The Story of Slavery

by Sarah Courtauld

Published 31 October 2007
A compelling account of the story of slavery from ancient times, through the sugar plantations of the Caribbean and America to the slave trade’s official abolition 200 years ago. Recounts the stories of individual slaves, including their journeys and escape stories, and the slave trade in the 21st century. With internet links to recommended websites with virtual tours and more information. Usborne Reading Programme has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University. Young Reading Series 3 is designed to provide more complex stories for confident readers.

The Prisoner of Zenda

by Sarah Courtauld

Published 24 April 2009
The classic swashbuckling adventure by Anthony Hope retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. When Rudolf Rassendyll, a young Victorian gentleman, travels to Ruritania, all he expects is a pleasant summer holiday. But when the King is kidnapped, he soon becomes involved in a plot to rescue him. Each scene is atmospherically brought to life with Simona Bursi’s illustrations. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

White Fang

by Sarah Courtauld

Published 31 December 2009
The classic tale of White Fang, half-wolf, half-dog, by Jack London retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. The story of White Fang’s epic journey from cub to sled dog to fighting dog. Living in harsh surroundings with brutal owners, every day is a battle for survival. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

Intrepid explorer Professor Liedenbrock leads a dramatic expedition to an Icelandic volcano, where a secret tunnel leads to the very centre of the earth... A rip-roaring retelling of Jules Verne’s classic sci-fi adventure story, specially written for children growing in reading confidence. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.