Death by Petticoat: American History Myths Debunked

By: Mary Miley Theobald

Genre: Non-Fiction

Rating: 3 stars

Summary:

Covering many myths which have become "common knowledge" in America, Theobald sets out to easily set the record straight on 63 American myths.

My thoughts:
First of all, yes I know I am reading non-fiction...it happens occasionally...

I thought this was a perfect level for those who aren't hard-core history buffs but still have an interest in history. it is explains these stories in a slightly humorous, matter of fact way which makes it very memorable.

The title comes from the myth that colonial women's second leading cause of death was their skirts catching fire. However, this due to the fact that the cottons, wools and linens of their age are far less flammable than the nylon, rayon and polyesters of ours.

This has more credibility for me than most of the works like this mainly due to the bibliography in the back which allows for checking of the facts. This book is perfect for what it is and is a fun little thing to have on hand.

Thanks to Netgalley for giving me a copy in exchange for review.