Description
As a boy he preferred reading sea stories to doing homework and, at age 16, became an apprentice seaman. Subsequently, Ernest Shackleton's incredible journeys to the South Pole in the early 1900s made him one of the most famous explorers of modern times. His courage in the face of dangerous conditions and unforeseeable tragedies reveal the great leader that he was. His historic 1914 journey aboard the Endurance has all the drama of an action movie.
A series of illustrated biographies for young readers featuring significant historical figures, including artists, scientists, and world leaders.
About the Author
James Buckley, Jr. is a sports writer for children. He has written more than 50 books about sports for kids, including titles on baseball, football, NASCAR, soccer, the Olympics, and more.
Book Information
ISBN 9780448479316
Author James Buckley
Format Paperback
Page Count 112
Imprint Grosset and Dunlap
Publisher Grosset and Dunlap
Weight(grams) 119g
Dimensions(mm) 194mm * 137mm * 6mm
A series of illustrated biographies for young readers featuring significant historical figures, including artists, scientists, and world leaders.
About the Author
James Buckley, Jr. is a sports writer for children. He has written more than 50 books about sports for kids, including titles on baseball, football, NASCAR, soccer, the Olympics, and more.
Book Information
ISBN 9780448479316
Author James Buckley
Format Paperback
Page Count 112
Imprint Grosset and Dunlap
Publisher Grosset and Dunlap
Weight(grams) 119g
Dimensions(mm) 194mm * 137mm * 6mm
