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The Book of Heroes: Tales of History's Most Daring Guys (History (World))

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Book of Heroes: Tales of History's Most Daring Guys (History (World))
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Crispin Boyer
By (author) National Geographic Kids
SeriesHistory (World)
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:176
Dimensions(mm): Height 289,Width 213
ISBN/Barcode 9781426325533
ClassificationsDewey:B
Audience
Primary & Secondary Education
Children / Juvenile

Publishing Details

Publisher National Geographic Kids
Imprint National Geographic Kids
Publication Date 3 November 2016
Publication Country United States

Description

Everybody needs a role model! Discover the true stories of superheroes, rebels, world leaders, action heroes, sports legends, and many more daring dudes, all of whom played their part to make their mark, make a contribution, and make the world a better place. From Abraham Lincoln to Sitting Bull, Stephen Hawking to Galileo, these cool guys had the boldness, bravery and brains to meet the challenges of their day. With a fun design, engaging text, and high-quality photographs, this is the ultimate hero guide and keepsake for the 21st century.

Author Biography

CRISPIN BOYER lives in Xcalak, a small fishing village in Mexico, where he writes about history, wildlife, and technology. He and his wife live with their flock of hens, a turkey, two roosters, and a guard goose. His 2013 cover story for National Geographic Kids magazine, Return of the Missing Lynx, won an Eddie Award for Best Single Article, Youth/Teen. The American Library Association chose his book This or That? as one of 2015's top picks for reluctant young-adult readers.

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