A Day in the Life of Fossils, Fire and Other Fantastic Finds

Amazing Discoveries That Changed the World

(Author) Mike Barfield
Format: Paperback
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A fourth title in the 'A Day in the Life' series, this time looking at amazing and historic discoveries. Created by award-winning duo Mike Barfield and Jess Bradley, the book follows the highly successful format of the previous three titles, with a mix of graphic-style factual comics, as well as Secret Diaries, Bigger Picture pages, and Even Bigger Picture double-page spreads. From the treasures found in Tutankhamun's tomb and Roald Amundsen's ground-breaking expedition to the South Pole to the uncovering of the first dinosaur, the invention of gunpowder, the accidental discovery of penicillin and the launch of the James Webb telescope, this is a laugh-out-loud guide to the world's most incredible and wonderful discoveries.Also available in the series: A Day in the Life of a Poo, a Gnu and You (Winner of the Blue Peter Book Award 2021) 9781780556468 A Day in the Life of a Caveman, a Queen and Everything in Between 9781780557137A Day in the Life of an Astronaut, Mars and the Distant Stars 9781780557441

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Publisher:
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781837250257
Publish year:
2025
Publish date:
Sept. 11, 2025

Mike Barfield

Mike Barfield is a British writer and illustrator best known for his humorous and informative non-fiction books for children, including "Aaaarrgghh! Spider!" His witty and engaging style has made complex topics accessible to young readers. Barfield's work encourages curiosity and a love of learning through humor and creativity.

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