Epic New Zealand Adventurers
By Maria Gill
Illustrated by Marco Ivancic
ISBN 978871776940127
Maria Gill has thoughtfully compiled an introduction to 10 New Zealand adventurers.
This is not so much a biographical picture book, but more an introduction to some of New Zealand’s best adventurers. There is enough information to whet the appetite, and tempt readers to explore more themselves. Some names are well known, like Sir Edmund Hillary, but a few lesser known people are included.
I think about how many of the people here have shown themselves to be determined and considerably brave. They have believed in themselves, taken risks and succeeded.
Laura Dekker, at 14 years old, sailed around the world on her own. The Dutch authorities where she was living, refused to let her do this trip, even taking her to court 8 times to stop her. They said she was too young. Laura was so determined to sail the world that her and her father left the Netherlands and she began her adventure on her own, from a different starting point. What a truly, amazing and courageous thing to do. I could never imagine being that brave or being alone for such a long time. Find out how long she was on her own, when you read this book. You’ll be so amazed.
Marco Ivancic has once again illustrated Maria’s book. Their work together is always top notch. The art is a kind of photo realism, which suits the text so well.
Another good book for teachers, school libraries, and parents. It is great for sharing with children and demonstrates, that with a bit of confidence and believing in themselves, children can take on challenges and have their own adventures.
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