Phillip Hoose is a celebrated author whose diverse body of work spans books, essays, songs, and articles. He is known for exploring themes of social justice, environmentalism, and the untold stories of young people in history. His writing often possesses a distinctive narrative quality, bringing historical events and overlooked voices to life with compelling prose. Hoose's dedication to uncovering and protecting endangered species, alongside his background in environmental science, informs much of his impactful storytelling.
This award-winning book offers a compelling exploration of its subject, blending thorough research with engaging storytelling. It presents factual information in an accessible manner, making it suitable for readers of all ages. The work is notable for its rich illustrations and well-organized content, enhancing the learning experience while captivating the audience's interest. Through its informative approach, it encourages curiosity and deeper understanding of the topic at hand.
"History is rewarding, but in my experience most people have to be led to it. So--called Reluctant Readers are mainly reluctant to be bored. They require, and deserve, historical material that meets them partway. And that is the history we have in this brilliant new series." ?from the Introduction by Phillip Hoose The History in 50 series explores history by telling thematically linked stories. Each book includes 50 illustrated narrative accounts of people and events--some well--known, others often overlooked--that, together, build a rich connect--the--dots mosaic and challenge conventional assumptions about how history unfolds. What do the Trojan Horse, Piltdown Man, the Keely Motor Company, and the Cottingley Fairies have in common? They were all famous hoaxes'lies, carefully designed and bolstered with false evidence. The hoaxsters in this book harbored a variety of ambitions: making money, winning World War II, or mocking parents and other authorities. Ideas about what to fake and how to fake it trend with the times. But as P.T. Barnum knew, you can short--circuit critical thinking in any century by telling people what they want to hear. As captured by Gale Eaton's exuberant sleuthing and nonfiction artistry, the history of scam artists is both entertaining and revealing, a unique and telling lens through which to view human progress.
Now in paperback, the History in 50 Series is introduced bby National Book and Newbery Honor Aeard--winner Phillip Hoose.
Tells the story of the Ivory-billed Woodpecker's decline in the United States, describing the encounters between this species and humans, and discussing what these encounters have taught us about preserving endangered species and habitat. -- Provided by publisher
Before Rosa Parks, there was 15-year-old Claudette Colvin. Now available in paperback: her National Book Award-wining story, told by the incomparable Phillip Hoose. číst celé