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Treasure: Fortunes Lost and Found

Treasure: Fortunes Lost and Found is an illustrated children's nonfiction book by British author Glenn Murphy, first published in 2010. It is a primer in archaeology and treasure hunting, covering basic information on what defines a precious treasure, how treasures get buried and later recovered, and how people search for them using GPS and metal detectors. The book also spotlights famous treasure hunters, treasures from older civilizations (including Tutankhamen's tomb), and pirate treasures. It is packed with facts about money and history. The book features many illustrations to complement the text.

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No. Panggil

930.1 MUR t c1

Penerbit

United Kingdom : Templar Publishing., 2010

Deskripsi Fisik

64 pages ; col ill ; 27.5 x 24 x 1.3 cm

Bahasa

English

ISBN/ISSN

9781848771871

Klasifikasi

930.1

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Subjek

Treasure troves -- Juvenile literature

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This book invites readers to step into a world of fortunes both lost and found. It tells stories of adventure and intrigue, betrayal and honour, and explains how the search for wealth can lead to disappointment. It delves into the world of pirates, what was left when the RMS Titanic sank, how huge cargoes of gold and jewels have been recovered from the depths of the ocean, and how anyone could unearth buried treasure. The book also features an 8-page graphic novel

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