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The Great Fire of London

By Gillian Clements

Adjectives

informative engaging illustrated historical

Genres

History Non-fiction

Synopsis

In 1666, a small fire in a London bakery quickly escalated into a massive blaze, engulfing the city for four days. This book vividly recounts the events of the Great Fire of London, exploring its causes, the devastation it wrought, and the subsequent rebuilding efforts. Through engaging text and colourful illustrations, readers will gain insight into this pivotal moment in history and its lasting impact on London.

About the author

Gillian Clements is a talented author and illustrator who loves making history fun and easy to understand. She is well known for her beautifully illustrated books, such as 'The Picture History of Great Buildings' and 'The Picture History of Great Inventors'. Gillian enjoys exploring the past and sharing amazing facts with young readers in her colourful books.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

2012

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