Alexander the Great

By: Jane Bingham

Illustrated by Robin Lawrie

Series : Young Reading Series 3

Age 7+

RRP A$16.99

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From the series that brings to life the fascinating lives of famous historical figures Lively speech, gentle humour and full-colour illustrations bring the reader closer to the action as the story unfolds Young readers will learn about each famous character as they read about their achievements, tribulations and triumphs Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers.

Chapters in this book include:
- A map of Alexander's world
- Prince Alexander
- The young king
- Conqueror of the East
- Son of a god?
- Clash of the kings
- Ruler of Persia
- A royal wedding
- Into India
- The end of the Earth?
- Going home
- My life of conquest

Details

Extent:: 64 pages
Dimensions:: 198.8 x 139.1mm
Hardback ISBN:: 9780746063262
Book Band:: Brown
CEFR:: C1 - C2
Lexile:: 800L
Key Stage:: KS2
Publication Date:: August 2004
Work Reference:: 02140

Contents

Chapters in this book include:
- A map of Alexander's world
- Prince Alexander
- The young king
- Conqueror of the East
- Son of a god?
- Clash of the kings
- Ruler of Persia
- A royal wedding
- Into India
- The end of the Earth?
- Going home
- My life of conquest

Author

Jane studied English at Exeter and Art History at York. She has worked on various Usborne dictionaries, encyclopaedias and learning books, and her edition of the Usborne Illustrated Dictionary was awarded a prize for a significant contribution to children's literacy. She has two sons and three stepsons who are now scattered across the globe. She gets a huge thrill from seeing her books on sale when she travels to the USA and Australia.

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Series

View series: Young Reading Series 3

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