True Stories of Polar Adventures: Usborne True Stories

True Stories of Polar Adventures: Usborne True Stories PDF

Author: Paul Dowswell

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2013-09-01

Total Pages: 89

ISBN-13: 1409569071

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A gripping collection of true stories of exploration and danger over the icy wastelands of Antarctica. Contains true life stories from the fated expedition of Captain Scott to Ernest Shackleton's epic trek across the snow to save his stranded crew.

Polar

Polar PDF

Author: Paul Dowswell

Publisher: Usborne Books

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 142

ISBN-13: 9780746089750

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Contains stories of heroism, bravery and battling the odds. This book contains maps, line drawings and notes on sources and further reading.

True Polar Adventures

True Polar Adventures PDF

Author: Paul Dowswell

Publisher: Usborne Books

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 142

ISBN-13: 9780746051931

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A collection of true adventure stories and retellings of remarkable journeys, all based around the Poles. The volume seeks to encourage even the most reluctant reader to pick up a book.

True Stories of Everest Adventures: Usborne True Stories

True Stories of Everest Adventures: Usborne True Stories PDF

Author: Paul Dowswell

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2013-09-01

Total Pages: 90

ISBN-13: 1409569012

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Eleven true-life stories of adventure and exploration on the world's tallest mountain, including tales of tragedy, misfortune and reckless ambition. Gripping and engaging for readers who prefer real life to fiction.

True Stories of Desert Adventures

True Stories of Desert Adventures PDF

Author: Gill Harvey

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2013-09-01

Total Pages: 96

ISBN-13: 1409568997

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Deserts are some of the wildest, most inhospitable places on earth, too dry for any but the toughest creatures to survive. But their harsh beauty and hidden secrets have inspired many quests and dreams – some brave, some desperate, and some foolhardy – as these eleven stories show...

War Stories: Usborne True Stories

War Stories: Usborne True Stories PDF

Author: Paul Dowswell

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2014-01-01

Total Pages: 243

ISBN-13: 1409580733

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A collection of moving stories from the First and Second World War published in association with the Imperial War Museum. These twenty-two stories recount some of the most heroic, devastating and pivotal moments of the World Wars providing young readers with an insight into the human stories behind the conflicts. "A truly moving collection of tales. From spies and secret plots to snipers and zeppelin raids, it brings history alive with real heroes." - tbk Magazine

True Stories of The Blitz: Usborne True Stories

True Stories of The Blitz: Usborne True Stories PDF

Author: Henry Brook

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2012-09-01

Total Pages: 117

ISBN-13: 1409555178

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A thrilling collection of true stories about The Blitz of 1940 for modern young readers. Recounts the fascinating stories of ordinary Londoners who experienced the Blitz, including firefighters, fighter pilots and children evacuated far from their families. With internet links via Usborne Quicklinks to websites where readers can find out more about the Second World War. Published in association with the Imperial War Museum in London. Gripping and engaging for readers who prefer real life to fiction.

True Stories of Pirates: Usborne True Stories

True Stories of Pirates: Usborne True Stories PDF

Author: Lucy Lethbridge

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2013-09-01

Total Pages: 98

ISBN-13: 1409569055

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Three hundred years ago, pirates ruled the oceans. Attacking and robbing the rich trading ships that crossed their paths, the most successful pirates acquired fabulous treasure and lived like kings. But a pirate's career was short and cruel. These stories tell a tale of hardship and brutality, bringing to life the flamboyant characters of the most famous pirate captains and the determination of the men who set out to capture them. Gripping and engaging for readers who prefer real life to fiction.