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Even More Fascinating True Stories for the Whole Family  (Book 3)

Even More Fascinating True Stories for the Whole Family (Book 3)

Graham Hodson

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Rockwood Publishing
Año de edición:
2024
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Historia
ISBN:
9798224746736
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Designed to captivate readers from age 8 to 108, this 3rd book in the series is a gateway to a world where the past comes alive, offering a further 31 brand new stories of intrigue, courage, and wonder that are waiting to enlighten, entertain, and inspire. Every story is vividly brought to life with a beautiful full-color illustration. However, 'Even More Fascinating True Stories for the Whole Family' is more than a book; it’s an adventure that spans the globe, featuring men and women who have left a lasting impact on our world. From scientists who made ground-breaking discoveries to people who changed the course of history to musicians who helped shape popular culture, and many, many more, these stories showcase the best of the human spirit. Prepare to be amazed, inspired, and delighted as you explore these true stories and find yourself on a journey that celebrates the diversity of human experience, highlighting moments of triumph, acts of bravery, and flashes of brilliance. It is an invitation to explore the richness of our shared heritage, to marvel at the tapestry of human achievement, and to discover the stories that connect us all across time and culture. The stories in this book include: The Attack on Pearl Harbor The Colossus of Rhodes Morse Code The Construction and Significance of the Panama CanalJ.K. Rowling and Harry Potter The Great Pyramid of Giza Kellogg’s The Lighthouse of AlexandriaElvis Presley The Great Wall of China The Story of PenicillinChrist the Redeemer The American Civil War The Roman Colosseum Venus and Serena Williams The Taj MahalBeatrix PotterThe Statue of Zeus at Olympia Genghis KhanWilliam Shakespeare The Discovery of Insulin Oskar Schindler Photography The British Empire BrailleThe Death of Diana, Princess of Wales Nikola Tesla 9/11 Winston Churchill The Renaissance Era The Beatles

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