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Alastair Humphreys' Great Adventurers
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You might enjoy this book if you have a budding curiosity about the world and love stories filled with adventure and daring explorations. Perfect for young readers with a thirst for learning about real-life adventurers and their inspiring tales, it combines fascinating historical journeys with engaging illustrations. If you're interested in sparking your imagination and embarking on thrilling adventures from the comfort of home, this book is an ideal choice.
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See moreA showcase of daring feats and journeys undertaken by some of the most heroic explorers who ever lived as hand-picked by Alastair Humphreys.
A showcase of daring feats and journeys undertaken by some of the most heroic explorers who ever lived as hand-picked by Alastair Humphreys.
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WINNER OF THE ORDNANCE SURVEY CHILDREN'S TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAR 2019
Hand-picked by adventurer Alastair Humphreys, this compilation retells the extraordinary journeys undertaken by his personal heroes. These men and women have ventured into space, oceans, deserts and jungles and inspired Alastair's own adventures. They may do the same for you too.
Discover the thrilling experiences in Alastair Humphreys' Great Adventurers and let these stories ignite your own sense of wonder and exploration.
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Alastair Humphreys' Great Adventurers
WINNER OF THE ORDNANCE SURVEY CHILDREN'S TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAR 2019 Hand-picked by adventurer Alastair Humphreys, this compilation retells the extraordinary journeys undertaken by his personal heroes. These men and women have ventured into space, oceans, deserts and jungles and inspired Alastair's own adventures. They may do the same for you too. Discover the thrilling experiences in Alastair Humphreys'...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Ogress and the Orphans: The magical New York Times bestseller
Stone-in-the-Glen, once a lovely town, has fallen on hard times. Fires, floods, and other calamities have caused the townsfolk to lose their library, their school, their park, and all sense of what it means to be generous and kind. The people put their faith in the Mayor, a dazzling fellow who promises he alone can help. After all, he is...Paperback$1899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks
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Alastair Humphreys' Great Adventurers is lauded for being a lively and engaging read for children aged seven and up, introducing them to 20 remarkable explorers. The book is praised for its vibrant illustrations and exciting comic strips, making it an adventure in itself. It's also recognised for its educational value, evident from its shortlist status in the Education Awards.
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ISBN: 9781787416260
Publisher: Templar Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 31 October 2019
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Big Picture Press
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Kevin Ward
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 11.0mm
Width: 217.0mm
Height: 281.0mm
Weight: 516g
Pages: 96
About the Author
Kevin Ward (Illustrator)
Kevin Ward is a Canadian illustrator living in Madrid. He has created editorial illustrations, comics, books, animation, story games and is drawn to curious histories and travel.
He is the illustrator of Alastair Humphreys' Great Adventurers (Big Picture Press), which was awarded the Edward Stanford Children's Travel Book of the Year, the ALCS Educational Writers Award and the Teach Primary Book Award for non-fiction.
His picture book work was also selected for exhibition at the 2017 Bologna Children's Book Fair.
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