History's Most Spectacular Heists

A collection of jewels vanishes in the dead of night. Thieves lift a surprisingly valuable resource: maple syrup. Pirates pilfer a painting on the high seas. In this nonfiction adventure for kids, experience the intrigue of history's most famous heists. With riveting narratives, bold design, and captivating photographs, HISTORY'S MOST SPECTACULAR HEISTS engages young readers with fascinating little-known history and challenges them to figure out unsolved mysteries. Along the way, brush up on history and geography, learn bonus facts about what was stolen, and get to know the heroes who saved the day.