An informative book about preparing and for and undertaking your own adventures (under adult supervision). You'll be transported by riveting adventure tales from around the globe, like being dragged off by a hyena in Botswana, surviving a Saharan dust storm, being woken by an intrepid emperor penguin in Antarctica, and coming face-to-face with a venomous bushmaster (one of the most dangerous snakes on the planet)--all told in lyrical prose and illustrations that wonder at the mysterious beauty of the wild. I really thought that my granddaughter and I would enjoy reading it together; it seem like it be more of an adventure guide. I am leaving them here at camp for safekeeping along with a few other belongings that I won't be taking with me. I’d recommend it for all children and parents, but also for illustrators, scout leaders, teachers, anyone with wilderness in their soul, and anyone who wants to reconnect with the outdoors - even if only from their armchair.

The Lost Book of Adventure: From the Notebooks of the Unknown

I love the visual aspect, but between the visual and the contents, I find the targeted reader a bit unclear and I have trouble finding for what age I would recommend it. I know where to put the boom, how many bottles will carry my weight, which side of the river to travel up, and which watercraft has right of way. I enjoyed the brief stories of danger and adventure across continents written by the unknown adventurer. This certainly deserves five stars or more from the visual aspect, for it really is a wonderful book, with superlative illustrations of landscapes and other scenes.The Lost Book of Adventure definitely contains a little something for everyone with an adventurous imagination! For more infomation please review our use of cookies in our Cookie Policy and then Accept and Close this bar.

The Lost Book of Adventure: from the notebooks of the U… The Lost Book of Adventure: from the notebooks of the U…

You’ll be transported by riveting adventure tales from around the globe , like being dragged off by a hyena in Botswana, surviving a Saharan dust storm, being woken by an intrepid emperor penguin in Antarctica, and coming face-to-face with a venomous bushmaster (one of the most dangerous snakes on the planet)—all told in lyrical prose and illustrations that wonder at the mysterious beauty of the wild .The editor states: "Hopefully, it will inspire us all to step into the wild and live a life of adventure, too. It covers how to make a forest shelter, read a topographical map, and which foliage makes the best bedding. You'll be transported by riveting adventure tales from around the globe, like being dragged off by a hyena in Botswana, surviving a Saharan dust storm, being woken by an intrepid emperor penguin in Antarctica and coming face-to-face with a venomous bushmaster (one of the most dangerous snakes on the planet) - all told in lyrical prose and illustrations that wonder at the mysterious beauty of the wild.

The Lost Book of Adventure: From the Notebooks of the Unknown The Lost Book of Adventure: From the Notebooks of the Unknown

A perfect book for any adventurer - it makes great use of imagination while being a true guide at the same time. The illustrations, which appear to be colored pencil or oil pastels, are lovely, and the book covers a huge number of topics pertaining to camping and traveling. Drawing on Teddy’s knowledge of the outdoors, the pages of the sketchbooks have been carefully transcribed for young readers, as they were originally intended.The illustrations are utterly beautiful and if it sounds like I am gushing, that is because this is a book deserving of that. If you want to know how to pack a survival tin, how to make a raft,tie knots or build a shelter this is a beautiful way to find out. Featuring tales of peril and danger weaved with practical tips, children can discover how to camp in the wild, create their own rafts, make different types of shelters with what the environment provides, first aid and essential supplies in an explorer’s kit. Having inspired the adventurous spirit in you, the Unknown Adventurer encourages you to set out on your own adventure with information on wild camping, rafting, exploration, and shelters and dens, plus tips on first aid and tying knots. I received an Advanced Reader Copy from Lincoln Children's Books and Netgalley for my unbiased opinion of the book.