Revolting: A riotous history of rebellions and revolutions – Terry Deary

11 October, 2025 at 3:00 pm

Revolting is a riotous tour for an adult audience through the history of civil disobedience, highlighting some of the most consequential revolts and uprisings from around the world. It is a truth universally acknowledged that the rich and powerful always look after their own and the working people are always revolting. But every now and again, a new group manages to seize power and change history. From Bulgarian swineherd Ivaylo who managed to fight off the Mongol Hordes, slay the Tsar and marry his widow within a year to two suffragists who posted themselves by Royal Mail to see the Prime Minister. A first-class idea, though Downing Street declined the parcel.

From the peasants to the slaves, the martyrs to the mutineers, Revolting celebrates the resilience and determination of those who dared to challenge the status quo.

Terry Deary is the award winning author of 342 books including the acclaimed Horrible Histories series, selling over 38 million books in 45 languages.