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How to Drive a Roman Chariot

By Caryl Hart
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How to Drive a Roman Chariot by Caryl Hart is a delightful children's book that takes readers on an adventurous journey to ancient Rome. The story follows Albie, a young boy who unexpectedly finds himself amidst the hustle and bustle of Roman life. Alongside Roman friends, Albie learns about Roman culture while navigating the thrilling experience of driving a chariot, with plenty of excitement and laughs along the way.
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This book may appeal to you if you love exciting adventures filled with humour and historical charm. Caryl Hart brings history to life, taking young readers on a delightful ride through ancient times with relatable characters. If you like playful stories that spark the imagination and educate while entertaining, this is the perfect choice.

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Celebrate ten years of Albie with this brand-new adventure set in the world of Ancient Rome! This is the perfect introduction into the Albie series, which is packed with fun, friendship, and soft curriculum-based learning. 

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Join Albie on a brand new adventure in the tenth book in this brilliant series by the bestselling author and illustrator pairing, Caryl Hart and Ed Eaves. This is the perfect introduction into the Albie series, which is packed with fun, friendship, and soft curriculum-based learning.

Albie is outside feeding the horses, when it starts to rain and he finds himself whisked off to Ancient Rome! There he meets a young girl, Julia, and before they know it, they are at the helm of a runaway chariot. Can they stop the chariot before it's too late? Ancient history has never been so much fun!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781471181757

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 August 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Childrens Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Ed Eaves

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

Collections

Ancient & Classical History Caryl Hart Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Historical Fiction Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Historical Fiction Young Adult

About the Author

Caryl Hart is a full-time children’s author, who also runs creative events and workshops at schools, libraries and festivals. When she's not writing, Caryl can be found at her local gym, hiking in the hills of the Peak District with her dog, or drinking tea in a nearby cafe. Her favourite place is the library because its nice and warm and full of books. She lives in Sheffield, UK with her family. For more information and activities visit: www.carylhart.com    Ed Eaves is an extremely versatile illustrator. He lives in Kent with his wife, fellow illustrator Rebecca Finn. As well as Plunge into Pirate Pool, he has illustrated Supermarket Zoo, How to Grow a Dinosaur, Welcome to Alien School, Pirate Pussycat, and Tyrannosaurus Rocks for Simon & Schuster.

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