Explore with Gertrude Bell

This fascinating book takes readers through the life story of influential English archaeologist and traveler Gertrude Bell. Bell explored what is now the Middle East and played a significant role in the creation of modern Iraq. Historical facts, images, and high-interest information are presented in a tabloid-style to engage readers in an accessible way. Topics include Bell’s work in archaeology, her mountain summits, and her role in World War One. Teacher’s guide available.

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Explore with Gertrude Bell

This fascinating book takes readers through the life story of influential English archaeologist and traveler Gertrude Bell. Bell explored what is now the Middle East and played a significant role in the creation of modern Iraq. Historical facts, images, and high-interest information are presented in a tabloid-style to engage readers in an accessible way. Topics include Bell’s work in archaeology, her mountain summits, and her role in World War One. Teacher’s guide available.

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Explore with Gertrude Bell

Explore with Gertrude Bell

by Tim Cooke
Explore with Gertrude Bell

Explore with Gertrude Bell

by Tim Cooke

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Overview

This fascinating book takes readers through the life story of influential English archaeologist and traveler Gertrude Bell. Bell explored what is now the Middle East and played a significant role in the creation of modern Iraq. Historical facts, images, and high-interest information are presented in a tabloid-style to engage readers in an accessible way. Topics include Bell’s work in archaeology, her mountain summits, and her role in World War One. Teacher’s guide available.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780778739104
Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company
Publication date: 10/15/2017
Series: Travel with the Great Explorers
Pages: 32
Product dimensions: 10.80(w) x 8.70(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range: 8 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

Meet the Boss 4

Where Are We Heading? 6

Gertrude Bell's Travels in the Middle East 8

Meet the Crew 10

Check Out the Ride 12

Solve It With Science 14

Hanging at Home 16

Meeting and Greeting 18

Running the Empire 20

I Love Nature 22

Fortune Hunting 24

This Isn't What It Said in the Brochure! 26

End of the Road 28

Glossary & Timeline 30

On the Web & Books 31

Index 32

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