A Gazur, Ben creator author. text London Michael O’Mara Books c2025 monographic eng

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288 pages : illustrations ; 19 cm. In ancient Sicily, Phalaris of Akragas had a bronze Brazen Bull constructed, into the belly of which his enemies were crammed before a fire was kindled underneath, roasting the prisoners to death. Justice was decided in Queen Ranavalona I’s Madagascar by forcing suspects to eat poisonous seeds – with only those who survived being judged innocent. In 1977, the coronation of Emperor Bokasa I of the Central African Republic cost nearly half the annual budget of the entire country. Featuring dictators from around the world and throughout history. A Short History of the World in 50 Tyrants reveals the lengths – and the depths – to which the powerful will go to preserve and enhance their supremacy. Ben Gazur, illustrated by Peter Liddiard. Includes index and select bibliography. World history Tyrants History Dictators History JC 495 .G39 2025 9781789298437 260810 20260812145442.0