Pirates and Shipwrecks by Tom Mccarthy
When Daniel Collins and the crew of the Betsey set sail for Cuba in 1824, they have no idea of the horrors that lie ahead. This is just one of the stories in a collection of five true tales about pirates and shipwrecks that introduces readers to the perils of the high seas.
Pirates and Shipwrecks: True Stories is the first book in the Mystery & Mayhem series for 9-12 year olds, which features true tales that whet kids' appetites for history by engaging them in genres with proven track records--mystery and adventure. History is made of near misses, unexplained disappearances, unsolved mysteries, and bizarre events that are almost too weird to be true--almost The Mystery & Mayhem series delves into the past to provide kids with a jumping-off point into a lifelong habit of appreciating history. Each of the true tales in Pirates and Shipwrecks, including stories about pirate Barbarossa and adventurer John Franklin, is paired with interesting facts about the setting, industry, and time period. A glossary and index provide the opportunity to use essential academic tools. These nonfiction narratives use clear, concise language with compelling plots, drawing in both avid and reluctant readers.Tom McCarthy is the author of Remainder, Men in Space, and Tintin and the Secret of Literature, among other works.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781619304758 |
| ISBN 10 | 1619304759 |
| Title | Pirates and Shipwrecks |
| Author | Tom Mccarthy |
| Series | Mystery And Mayhem Ser |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Nomad Press |
| Year published | 2016-10-27 |
| Number of pages | 128 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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