True Stories of Pirates: Usborne True Stories
True Stories of Pirates: Usborne True Stories

Author: Lucy Lethbridge

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2013-09-01

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 1409569055

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Three hundred years ago, pirates ruled the oceans. Attacking and robbing the rich trading ships that crossed their paths, the most successful pirates acquired fabulous treasure and lived like kings. But a pirate's career was short and cruel. These stories tell a tale of hardship and brutality, bringing to life the flamboyant characters of the most famous pirate captains and the determination of the men who set out to capture them. Gripping and engaging for readers who prefer real life to fiction.

Stories of Pirates
Stories of Pirates

Author: Russell Punter

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2015-05-01

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13: 1474904661

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Prepare to set sail with the craziest crew of pirates on the Seven Seas. Will Charlie get rid of his pesky parrot? Can Molly escape the clutches of the sneaky Captain Spike? And just how will Sam reveal the identity of the Masked Pirate? Come aboard and find out! Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton, specially written for children just starting to read alone. "Irresistible for children learning to read." - Child Education Plus

Sea Adventures: Usborne True Stories
Sea Adventures: Usborne True Stories

Author: Henry Brook

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2013-09-01

Total Pages: 129

ISBN-13: 1409569098

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Set sail across the seven seas with this gripping collection of real life maritime adventures. Perfect for reluctant readers and those who prefer fact to fiction.

The Wild West: Usborne True Stories
The Wild West: Usborne True Stories

Author: Henry Brook

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2013-09-01

Total Pages: 133

ISBN-13: 1409521338

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The Wild West was a lawless wilderness until settlers from America's crowded cities came looking for gold, land and a better way of life. But it was a long struggle to tame this hard country. Here are ten real-life stories from the Old West about the cowboys, outlaws and lawmen who lived and died by the speed of their wits.

True Stories of Gangsters: Usborne True Stories
True Stories of Gangsters: Usborne True Stories

Author: Henry Brook

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2013-09-01

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 1409569039

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From Al Capone to Ned Kelly, you'll find some of history's most dangerous criminals lurking in these eleven thrilling stories. Explore the shadowy underworld of bank robbers, Mafia bosses, prison break-outs and more.

True Stories of Survival: Usborne True Stories
True Stories of Survival: Usborne True Stories

Author: Paul Dowswell

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2013-09-01

Total Pages: 109

ISBN-13: 140956911X

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From shark attacks and blazing airships to exploding spacecraft and sinking submarines, find out what made the difference between life and death in these ten thrilling stories of survival. Gripping and engaging for readers who prefer real life to fiction.

True Stories of Escape: Usborne True Stories
True Stories of Escape: Usborne True Stories

Author: Paul Dowswell

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2012-10-01

Total Pages: 101

ISBN-13: 1409555232

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Eight thrilling true stories of daring escapes. Contains tales of breakouts from infamous institutions such as Alcatraz and Devil's Island, and the risks the prisoners faced afterwards, including savage dogs, armed guards and shark-infested waters. Gripping and engaging for readers who prefer real life to fiction.

True Stories of Everest Adventures: Usborne True Stories
True Stories of Everest Adventures: Usborne True Stories

Author: Paul Dowswell

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2013-09-01

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13: 1409569012

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Eleven true-life stories of adventure and exploration on the world's tallest mountain, including tales of tragedy, misfortune and reckless ambition. Gripping and engaging for readers who prefer real life to fiction.

True Stories of Polar Adventures: Usborne True Stories
True Stories of Polar Adventures: Usborne True Stories

Author: Paul Dowswell

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2013-09-01

Total Pages: 123

ISBN-13: 1409569071

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A gripping collection of true stories of exploration and danger over the icy wastelands of Antarctica. Contains true life stories from the fated expedition of Captain Scott to Ernest Shackleton's epic trek across the snow to save his stranded crew.

True Stories of The Blitz: Usborne True Stories
True Stories of The Blitz: Usborne True Stories

Author: Henry Brook

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2012-09-01

Total Pages: 117

ISBN-13: 1409555178

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A thrilling collection of true stories about The Blitz of 1940 for modern young readers. Recounts the fascinating stories of ordinary Londoners who experienced the Blitz, including firefighters, fighter pilots and children evacuated far from their families. With internet links via Usborne Quicklinks to websites where readers can find out more about the Second World War. Published in association with the Imperial War Museum in London. Gripping and engaging for readers who prefer real life to fiction.