The Amazing Life of Mary, Queen of Scots, 9781782506683
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Queen, captive, accused: Discover the dramatic life of Mary, Queen of Scots.

The Amazing Life of Mary, Queen of Scots

fact-tastic stories from scotland's history

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  • Paperback

    128 pages

  • Release Date

    20 October 2021

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Summary

She was Queen of Scotland and of France, and a possible Queen of England; she was involved in a series of mysterious deaths; in the end she lost her head… But what was life really like for Mary, Queen of Scots?

Put on your ruff and step into the sixteenth century for a unique glimpse into the dramatic life of the infamous queen. Mary’s story is told from the perspective of her young servant Alec. Each easy-to-read chapter mixes the involving story of the queen’s life with timelines, c…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781782506683
ISBN-10:1782506683
Author:Gill Arbuthnott, Mike Phillips
Publisher:Floris Books
Imprint:Floris Books
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:128
Release Date:20 October 2021
Weight:158g
Dimensions:197mm x 158mm
Series:Young Kelpies
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Gill Arbuthnott uses James Marchbanks story to make the Great War accessible to younger readers. Jane Sandell, librarian on A Secret Diary of the First World War

�Gill Arbuthnott uses James Marchbank�s story to make the Great War accessible to younger readers.� ndash; Jane Sandell, librarian on A Secret Diary of the First World War

About The Author

Gill Arbuthnott

Gill Arbuthnott is the author of numerous fiction, non-fiction and picture books for children and young adults and has been nominated for a number of major UK book awards. A former biology teacher, Gill has written many non-fiction books to engage children with science. Her books include A Secret Diary of the First World War, Chaos Clock, Winterbringers, The Giant Panda Party and What Makes You You? Gill lives in Edinburgh with her family and Leonard the cat.

Mike Phillips (1961-2024) was the illustrator of many children’s books series including the Museum Mystery Squad, Fact-tastic Stories from Scotland’s History, Horrible Histories: Gruesome Guides and Horrible Geography.

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