"From being eaten alive by rats to the rack, there have been plenty of absolutely awful ways people have been put to death in history. And that doesnt even count terrible ways people have died in accidents, of illness, and more. This book breaks down ten of the worst ways to die, offering curious readers historical context as well as the bloody bits. Fact boxes and historical images complement the main text, written especially with elementary readers in mind. The high-interest content supports reader engagement and knowledge building, both components of the science of reading"-- Provided by publisher.