A gripping historical novel for 8-12 year olds based on the true story of Mary Anning's childhood.
Snakestone is perfect for readers of 8+ and is a page-turning story about mystery and discovery, fossils and giant prehistoric sea creatures, and of course one incredible, plucky heroine - the science and fossil hunting legend, Mary Anning. This is the story of Mary discovering a skull in the cliffs of Lyme Regis, on the Jurassic Coast of southern England, when she was only 11 years old. It is the story of how she changed the course of science and influenced Darwin's theory of evolution. It is written as a thrilling historical adventure for children.
Dorset coast 1810. A dark cave, a mysterious tree, a strange creature... When Mary and her brother Joe discover the skull of a strange creature in a cave, Mary believes it can transform the fortunes of her family. But the rock face is crumbling, and the tide can race up the beach dangerously fast. Rumours swirl around town about Mary bringing bad luck. And then there is the matter of a stolen book...Can Mary unravel the tree's secrets and make the discovery of a lifetime before her past catches up with her?
Curl up with this book and go on an epic adventure with young Mary Anning!
