{"product_id":"beacons-of-light-a-journey-through-the-world-of-lighthouses-9798895090527","title":"Beacons of Light: A Journey Through the World of Lighthouses","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the history, technology, and human stories behind lighthouses, a perfect nonfiction companion to \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eHello, Lighthouse!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eLong ago, beneath a starlit sky, travelers braved the wild waves. Lost and lonely, they yearned for a way home. Then, a flicker in the distance! A lighthouse, a beacon of hope, pierced the darkness and guided them to safety. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eBeacons of Light\u003c\/i\u003e takes young readers on a captivating adventure, exploring the history and wonder of these majestic beacons. From the first flickering fires to the powerful lamps of today, discover the ingenious ways humans have tamed the sea and brought light to the darkness. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCAPTIVATING AND EDUCATIONAL: A fascinating walk through history paired with gorgeous illustrations invite readers of all ages to explore and learn about lighthouses from all around the world--packed with facts to light up young readers' curiosity! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA TOUR AROUND THE WORLD: Little explorers will learn about lighthouses in the U.S., Spain, China, Australia, South Korea, the U.K., Germany, Thailand, Ireland, Morrocco, Saudi Arabia, France, Icleand, Egypt, India, and Japan. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePERFECT BEDTIME READ-ALOUD: A perfect book to read before bed or with family to foster a love of history, adventure, and the power of human ingenuity. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for a book about history, science, and technology to share with kids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeachers, educators, and librarians seeking beautiful nonfiction books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone seeking a distinctive gift for an history- or technology-loving child\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of Sophie Blackall's classic \u003ci\u003eHello, Lighthouse!\u003c\/i\u003e looking for nonfiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Gemma Koomen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Post Wave\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/26\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 48\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.30lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 12.00h x 9.40w x 0.60d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798895090527\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudience:\u003c\/b\u003e Ages 4-8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGemma Koomen\u003c\/b\u003e lives in Northumberland, UK, with her husband and two young daughters. Her love of painting and drawing began as a child when she spent her days in an imaginary world created with crayons and pencils. She went on to receive her BFA from Glasgow School of Art. Today, she spends her days making art in her little studio which, on clear days, looks over wide moors, forests and hills. Her first picture book, \u003ci\u003eThe Tree Keepers, \u003c\/i\u003e was published by Quarto and a \u003ci\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/i\u003e Children's Book to Watch Out for.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Gemma Koomen \/ Hardcover \/ English","offer_id":48363619057821,"sku":"9798895090527","price":23.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_5f6936ed-c101-4564-9b59-e56713b15cad.jpg?v=1780427756","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/beacons-of-light-a-journey-through-the-world-of-lighthouses-9798895090527","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}