Roman Tales: The Captive Celt (Terry Deary's Historical Tales)

Roman Tales: The Captive Celt (Terry Deary's Historical Tales)

by Terry Deary (Author), Helen Flook (Illustrator)

Synopsis

From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... AD 51 Bran is a slave, a prisoner of Rome, but dreams of one day returning to his homeland, Britannia, to fight against the Romans. When the proud young slave is overheard criticizing Rome, he is thrown into prison and faces execution the next day. Luckily, his cell mate Caratacus is a very special prisoner indeed - a British chief. He believes he has a way to save both their skins, but he'll need Bran's help. A tale based on a key moment in Roman history, full of Terry Deary's dark humour and dry wit. Book band: Brown Ideal for ages 7+ Quizzed for Accelerated Reader

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 64
Publisher: Bloomsbury Education
Published: 10 Aug 2017

ISBN 10: 147294190X
ISBN 13: 9781472941909
Children’s book age: 7-9 Years
Book Overview: An exciting historical Roman tale from the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, including brand new readers' notes to help extend learning and exploration of the time period.

Author Bio
Terry Deary is the author of over 200 fiction and non-fiction books, which have been published in 40 languages. His Horrible Histories will celebrate their 25th anniversary in 2018, and have sold over 25 million copies worldwide and been adapted as television series, theatre tours and museum exhibitions. 2018 will also be the 40th anniversary of his first children's book. Terry Deary was voted Outstanding Children's Non-Fiction Author of the 20th Century by Books for Keeps magazine.