Did you know that a Roman woman was executed for selling poisonous lipstick that women kissed their husbands to death with? Throughout history, people have turned to strange and often unappealing make-up in a quest for beauty. From geishas to Cleopatra and Elizabeth I to radium teeth, this book uses fascinating facts and stories to help children understand the historical, commercial and social aspects of weird and wonderful make-up.
This is Book 3 in the Horrid History of Beauty Series. See all Horrid History of Beauty books here.
See More Educational: History
No one has written a review for 'Murderous Make-up'
Why not be the first to share your opinion?
Anita Croy has written numerous books for children, mainly about ancient and modern history and the geography of Asia and the Americas, where she has travelled widely. She lives in London with her young family.
More about Anita Croy
