Books with author Peter Grego

LOSING HIS FATHER MADE HIM AN ORPHAN ON THE STREET. NAPOLEON’S WAR MADE HIM A HERO ON THE SEA.A YOUNG ADULT age-of-sail adventure without the deep technical jargon - it's easy to get hooked!“Greene has provided another page-turner here, filling the seas with gunfire and knife fights, and London with a network of spies and traitors” – Kirkus Reviews “This book was such fun to read. Greene paints not only the scenes in London but those on the Mediterranean, the Adriatic, and even the Black Sea with vivid color and action” – Chanticleer ReviewsPaladin’s War (book 3 of the Adventures of Jonathan Moore series): 1802. Fourteen year-old Midshipman Jonathan Moore, Marine Private Sean Flagon and adventurer Delain Dowdeswell enjoy the company of family and friends during a delicate peace between France and England. However, mysterious spy networks now freely roam Europe's great cities, and the ships and armies of all nations remain on the edge of war. An elaborate scheme involves manipulating Jonathan, now aboard the eighteen-gun HMS Paladin, the Royal Navy’s fastest ship. Commanded by his friend and mentor, Lieutenant Thomas Harrison, their mission is to deliver an important treaty to a clandestine location. Remaining in London, and bored with endless tea parties and tedious school lessons, Delain encounters a shadowy black rider sneaking about the mansions of London’s elite. Suspecting foul play, she investigates and enters a web of secret meetings, spies, coded messages and kidnapping. At first merely interesting, Delain’s investigation soon turns deadly as she finds that all clues lead to the Paladin’s mission, and to her friends, now thousands of miles away—and in grave danger. Once at sea, the boys have a mystery of their own to solve: their sister ship, HMS Echo, avoids all contact. A sabotaged gun, a mistrusted crew, and a vicious assault on their ship by a well-armed band of assailants has the men and officers of the Paladin anxious. Even Jonathan is uneasy, forced by agents of the king to withhold vital information from his officers. Led to waters far from home, the boys become separated, and fight for their ship, their friends and their lives against a rogue naval commodore with a war plan of his own. The answers to these mysteries could eventually be discovered by Jonathan Moore, if he can defeat his powerful enemies in the Black Sea - and survive the final conflict of the Paladin’s War.From the author:I’ve always loved the classic sea stories in Stevenson’s Treasure Island, Forester’s Horatio Hornblower and O’Brian’s Jack Aubrey series. The excitement of tall ships during the age of sail, traveling to unknown shores, racing across stormy seas and hearing the roar of rippling broadsides always thrilled me. But I couldn’t help thinking that for most of us, unless one had supporting texts and companion guides to get through all the jargon and technicalities, one could easily become lost–and maybe surrender to something easier to read. That would be too bad. So I did something about it. I kept the characters and the action historically accurate for a Nelson-era navy, but took it easy on the terminology and more unsavory aspects of life at sea. And the things you do really need to know, well, wouldn’t it be best to learn that along with the characters? The ones that started out as land-lubbers just like you and your kids? I also avoided all magic, superpowers and paranormal material. That’s all fun – but none of us will ever discover we have wizards or Olympians for parents or a mystical ability. For this series, I wanted to point out that real heroes do exist, and they have throughout history. The Adventures of Jonathan Moore books are about one would-be hero and his friends who try to succeed using only their courage, their wits and industry alone – no magic necessary. Though I can never fill the shoes of Stevenson, Forester or O’Brian, I can attempt to follow in their footsteps.

What is the sun? Where does Earth fit into the solar system? Which planet is 1,321 times the size of Earth? Learning about space has never been so easy with this compact book of all things space. The interesting facts hook even the most reluctant readers. Learn why Saturn is surrounded by rings and how many years it takes the farthest planet to orbit the sun. Perfect for reluctant readers, this book maintains young children's attention and encourages them to find out all about the atmosphere surrounding the Earth and beyond. The My Little Book Of... series is perfect for reluctant readers. Each title in the series holds the interest of young children and encourages them to find out all about the world around them, and beyond.

