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Wonders of the World's Museums: Discover 50 amazing exhibits! (Hardback)
Molly Oldfield (author), Harriet Taylor Seed (illustrator), Peter Malone (illustrator)
£14.99
Hardback
64 Pages
Published: 08/03/2018
Published: 08/03/2018
Open up this treasure trove of wonders to visit 43 museums and 50 exhibits! Discover the most fascinating and mysterious objects found in museums, from star attractions to unsung exhibits. With Molly Oldfield, research elf of hit television show QI, unearth the astonishing stories of how these treasures were created, found and finally displayed. Travel back in time to discover an ancient Egyptian pharaoh, encounter China's mysterious Terracotta Army, sail the seas in a Viking ship, take flight in the world's first aeroplane, defend World War Two Britain in Churchill's siren suit, journey to the Moon with Neil Armstrong in the Apollo 11 Command Module and even play in a World Cup Final wearing Pele's victory shirt. Through stunning photography and glorious illustration, these wonders and many more will bring history, science and culture to life for readers aged 10+, as well as the whole family!
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
ISBN: 9781526360281
Number of pages: 64
Weight: 720 g
Dimensions: 320 x 252 x 12 mm
MEDIA REVIEWS
The Book is packed with photographs, illustrations and text buzzing with enthusiasm. * The Financial Times *
a whirlwind tour of the great museums' strangest treasures...a reference book to be prized * The Daily Telegraph *
Packed with intriguing stories, this collection of wonders will inspire you to discover astonishing objects for yourself. * The Week Junior - Book of the Week *
Beautifully illustrated collection of objects from around the world...[Molly Oldfield's] breadth of knowledge and dry humour shine throughout this book. * Daily Mail *
A book for all the family that could be the start of your next adventure...There really is something for everyone. * KidsinMuseums blog *
a whirlwind tour of the great museums' strangest treasures...a reference book to be prized * The Daily Telegraph *
Packed with intriguing stories, this collection of wonders will inspire you to discover astonishing objects for yourself. * The Week Junior - Book of the Week *
Beautifully illustrated collection of objects from around the world...[Molly Oldfield's] breadth of knowledge and dry humour shine throughout this book. * Daily Mail *
A book for all the family that could be the start of your next adventure...There really is something for everyone. * KidsinMuseums blog *
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