History’s Mysteries: 51 Intriguing Secrets of the Past

Fifty-one episodes from the past that were never satisfactorily explained sit side by side here, from vanished settlements to objects nobody has convincingly accounted for. Priyankee Saikia keeps each entry short enough to read in a sitting, laying out what is known, what is disputed and where the evidence runs out. The arrangement means the collection works for browsing as easily as for straight reading, and the writing avoids both textbook dryness and the breathless tone that usually attaches to this subject. Readers are left with questions rather than tidy conclusions, which is rather the point. Practical details: • Fifty-one self-contained accounts, each readable on its own • Covers lost civilisations, unexplained artefacts and unresolved historical crimes • Distinguishes established fact from speculation instead of blurring the two • Browsable format that suits short reading sessions A fit for history enthusiasts, trivia collectors and older school students, and an easy gift for a curious reader; published by Rupa Publications and available at Boipoka.