What Is the Story of Captain Kirk?
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

What Is the Story of Captain Kirk?

By M. D. Payne, Who HQ, Robert Squier (Illustrator)

Part of the What Is the Story of . . . ? series

Discover how Kirk became a legendary space hero in Starfleet's storied history.

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Join James Tiberius Kirk on his epic journey from an unknown officer to a legendary Starfleet captain. As he commands the U.S.S. Enterprise, Kirk explores uncharted worlds and faces formidable foes. Uncover the untold stories behind his rise and the near-miss that almost prevented Star Trek from becoming a reality. Will Kirk's daring adventures continue to captivate, or will new challenges redefine his legacy? Dive into the universe where no man has gone before and witness the making of a space hero.

From the publisher

Your favorite characters are now part of the Who HQ library! Journey to deep space and learn how James Tiberius Kirk became one of the greatest space heroes in the Star Trek universe in this addition to the New York Times bestselling series. From appearances in live action and animated television shows, a series of films, comics, video games, and more, James T. Kirk is an established space captain in pop culture. Star Trek remains one of the most popular science-fiction series of all time, and Captain Kirk is one of the most famous and highly decorated captains in the history of Starfleet. As the commanding officer of starships like the U.S.S. Enterprise, viewers follow his adventures through space. But did you know that Kirk wasn’t even the show’s first Captain? And that the Star Trek series almost didn’t happen? Author M. D. Payne takes readers aboard Starfleet starships as Kirk explores new worlds, encounters new villains, and boldly goes where no man has gone before.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
112
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
1050L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~7.2
F&P level
~Y
Publication
Published
December 7, 2021
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781524791148

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