More Fascinating True Stories for the Whole Family

Book excerpt: Dive into the pages of "More Fascinating True Stories for the Whole Family" and journey through an extraordinary collection of a total of 31 individual and awe-inspiring true stories that bring to life the moments and people who have left their mark on our shared history. This book, the 2nd in the series, is a vibrant celebration of human achievement, creativity, and resilience, designed to captivate readers from age 8 to 108 with tales that range from early civilizations to the achievements of the 21st century. Every story is vividly brought to life with a wonderful and unique full-color illustration. Experience the elegance and cunning of Cleopatra, the indomitable spirit of Nelson Mandela, the fascinating story of the Trojan Horse, and the sheer once-in-a-lifetime brilliance of Albert Einstein. Witness the comedy genius of Laurel and Hardy, the men who made the whole world laugh, marvel at the mind of Leonardo Da Vinci and the inventive genius of Thomas Edison, and read in admiration of the courage of the astronauts of the Apollo 11 moon landing, and many, many more! Perfect for all ages, "More Fascinating True Stories for the Whole Family" promises to enlighten, educate, and inspire. Embark on this journey through time, and uncover the stories of extraordinary individuals and events that continue to shape and influence our world today. The stories in this book include: The Watergate Scandal Albert Einstein The Amazing Violet Jessop The Rise and Fall of Adolf Hitler The Apollo 11 Moon Landing Laurel and Hardy The Assassination of John F. Kennedy Walt Disney The Olympic Games Thomas Edison The Boxing Day Tsunami Nelson Mandella Christopher Columbus and 1492 Alexander the Great The Four-Minute Mile Yuri Gagarin, the First Man in Space The Black Death Martin Luther King Jr. The Trojan Horse Mahatma Gandhi Leonardo da Vinci The Invention of the Printing Press Cleopatra The Industrial Revolution Marie Curie The McDonald’s Story Joan of Arc The American War of Independence Julius Caesar Elizabeth I The Tragedy of The Lusitania