The Mayflower: The perilous voyage that changed the world

(Hardback)

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An enchanting, illustrated book following the journey of the Mayflower, marking 400 years since the Pilgrims set sail for the New World. Discover the real history behind Thanksgiving and follow the Pilgrims' famous voyage to the Americas in this beautifully illustrated non-fiction storybook for kids. Step on board the Mayflower and meet the amazing cast of crew and passengers, from burly sailors, to Pilgrims, servants, children, and animals. Discover who the Pilgrims were and why they chose to risk their lives to make the treacherous journey across the Atlantic, relive the ferocious storms as the Mayflower crested gigantic waves, and find out what life was really like on board for the 102 passengers. Beautifully illustrated with an incredible cross-section diagram of the ship, comprehensive maps, and a story-like narrative, this book brings the history of the Mayflower to life for a whole new generation. This stunning book makes the perfect gift to commemorate one of the most famous adventures in history.

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Author- Libby Romero was a journalist and a teacher before becoming an author. Her books include the biography Ibn al-Haytham- The Man Who Discovered How We See, as well as American teacher guides, interactive whiteboards, and a variety of other materials, including National Geographic's Explorer magazines and the Smithsonian Institution's TweenTribune. Libby is the author of DK Life Stories- Helen Keller (January 2019), DK Life Stories- Jane Goodall (August 2019), and DK Life Stories- Amelia Earhart (publishing in February 2020).