The Kokoda Trail - Daly, Sean

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Résumé :
A gruelling climb through history. Will this surefooted explorer avoid all the pitfalls on a trip few can conquer? Alberto Alpaca can't wait to start his next expedition. This time, he's taking on the challenge of completing the Kokoda Trail in Papua New Guinea. But the mud, steep slopes, rocky paths, and endless obstacles might be too much for even this determined wooly adventurer! Can Alberto make it all the way through one of the ten toughest treks in the world? In this beautifully illustrated story, author and teacher Sean Daly draws on his personal experience walking this demanding memorial to the fierce battles of WWII. As the courageous alpaca fights his way up the mountain and back down again, he gently tells the stories of treacherous clashes amid the gorgeous scenery. In Alberto's Adventures on The Kokoda Trail, you'll discover: - How amazing history unfolded in this unfriendly terrain - What troops had to contend with to survive in the hot and humid conditions - The most challenging aspects of the trail, as Alberto checks in with the reader - Mazes to solve on every second page to keep your child guessing - Information panels about each location, puzzles to find hidden objects, pronunciation tips, and much, much more! ALBERTO'S ADVENTURES on The Kokoda Trail is the enchanting second tale in the Alberto's Adventures children's travel series, suitable for ages 7-10. If you or your child like cute characters, fun exploits, and entertaining rhythm and rhyme, then you'll love Sean Daly's informative activity book. Buy ALBERTO'S ADVENTURES to walk with purpose today!

Biographie:
Sean Daly is the son of a well-known BC (British Columbia, Canada) salmon fisherman and he learned his respect for the environment from his Dad and also his love of history and politics. Strong interest in an old mine near his coastal hometown of Pender Harbour led him to university studies in geology and mining engineering. The study of mineral deposits led him to travel extensively in Latinamerica and visit famous mines like Potosi in Bolivia and Chuquicamata in Chile. Recent travel to Ireland, the Isle of Man and Spain made him aware of how ancient the art and science of mining is dating back at least to the times of the Roman Empire in Europe. Discovery of the ancient treatise, De Re Metallica by Georgius Agricola fascinated him with the accounts of the origin of many mining techniques and the use of applied geology in the 1500's in Europe. In addition, learning from the 'school of hard knocks' at the Highland Valley Copper Mine in BC for 19 years taught him modern mining and geological and geotechnical practices, which he compares with the ancient techniques, in this book.

Sommaire:
I'm an energy storage engineer and musician based in Portland, Oregon. After a decade of wind energy consulting, I shifted to energy storage to further help with the energy transition. I work for Akaysha Energy and develop utility-scale BESS projects, providing technical support and specializing in utility interconnection. I hold a bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and previously acted in several roles for DNV's wind turbine testing accredited laboratory, including Project Manager, Engineer, and Quality Manager. When not engineering, I compose and perform original music in Portland, Oregon....