by TerryDeary (Author), HelenFlook (Illustrator)
From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Isambard Kingdom Brunel's Great Western is the biggest, fasted steamship in the world. But the crew of the little Irish steamship Sirius are determined to beat Brunel's sea monster and be the first ship to cross the Atlantic by steam alone. With fires causing havoc, Brunel getting injured and one ship running out of coal, which steam sea monster has the power to win this dangerous race? Terry Deary's Victorian Tales explore the fascinating world of the Victorians, including many of the incredible achievements and breakthroughs that took place, through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 64
Publisher: Bloomsbury Education
Published: 08 Sep 2016
ISBN 10: 1472939832
ISBN 13: 9781472939838
Children’s book age: 7-9 Years
Book Overview: 'Horrible Histories' author Terry Deary's hilarious and gripping stories bring the Victorian period to life. This new edition includes brand new readers' notes to help extend learning and exploration of the time period.