The Story of Spying by Rob Lloyd Jones

The Story of Spying by Rob Lloyd Jones

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Part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, this book tells the story of spying, from Alexander the Great's secret scouts to Cold War espionage techniques. It contains details of real life plots uncovered by spies, such as Violette Szabo, amazing inventions used in the world of spying, and the roles which spies have played through the ages.

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The Story of Spying by Rob Lloyd Jones

Lively account of the history of spying, with exciting descriptions of famous spies and the plots they uncovered, from Alexander the Great's secret scouts to Cold War heroes. Includes internet links to recommended websites. Vividly illustrated with illustrations by Ian McNee and photographs of real life people and places. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme Young Reading Series Three for confident readers.
'Irresistible for children learning to read' - Child Education Plus; 'The Usborne Young Reading Program has a lovely selection of classic tales adapted for younger readersGraded in seven levels, these have just enough stretch in them and yet are not too overwhelming' - The Irish Sunday Independent; '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.
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ISBN 13 9780746076835
ISBN 10 0746076835
Title The Story of Spying
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.