An introduction to the universe covering everything from the big bang and our understanding of the universe over time, to the earth's formation, the Sun and how it affects us, the Moon and planets, black holes and galaxies.The companion volume to ‘Need to Know? Stargazing’ and by the same author, this book focuses on the basic history and science of the universe, rather than on the practical skywatching aspects. It includes information on:• Outrageous philosophy: weird notions and early ideas about the Universe including ancient Egyptian and Greek cosmology• How the universe began: creation theories and the expanding Universe, from the Big Bang to the formation of the Sun and the appearance of life and humans• The Earth's formation and the origin of the Moon• The structure and composition of planet and the atmosphere, volcanoes, mountain formation and geological catastrophes; past, present and future• The Solar System• Star types and their formation, development and demise• Types of galaxy• Professional instruments, research and space observatoriesIn particular, ‘Collins Need to Know? Universe’ also asks what we know about the future: the future of man, and space travel. Will we be able to colonize planets? Will the universe expand or crunch, and could there be alternative universes out there?

Collins Discover: The Universe is your one-stop guide to the Universe and how it worksThis user-friendly, authoritative resource includes full-color charts, easy-to-follow guidance, and illustrations showing you everything you need to know about the history and science of the Universe. Topics include everything from the origin of the Moon to galaxies and space discovery. Inside you will find:Accessible details and explanationsFull-color illustrations and photographsStar types and their formationGlossary and resources for further reading and research

Three essential items for Moon observers. The Moon is usually the first celestial body that captures an amateur astronomer's attention and imagination. Its large size, close proximity and brightly illuminated features makes it a favorite subject of study for astronomers of all levels. Moonwatch is the convenient combination of three useful items for observing the Moon. These include: Moon Observer's Guide book Highly detailed map of the Moon's near side Photographic poster showing the Lunar phases. The Moon Observer's Guide is a highly illustrated, practical introduction to moon-watching. It is organized with a twenty-eight day observing diary, and features tips on recording observations and helpful advice on Lunar photography. The Moon Map (40" x 27") is a highly detailed look at the Moon's near side. Hundreds of physical features - all of which can be seen with binoculars or a telescope - are labeled and indexed, including the locations of Lunar landings. The sidebar text offers practical guidance on moon-watching and highlights spectacular features. A smaller map of the far side completes this comprehensive depiction of the Lunar surface. The Moon poster (34 1/2" x 23") is a photograph showing all the Lunar phases. The poster is double-side, showing how the Moon is seen from both the southern and northern hemispheres. Moonwatch is an ideal starting point for the growing numbers of amateur astronomers.

Collins Discover: The Universe is your one-stop guide to the Universe and how it works This user-friendly, authoritative resource includes full-color charts, easy-to-follow guidance, and illustrations showing you everything you need to know about the history and science of the Universe. Topics include everything from the origin of the Moon to galaxies and space discovery. Inside you will find: Accessible details and explanations Full-color illustrations and photographs Star types and their formation Glossary and resources for further reading and research

The first commentary since 1912 on all four books of the Argonautika , the tale of Jason and the quest for the Golden Fleece, is accompanied by a dynamic translation of the Hellenistic epic which was a radical depature from the Homeric tradition, featuring a rather unsensational hero whose best quality is being a hit with the ladies, and a heroine who is a major chracter in her own right: a virgin sorceress whose magic brings Jason's triumph yet cannot save her from her own infatuation. The introduction discusses Apollonios in his Alexandrian world and proposes a new understanding of his poetic puropse and acheivement. The commentary is especially good at explaining mythical allusions which abound.

