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.

True Stories of the Second World War: Usborne True Stories
True Stories of the Second World War: Usborne True Stories

Author: Paul Dowswell

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2012-09-01

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 1409555151

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Twelve thrilling true stories of the Second World War. Includes real life tales of epic naval battles, monumental battles and duels between solitary snipers for control of Stalingrad amongst other tales of bravery and heroism. Stories are illustrated with maps and line drawings and there are notes on sources and ideas for further reading. Gripping and engaging for readers who prefer real life to fiction.

True Stories of the Blitz
True Stories of the Blitz

Author: Henry Brook

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781409583707

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A collection of true stories about the Blitz of 1940 for modern young readers. Recounts the fascinating stories of ordinary people who experienced the Blitz, including firefighters, fighter pilots and evacuees. Internet links via the Usborne Quicklinks website allow readers to find out more about the Second World War.

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.

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.

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 Spies: Usborne True Stories
True Stories of Spies: Usborne True Stories

Author: Paul Dowswell

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2012-10-01

Total Pages: 97

ISBN-13: 1409555216

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Ten thrilling true stories of spies and espionage. Contains tales of stealth and deception, each every bit as daring and glamorous as the fictional escapades of James Bond, but far more deadly as the real life spies risk capture, torture and execution for their trade. Gripping and engaging for readers who prefer real life to fiction.

True Stories of Ghosts: Usborne True Stories
True Stories of Ghosts: Usborne True Stories

Author: Paul Dowswell

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2012-10-01

Total Pages: 92

ISBN-13: 1409555011

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Is there really such a thing as a true ghost story? The strange tales in this book are all based on actual reports by people who believed they had been haunted by ghosts or poltergeists. Stories are illustrated with maps and diagrams. Gripping and engaging for readers who prefer real life to fiction.

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.

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.