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When it comes to conspiracy theories, nothing is off-limits. These theories can include narratives on everything imaginable – from aliens to mind control. However, historical conspiracy theories are quite interesting, as they subvert all of our expectations. Firstly, they subvert our understanding of history by making us question what we believed to be true. Secondly, these theories make us wonder about the impact these mysteries had on shaping the world of today? With the book History’s Mysteries, the author Bernadine Christner provides you with loads of engaging and unique content that will shed new light on some of the greatest historical figures. By reexamining some of the most popular mysteries, this book will help you make a distinction between historical facts and fiction. This book will show you the real truth behind: • The Escovedo Murder – the assassination of Juan de Escovedo, the secretary of Philip’s famed natural brother, Don John of Austria • The Mystery of the Kirks – the enigmatic Church that has perplexed Englishmen ever since it came into existence • The Conspiracy of the Gowrie – the unfolding of the bizarre events also known as the ’The slaying of the Ruthvens’ • The Mystery of Campden – a story where a whole family was hanged for the murder of their master when in fact, the master was well and alive |
