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How Pirates Really Work Pa

Name: How Pirates Really Work Pa
ISBN: 9781471174520

By Alan Snow

What really happened aboard pirate ships—and why did women brave the seas?

funny · informative · detailed · swashbuckling

Genres

Non-fiction Adventure Humour

What is How Pirates Really Work Pa about?

Ever wondered what life was really like on a pirate ship? This lively guide takes young readers aboard to meet the crew, explore their ship, discover pirate tools and weapons, and learn how they searched for treasure. Along the way, Alan Snow mixes clear explanations with wonderfully silly illustrations and fascinating facts about famous pirates, including women who sailed the seas. Packed with odd details, jokes and visual surprises, it offers an entertaining introduction to the history, habits and legends of pirates.

About the author

Alan Snow is a British author and illustrator who loves creating imaginative stories and pictures. He is best known for his book 'Here Be Monsters!', which inspired the animated film 'The Boxtrolls'. Alan enjoys bringing unusual worlds and quirky characters to life, making reading a fun adventure for everyone.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2018

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