Book Series · 2 Books

Disasters in History Books

In order from Shackleton and the Lost Antarctic Expedition to The Apollo 13 Mission.

Shackleton and the Lost Antarctic Expedition
The Apollo 13 Mission
Shackleton and the Lost Antarctic Expedition
Shackleton and the Lost Antarctic Expedition
The Apollo 13 Mission
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Shackleton and the Lost Antarctic Expedition
Graphic Nov.
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$3065
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 8–14 · 2006

Shackleton and the Lost Antarctic Expedition

By B. A., Hoena, Barnett III (Illustrator), Dave (Illustrator), Charles (Illustrator), Hoover (Illustrator)

An explorer's daring Antarctic journey ends in unexpected survival challenges.

32 pages· 2,239 words· Est. 23 min read-aloud
Summary: Ernest Shackleton embarks on a perilous expedition to traverse Antarctica, facing relentless ice and brutal winds. As his mission falters, survival becomes the ultimate test. Can Shackleton and his crew endure the unforgiving elements and return home? Discover the gripping tale of resilience and leadership in this graphic novel adventure.
In reading order

Disasters in History Series

2 books · Published 2006

#1

Shackleton and the Lost Antarctic Expedition

Picture Book · Ages 8–14 · 2006

An explorer's daring Antarctic journey ends in unexpected survival challenges.

The Apollo 13 Mission

Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 2006

A space mission goes awry; can the astronauts be saved?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Disasters in History series?

There are 2 books in the Disasters in History series. It began with Shackleton and the Lost Antarctic Expedition in 2006, and the newest book, The Apollo 13 Mission, was published in 2006.

What order should you read the Disasters in History books in?

Start with Shackleton and the Lost Antarctic Expedition and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the Disasters in History books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–14, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Disasters in History book is the longest?

Shackleton and the Lost Antarctic Expedition is the longest book in the series at 2,239 words (32 pages).

Which Disasters in History book is the shortest?

The Apollo 13 Mission is the shortest at 1,895 words (32 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Disasters in History to life.

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B. A.

Author
02

Hoena

Author
03

Lemke

Author
04

Donald B.

Author
05

Barnett III

Illustrator
06

Dave

Illustrator
07

Charles

Illustrator
08

Hoover

Illustrator
09

Tucker

Illustrator
10

Keith

Illustrator

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