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Hazardous Tales #9: Major Impossible
John Wesley Powell always had the spirit of adventure in him. As a young man, he traveled all over the United States exploring. When the Civil War began, Powell went to fight for the Union, and even after he lost most of his right arm, he continued to fight until the war was over.
In 1869, he embarked with the Colorado River Exploring Expedition—ten men in four boats—to float through the Grand Canyon. Over the course of three months, the explorers lost their boats and supplies, nearly drowned, and were in peril on multiple occasions. Ten explorers went in, but only six came out.
Powell would come to be known as one of the most epic explorers in history!
History meets graphic novel in this New York Times bestselling series. Follow along as true historical stories come to life with funny characters and illustrations. Witness the victory at Valley Forge, meet Harriet Tubman on the Underground Railroad, and learn about secret bombing missions during World War II. 128 pgs, pb. -Emily G
Product Format: | Hardcover |
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Brand: | Amulet Paperbacks |
Author: | Nathan Hale |
Grades: | 3-7 |
ISBN: | 9781419737084 |
Length in Inches: | 7.75 |
Width in Inches: | 5.75 |
Height in Inches: | 0.625 |
Weight in Pounds: | 0.75 |