Stonehenge

By Matt Lilley

Part of the Amazing Wonders series

Discover the secrets behind the world's most mysterious structures.

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24 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Uncover the mysteries of the world's wonders, from Easter Island to Stonehenge. Young explorers will delve into the history and construction of these iconic sites. What secrets do they hold? Why were they built? With vibrant photos and engaging text, this journey reveals the significance of these ancient marvels. Explore the enigmatic Stonehenge, a monument shrouded in mystery—was it a calendar, a tribute, or something else? Each structure offers a unique story, inviting readers to question and learn. Dive into the past and uncover the secrets of these incredible human-made wonders.

From the publisher

From the Easter Island statues in the South Pacific to the sprawling Great Wall of China, human-made wonders of the world captivate and inspire people worldwide. Introduce young explorers and budding engineers to eight amazing structures with this high-interest set. Vibrant photos and elementary-level text examine each wonder’s significance and history, location, how it was constructed and why. Each book also includes an in-depth look at one key feature. Stonehenge is one of the world’s most amazing, mysterious wonders. Erected more than 4,000 years ago, the ancient set of stone circles in southern England may be a monument to the dead, a calendar, or something else entirely. This elementary-level introduction, filled with vibrant photos and factual text, examines the structure and how it was made. The stones’ significance in history and why they were erected are also included. A Wonder Spotlight features the structure’s smaller stones, called bluestones. Captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index support young readers.

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