Against the odds
Humphreys, Alastair2023
Book
Some of the greatest adventurers of all time have once failed. Many more have had to overcome great hardships to pursue lives of adventure. Hand-picked by Alastair Humphreys, this compilation retells the extraordinary journeys undertaken by adventurers who have tried, failed and succeeded against the odds. These men and women have ventured into space, oceans, deserts and jungles and inspired Alastair's own adventures. They may do the same for you too. A book full of hope and the power of self-belief and determination.
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broughton Library | Children's Non Fiction | J910.92Hardback | On loan - Due: 20 Mar 2026 |
| Eccles Library | Children's Non Fiction | J910.92Hardback | Available |
| Walkden Library | Children's Non Fiction | J910.92Hardback | Available |
Main title:
Against the odds / Alastair Humphreys ; illustrated by Pola Mai.
Author:
Humphreys, Alastair, authorMai, Pola, illustrator
Work:
Imprint:
London : Templar Books, 2023.
Collation:
92 pages : illustrations (black and white, and colour), maps (colour) ; 29 cm
Audience:
Juvenile.
ISBN:
9781787410169 (hbk)
Dewey class:
910.4J910.92910.92
Language:
English
BRN:
3599672