Discover over 12 gripping retellings of notable shipwrecks in this
mind-blowing kids book packed with heroic escapes, daring rescues
and danger on the high seas. Find amazing illustrations, historic
photography and interactive elements that reveal extra twists and
surprises: a must-buy for curious minds fascinated by dramatic
real-life events. Did you know there are over three million
shipwrecks lying beneath the world’s seabeds? Unearth more than
12 legendary stories buried with each wreck and learn about the
ship’s original mission; the period it sailed in; the day it all
went wrong; and the moment the ship was discovered at the bottom of
the ocean. From the Mary Rose; the Queen Anne’s Revenge; the HMS
Terror; to the most famous of all, RMS Titanic - readers will
delight in unfolding the book’s interactive pages that bring
these historical stories to life. Inside Lost at Sea! Shipwrecks: -
Over 12 dramatic retellings of shipwrecks throughout history and
across the world - Stunning original artwork, illustrations and
photography accompany each story - Insightful details, unique facts
and observations examine the ship’s purpose, the period it was
built, its original appearance, the day it sank and the moment it
was found - Lift-the-flaps, open the gatefolds and other novelty
elements keep readers engaged and reveal extra imagery and
information - Covers: The Punic Ship Of Marsala (Mediterranean Sea,
Italy);Â Roskilde 6 Viking Ship (Denmark); The Mary Rose
(English Channel, England); Vasa (Stockholm Harbour, Sweden); San
José (Cartagena, Colombia); Queen Anne’s Revenge (North
Carolina, USA); HMSTerror (Canada); SS Yongala (Pacific Ocean,
Queensland, Australia); RMS Titanic (North Atlantic); Endurance
(Weddell Sea, Antarctica);Â USS Indianapolis (Philippine Sea)
Lost at Sea! Shipwrecks is the ultimate gift for children - and
grown ups - who are mesmerised by the secrets of the seas. Written
by Ben Hubbard and illustrated by Eoin Coveney, readers can dive
into the riveting retellings of each shipwreck story and learn all
there is to know about some of the world’s most infamous vessels
taken by the ocean. About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids -
an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet -
published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely
Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many
of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their
children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers
at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books
on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more.
We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help
kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every
day an adventure. Come explore!
General
Imprint: |
Lonely Planet Global Limited
|
Country of origin: |
Ireland |
Release date: |
September 2023 |
Authors: |
Lonely Planet Kids
• Ben Hubbard
|
Dimensions: |
259 x 282 x 17mm (L x W x T) |
Pages: |
24 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-83758-002-6 |
Categories: |
Books
|
LSN: |
1-83758-002-2 |
Barcode: |
9781837580026 |
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