History's lost treasures / by Tammy Gagne.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781632355959
- ISBN: 1632355957
- ISBN: 9781632356499
- ISBN: 163235649X
- Physical Description: 32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
- Publisher: Mankato, MN : 12 Story Library, [2019]
Content descriptions
General Note: | Includes index. |
Formatted Contents Note: | A pirate's stolen hoard -- An ancient Hebrew treasure map -- Black pearls in the desert -- Treasure trapped inside a mountain peak -- An emperor's empty tomb -- A millionaire's treasure hunt -- A priceless fossil -- Montezuma's treasure -- A prize between two pine trees -- Nazi loot in Lake Toplitz -- Peking man goes missing -- The glittering treasure of Lima. |
Summary, etc.: | "Brings to light 12 of history's lost treasures including The Copper Scroll, discovered in Jerusalem in the 1940's that is determined to be the oldest known religious writing; the Victoria Peak Treasure in New Mexico that was found in 1937, but then lost again; Confederate Colonel John Mosby's Treasure hidden in the woods of Fairfax County, Virginia, but still not found after 150 years; and more. The book features historic photos, interesting side bars, and thought-provoking prompts."--Publisher's website. |
Target Audience Note: | Grades 3-7. Ages 8-12. |
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Subject: | Archaeology > History > Juvenile literature. Treasure troves > Juvenile literature. Excavations (Archaeology) > Juvenile literature. |
Genre: | Instructional and educational works. |
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Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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Janet Carlson Calvert Library - Franklin | J 910.41 GAG (Text) | 33345000335604 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
History's Lost Treasures
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History's Lost Treasures
Brings to light 12 of history's lost treasures including The Copper Scroll, discovered in Jerusalem in the 1940's that is determined to be the oldest known religious writing; the Victorio Peak Treasure in New Mexico that was found in 1937, but then lost again; Confederate Colonel John Mosby's Treasure hidden in the woods of Fairfax County, Virginia, but still not found after 150 years; and more. The book features historic photos, interesting sidebars, and thought-provoking prompts.