The Story of Pirates by Rob Lloyd Jones
Reveals the grim and gritty facts about pirate attacks, terrible pirate tortures, and how notorious captains like Bartholomew Roberts, Captain Kidd and Blackbeard were finally defeated. Tells the story of piracy from the bloodthirsty seafarers of the Roman Empire, vividly illustrated by Vincent Dutrait Developed in consultation with reading experts from Roehampton University and a historical expert. With internet links to websites to find out more.
'Irresistible for children learning to read' - Child Education Plus; 'Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme' - Julia Eccleshare
Rob studied Egyptology at university, but never thought he'd do much with it. Since joining Usborne in 2005, he's written loads of books about Ancient Egypt, and on topics ranging from space to the story of Islam. He is also the author of several award-winning historical adventure novels, and a hopeless cook.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780746077597 |
| ISBN 10 | 0746077599 |
| Title | The Story of Pirates |
| Author | Rob Lloyd Jones |
| Series | Young Reading Series 3 |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Usborne Publishing Ltd |
| Year published | 2007-07-27 |
| Number of pages | 64 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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