**A YOUNG ADULT age-of-sail adventure without the deep technical jargon - a great way to get started on an exciting genre!** LOSING HIS FATHER MADE HIM AN ORPHAN ON THE STREET. NAPOLEON’S WAR MADE HIM A HERO ON THE SEA. "A thorough insight and beautiful portrait of those days under wind-blown sails and the creak of wooden hulls. Peter Greene has created a book that shines from every page” –Clive Cussler “A heartwarming tale of a boy essentially orphaned in search of his father, the novel never ceases to entertain. Greene’s swashbuckling tale of high-seas adventure is pure, uncomplicated fun.” –Kirkus Reviews “Exciting and fast-moving as Warship Poseidon is, the tale is rendered even better by its author's skill as a storyteller. This tale is one to be read with pleasure by all generations.” -Chanticleer Reviews 5-Star Book“Equal parts saltwater and page-turning fun, Warship Poseidon is heir to the traditions of Robert Louis Stevenson and Rudyard Kipling. YA adventure has a new master. His name is Peter Greene.” -Jeff Edwards Winner of the Adventure Writers Clive Cussler Grandmaster Award and the Independent Author Network’s Action-Adventure Book of the Year. Warship Poseidon (book 1 of the Adventures of Jonathan Moore series): Homeless and alone on the streets of London in 1800, twelve year-old Jonathan Moore survives a harsh and dangerous world using courage, intelligence and determination. His dismal fate changes dramatically one day after he is abducted by a gang and pressed into service aboard HMS Poseidon, a forty-four gun fighting warship of the British Royal Navy. However, there is more to the event than just a change of address. How is it that some members of the crew, including the Captain, already know his name? Why do the officers seem to favor him above the other new crew members? As Jonathan endeavors to solve these mysteries, he is thrust into a daring mission to recover a hidden treasure on a remote Caribbean isle. Unfortunately, the crew and officers of the Poseidon are not the only ones searching for the prize. In a desperate race across the Atlantic, Jonathan is pitted against sword-wielding spies, engages in terrifying ship-to-ship battles and in the end, must match his wits and courage against a ruthless and cunning French Captain and his infamous 74-gun battleship. From the author: I’ve always loved the classic sea stories in Stevenson’s "Treasure Island", Forester’s "Horatio Hornblower" and O’Brian’s "Jack Aubrey" series. The excitement of tall ships during the age of sail, traveling to unknown shores, racing across stormy seas and hearing the roar of rippling broadsides always thrilled me. But I couldn’t help thinking that for most of us, unless one had supporting texts and companion guides to get through all the jargon and technicalities, one could easily become lost–and maybe surrender to something easier to read. That would be too bad. So I did something about it. I kept the characters and the action as historically accurate as possible for a Nelson-era navy, but took it easy on the terminology and more unsavory aspects of life at sea. And the things you do really need to know, well, wouldn’t it be best to learn that along with the characters? The ones that started out as land-lubbers just like you and your kids? I also avoided all magic, superpowers and paranormal material. That’s all fun – but none of us will ever discover we have wizards or Olympians for parents or a mystical ability. For this series, I wanted to point out that real heroes do exist, and they have throughout history. The Adventures of Jonathan Moore books are about one would-be hero and his friends who try to succeed using only their courage, their wits and industry alone – no magic necessary. I hope you enjoy these adventures, and read more about this exciting period in history. Though I can never fill the shoes of Stevenson, Forester or O’Brian, I can attempt to follow in their footsteps.

Did you know that there are 70 sextillion(that’s 70,000,000,000,000,000,000,000) stars in the universe? Discover other mind-expanding facts about the stars, planets, moons and space travel in these exciting guides.What else is out there?Series features: These fun, accessible guides are the perfect introduction to space for inquisitive minds.The author’s friendly style make hard-to-grasp concepts comprehendable. Practical projects throughout each book encourage young readers to ‘learn through doing’. Packed with jaw-dropping facts, mega number-crunching, planetary statistics, maps and charts. Includes info on important astronomers, scientists and astronauts who’ve mapped the heavens through time. Illustrated with stunning state-of-the-art satellite pictures.

Did you know that there are 70 sextillion(that’s 70,000,000,000,000,000,000,000) stars in the universe? Discover other mind-expanding facts about the stars, planets, moons and space travel in these exciting guides.What else is out there?Series features: These fun, accessible guides are the perfect introduction to space for inquisitive minds.The author’s friendly style make hard-to-grasp concepts comprehendable. Practical projects throughout each book encourage young readers to ‘learn through doing’. Packed with jaw-dropping facts, mega number-crunching, planetary statistics, maps and charts. Includes info on important astronomers, scientists and astronauts who’ve mapped the heavens through time. Illustrated with stunning state-of-the-art satellite pictures.