10 Routes That Crossed the World [Paperback]

Written for middle-grade readers,10 Routes That Crossed the Worldexplores famous roads, trails, and pathways across the globe that have played a significant role in human history. Chapter subjects include the first crossing of humans into North America across the Bering Strait; the Camino de Santiago trail in Spain and its importance to pilgrims for centuries; how the Inca Trail in Peru helped both build an empire and facilitate its destruction; the war-torn Khyber Pass connecting Afghanistan and Pakistan; the building of the Trans-Siberian Railroad under extreme conditions; the short but treacherous Chilkoot Trail, which led hopeful gold prospectors to riches; and the Serengeti migration trail, traveled by millions of animals and Maasai people for generations. Dramatic fictionalized stories with accompanying artwork open each chapter, and colorful pages include a variety of archival and modern photos.

Gillian Richardsonhas written seventeen books for children, including10 Ships That Rocked the World,10 Plants That Shook the World, andKaboom! Explosions of All Kinds. She lives in the British Columló´