Lost
Stories of People, Places, and Things Lost Throughout History
Will be published approx. on 14. April 2026
Book
Hardback
96 pages
979-8-217-13408-3 (ISBN)
Description
What happens when ancient queens, space probes, and even millions in Bitcoin simply vanish? Discover the secrets and stories behind history's most baffling disappearances.
Journey across the world and through the ages in this truly fascinating history book for kids 7+, discovering how extraordinary treasures came to be "lost".
From legendary pirates and ancient empires to sunken ships and missing jewels, every page reveals an intriguing new mystery, complete with colorful, captivating visuals showing how each story might have unfolded.
Written by award-winning TV producer and author, Tom Adams, LOST is a fresh take on history. With different, equally compelling categories - from missing people and places to art and literature - there truly is something for every curious young mind to puzzle over.
Inside, explore the real stories behind:
The mystery of Queen Nefertiti's tomb
The fate of Amelia Earhart's plane
Millions in missing Bitcoin
The original World Cup trophy
With intrigue and mystery to be found on every page, LOST is the perfect gift for kids who love history, mystery, or the unexplained.
Journey across the world and through the ages in this truly fascinating history book for kids 7+, discovering how extraordinary treasures came to be "lost".
From legendary pirates and ancient empires to sunken ships and missing jewels, every page reveals an intriguing new mystery, complete with colorful, captivating visuals showing how each story might have unfolded.
Written by award-winning TV producer and author, Tom Adams, LOST is a fresh take on history. With different, equally compelling categories - from missing people and places to art and literature - there truly is something for every curious young mind to puzzle over.
Inside, explore the real stories behind:
The mystery of Queen Nefertiti's tomb
The fate of Amelia Earhart's plane
Millions in missing Bitcoin
The original World Cup trophy
With intrigue and mystery to be found on every page, LOST is the perfect gift for kids who love history, mystery, or the unexplained.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Second Grade to Fourth Grade, Interest Age: From 7 to 9 years
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Dimensions
Height: 284 mm
Width: 234 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
722 gr
ISBN-13
979-8-217-13408-3 (9798217134083)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
E-Book
04/2026
DK Children
€7.99
Available for download
Persons
Tom Adams is an award-winning television producer and author. He has written on a variety of topics, and has authored more than ten books for children for Nosy Crow, Wide Eyed Editions, and Templar among others. His background is in science and engineering, and he is particularly passionate about explaining how the world works.