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Actually Factually

Hardback

Main Details

Title Actually Factually
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Guy Campbell
Illustrated by Guy Campbell
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:128
Dimensions(mm): Height 205,Width 137
ISBN/Barcode 9781906082185
ClassificationsDewey:032.02
Audience
Children's (6-12)

Publishing Details

Publisher Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
Imprint Buster Books
Publication Date 5 February 2009
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

A fascinating collection of misunderstandings, mistakes and misconceptions, Actually Factually reveals the reality behind just a few of the myths that get mixed up with truth. If you really thought that Christopher Columbus discovered America or that water goes down the plughole the other way in Australia this book will bring you right back to Earth with a bump. Full of fantastic facts to wow teachers, friends and family, this is the perfect book for kids who want to know more.

Author Biography

Guy Campbell has been a writer and graphic designer since 1986. He started the Creative and Graphics company Moran Campbell da Vinci in 1990 producing corporate ID, advertising (newspapers, magazines, point of sale, posters) and packaging (specialising in toys) for, among other clients, Harrods and Hamleys. Writing credits has included over 40 books for children, a monthly comic for children, hundreds of cartoon strips for newspapers and magazines worldwide, puzzles for books, newspapers and magazines, comedy sketches for TV and a short comic play for BBC radio 5.

Reviews

Actually Factually contains the truth behind dozens of beliefs we take for granted, covering everything from science to geography to history Daily Record