Tenzing Norgay
Tenzing Norgay by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, published by Frances Lincoln Children’s Books in February 2024, is a 32-page exploration of the life of Tenzing Norgay, one of the first two individuals to reach the summit of Mount Everest in 1953. This edition presents a narrative that follows Tenzing’s journey from his childhood spent tending yaks and dreaming of the Himalayas to his historic ascent alongside Edmund Hillary, highlighting his determination and resilience.
Readers will find stylish and quirky illustrations that complement the inspiring story of Tenzing Norgay, emphasizing themes of exploration and discovery. The book also includes extra facts, a biographical timeline, and historical photos that provide additional context about Norgay’s life and achievements. This title is part of the acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, which introduces young readers to the lives of remarkable individuals who pursued their dreams and made significant contributions to history.
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From the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Tenzing Norgay, one of the first two people to reach the summit of Mount Everest in 1953.
When Tenzing was young, he spent much of his childhood tending to the family’s yaks and gazing up at the Himalaya mountains, dreaming of the day he would reach the top.
Once he grew up, he joined many other Sherpas who were offering to take Europeans up the highest mountain of all—Mount Everest, also known as Chomolungma, the Tibetan word for ‘Mother Goddess of the World’. It was the chance he needed to make his childhood dream a reality. He went on many expeditions, some more dangerous than others, but Tenzing never gave up his dream to reach the top of the highest peak.
He was 39 when he was joined by Edmund Hilary and they became the first two people to reach the summit of Chomolungma. Tenzing came back down the mountain as one of the most respected mountain climbers and a hero across the world.
This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the iconic mountain climber’s life.
Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.
This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.
Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
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