Bad Days in History: A Gleefully Grim Chronicle of Misfortune, Mayhem, and Misery for Every Day of the Year

Each day of the year reveals a tale of misfortune and chaos, as Michael Farquhar explores historical events filled with bad luck. From the dramatic demise of Caligula to a hotelier's mishap with a Picasso, these 365 stories highlight lost fortunes, romantic disasters, and bizarre occurrences, such as the Great Molasses Flood of 1919. The book offers a captivating look at how chance and circumstance can lead to extraordinary outcomes throughout history.