Defying Death: True Tales of Survival

By Gary Jeffrey and Rob Shone

Book Overview

Survival instincts have made humans what we are today. However, modernity has made those instincts much less of a focus for many people. For this reason, stories of survival can seem even more captivating. This unparalleled volume features more than a dozen remarkable tales of survival against the odds based on true events. Illustrations and a layout inspired by graphic novels make readers feel like they are part of the grueling struggles to stay alive in a variety of environments, from deserted deserts to vast open seas and freezing polar regions. This title also includes explanatory text that introduces each dangerous environment with facts, photos, and maps. With the knowledge from this volume, readers can feel more confident in their survival abilities, and in the endurance of the human spirit.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1499475160
• ISBN13: 9781499475166
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
• Length: 112 Pages
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8