\/b\u003e including Britain’s Boer War concentration camps, a Pulitzer Prize-winning whitewash of the Ukraine Famine, and the infamous Dreyfus Affair in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside these are examinations of how our \u003cb\u003eretellings\u003c\/b\u003e of history can \u003cb\u003eturn fiction into fact\u003c\/b\u003e, including The Spanish Inquisition’s deceitful legacy. 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