""Famous Phonies: Legends, Fakes, and Frauds Who Changed History is the first in a new nonfiction middle grade series that will explore the underbelly of history, making you question everything you thought you knew about history's finest. It's perfect for the history buff, the reluctant reader, or that kid who loves the strange and unusual."" --

Readers learn how to discern the truth from lies through a series of activities, games, and experiments.

Presents eighteen true stories from World War II that showcase some of the ways in which the Allies used deception to outwit their enemies.

"Describes a variety of famous hoaxes from the past"--Provided by publisher.