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David Attenborough

Name: David Attenborough
ISBN: 9781526326515

By Anna Baker

How did a curious Leicester boy become the world’s voice for wild creatures?

informative · inspiring · engaging · natural-history

Genres

Biography Non-fiction Nature

What is David Attenborough about?

Discover the remarkable life of David Attenborough, from his childhood in Leicester to his pioneering work in natural history and television. Learn how his curiosity about animals led him to explore wild places, create unforgettable BBC documentaries and inspire millions of people to care for the natural world. This engaging biography introduces his studies, adventures and scientific achievements, showing how one determined broadcaster became one of the world’s best-known voices for wildlife and conservation.

About the author

Anna Baker is an editor and writer who creates engaging information books for children. She enjoys learning about history, the natural world and fascinating people from the past and present. Her Great Scientists series introduces young readers to brilliant thinkers such as Charles Darwin, Marie Curie, Isaac Newton, David Attenborough and Leonardo da Vinci. Anna’s books explain big ideas in a clear, friendly way, helping children discover exciting facts and become curious about the world around them.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

2024

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