The Race To The South Pole (Stories From History)
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Turn the page and take a step back in time! From the Stories From History series, The Race to the South Pole takes a completely factual look at the all but impossible journey to the South Pole. This book is presented in a fast-paced, edgy graphic novel format including bright, action-packed scenes. In the early 1900s, one destination remained untouched by human beings – the South Pole. Antarctica’s ruthless weather, including blizzards and temperatures that can reach -119ºF in the winter, made human beings’ attempts to reach this remote location all but impossible. However, two extraordinary men were determined to overcome the odds in a race to reach the South Pole. Thus began their voyage of frostbite, starvation, fame, and for some death. The Race to the South Pole is sure to capture any reader’s attention and turn even the most casual reader into a history buff! Features: • Full-Color illustrations • Fact Boxes • Timeline, glossary, and index Tales from the past meet modern-day storytelling! Epic battles, secret plots, and brave warriors await readers in the nonfiction Stories From History series. Discover history in a fast-paced format, taking readers right to the action! History has never been this excitin

Series: Stories From History

Paperback: 48 pages

Publisher: Brighter Child (October 15, 2006)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0769647022

ISBN-13: 978-0769647029

Product Dimensions: 6.2 x 0.4 x 9.5 inches

Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces

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Best Sellers Rank: #970,443 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #67 in Books > Children's Books > Comics & Graphic Novels > History #316 in Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > History > Exploration & Discovery

Age Range: 8 - 14 years

Grade Level: 3 - 8

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