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A passport to the world's most intriguing destinations, this book
is a bounty of information and gorgeous illustrations that will
spark wonder and wanderlust curiosity in young readers. Filled with
the magic of myth, culture, natural beauty, and history, this
introduction to eighteen of the world's most fascinating places
introduces young readers to the ineffable qualities that make these
locations so special. Stunning double-page spreads offer a deep
dive into each site, with fascinating invaluable information and
exciting perspectives. Readers will learn about the unique geology
of Thingvellir National Park in Iceland and Namibia's Brandberg
Mountain; the legends behind Germany's Lorelei rock and Greece's
Delphi; the diverse cultural histories of Timbuktu and Jerusalem;
the architectural and natural splendor of Mount Taishan in China
and Palenque in Mexico; and even the galactic marvels of the Milky
Way. Discovering these places' unique histories, physical
characteristics, and cultural lore will inspire readers to learn
more about each place, and encourage their interest in travel,
geography, history, and the unexpected.
1. Einleitung .- 2. Pratexte.- 3. Texte und Falle.- 4. Kontexte.-
5. Fazit.
This beautifully illustrated biography of a pivotal early scientist
will captivate the inner adventurer in children and adults alike
Explorer. Scientist. Polymath. Hero. In his day, Alexander von
Humboldt (1769-1859) was among the most renowned scholars of the
Enlightenment. He led pioneering expeditions in Central and South
America (including the Amazon rainforest) as well as in Siberia,
and he arguably founded the natural sciences as we know them.
Charles Darwin called Humboldt "the greatest scientific traveler
who ever lived," and credited him with inspiring the journey that
resulted in On the Origin of Species. And yet, in history books,
Humboldt has been eclipsed by his intellectual heirs and admirers -
such as Darwin himself, John Muir, and Henry David Thoreau - until
now. This captivating, richly illustrated narrative biography for
kids will whisk away readers young and old, and inspire them to see
the world through the eyes of one of the greatest early scientists.
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