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What on Earth? Wallbook Timeline of Sport Christopher Lloyd

What on Earth? Wallbook Timeline of Sport By Christopher Lloyd

What on Earth? Wallbook Timeline of Sport by Christopher Lloyd


$19.49
Condition - Very Good
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Summary

A glorious 2m-long fold-out timeline illustrating the story of sport from the ancient Olympics to the present day. Also includes a pocket magnifier and The Wallbook Chronicle that reports on more than 30 key moments from the timeline in the style of a newspaper. Ideal for children aged 7-14 but equally fascinating for all curious adults.

What on Earth? Wallbook Timeline of Sport Summary

What on Earth? Wallbook Timeline of Sport by Christopher Lloyd

A glorious 2m-long fold-out timeline illustrating the story of sport from the ancient Olympics to the present day. Also includes a pocket magnifier and The Wallbook Chronicle that reports on more than 30 key moments from the timeline in the style of a newspaper. Ideal for children aged 7-14 but equally fascinating for all curious adults.

What on Earth? Wallbook Timeline of Sport Reviews

This book is a terrific source of anecdotes from sporting history...the one-legged man who won Olympic gold, how Mohammed introduced the famous Bedouin bloodline to horse breeding, which ancient Olympic superstar was eaten by wolves? Who was the most notorious cheat in the world of Roman chariot racing? What's the worst ever round of golf in a professional tournament? Who is regarded as the first billionaire in modern sport?The book opens out into a unique timeline and tells the history of sport from 776BC right up to the present day using a huge number of illustrations and fascinating facts. Perfect for children and adults in the run-up to the Olympics and to get everyone thinking about why people play sport? By Magnus Hendersen

About Christopher Lloyd

Bestselling author Christopher Lloyd began his career as a journalist with the Sunday Times newspaper. Then, while camping with his family, he had a critical realisation: even with a 1st class degree in history from Cambridge University and experience as a science writer, there was so much about the world he didn't know. So, he set out to write books that zoom out and tell the big stories, opening readers' eyes to how seemingly unrelated events fit together and showing them multiple perspectives on the world, all in highly engaging prose and matched with lively illustration and photography. Now, with several books in print, including the bestselling What on Earth Happened? and Absolutely Everything!, Chris divides his time between writing books and delivering lectures and workshops to schools, literary festivals, and a wide range of other venues around the world. He lives in Tonbridge, Kent, UK, with his wife and two adorable terriers. Patrick Skipworth studied Classics and Linguistics in London and the Netherlands, connecting the dots between ancient cultures, their histories and their languages. Today, Patrick is a children's book editor, but likes to write his own stories when he can. Some of his favourite topics are prehistoric bugs, super-intelligent robots and legends from far away places. Andy Forshaw graduated in graphic design and illustration from London's Central Saint Martins college, and has worked on numerous online and publishing projects. Since 2010, Andy has created more than 5,000 illustrations for children's books. When not illustrating, Andy can be found exploring the countryside on his bike. He lives in London, UK.

Table of Contents

1. 2m-long fold-out timeline2. Newspaper Chronicle3. Crossword4. Letters to the Editor5. 50-Question Quiz

Additional information

GOR007694339
9780993019975
0993019978
What on Earth? Wallbook Timeline of Sport by Christopher Lloyd
Used - Very Good
Paperback
What on Earth Publishing Ltd
2015-10-20
26
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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