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The Extraordinary Life of Rosa Parks
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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The Extraordinary Life of Rosa Parks
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Dr Sheila Kanani
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Illustrated by Nan Lawson
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| Series | Extraordinary Lives |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:128 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129 |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780241372791
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| Classifications | Dewey:323.1196073092 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Penguin Random House Children's UK
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| Imprint |
Puffin
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| Publication Date |
5 September 2019 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
A bold new non-fiction series for 7+ readers focusing on the lives of inspirational historical and modern figures. Rosa Parks, the woman known for refusing to give up her seat on the bus, triggered a great shift in the fight for civil rights. Raised in Alabama, Rosa Parks knew all about the racism of her society from an early age. Discover how she became the brilliant activist we know today, in this beautifully illustrated book with real-life stories, timelines and facts to bring her nextraordinary story to life.
Author Biography
Sheila Kanani (Author) Dr Sheila Kanani is a space cadet, with her head high up in the clouds, even though her feet are firmly on planet Earth. Sheila became interested in space and astronomy at the age of 13 and her passion sky-rocketed from there. She has a PhD in planetary science and her favourite planet is Saturn. Her favourite 'work' interests are teaching GCSE Astronomy and giving public talks to audiences of all ages and sizes, while representing her place of work, the Royal Astronomical Society, which she adores.
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