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Race to the Frozen North
The Matthew Henson Story
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A fascinating and thrilling fictionalised account of the life of Matthew Henson, the first African-American man to travel to the North Pole, from the Carnegie nominated author Catherine Johnson.
Inspired by the incredible life of Matthew Henson (Dyslexia-friendly)
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A thrilling fictionalised account of the life of Matthew Henson, the first African-American man to travel to the North Pole, from the Carnegie-nominated author Catherine Johnson.
Race to the Frozen North presents the story of Matthew Henson, an ordinary man until Commander Robert E. Peary entered his life and offered him a chance at true adventure. Henson became navigator, craftsman, translator, and right-hand man on a treacherous journey to the North Pole, defying the odds and overcoming the many prejudices that faced him to become a true pioneer.
This is his remarkable and often untold story.
Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
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Race to the Frozen North is praised for its gripping and wise narrative, bringing historical figures to life with depth and emotion. Catherine Johnson's storytelling masterfully highlights the overlooked contributions of Matthew Henson, igniting both admiration and a sense of justice for his achievements. The book is recognised for its powerful commentary on racial injustice and is celebrated for uncovering the hidden histories of marginalised individuals.
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ISBN: 9781781128404
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 05 September 2018
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Katie Hickey
- Illustrated by Katie Hickey
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 8.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 200g
Pages: 128
About the Author
Katie Hickey is an illustrator whose work deals with both the narrative and informational realms, and often combining the two. A graduate of Falmouth University in Cornwall, England, Katie's work frequently takes inspiration from her travels and surroundings to create characterful and atmospheric images.
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