Dedicated to "those with talents unrecognised and dreams unrealised", this is the story of a remarkable New Zealander who overcame reading and writing difficulties to become a design and engineering genius.
There have been two successful adult biographies of John Britten published recently, so it is wonderful to see an edition with young readers in mind.
The first third of the book is devoted to Britten's childhood and his passion for engines. Beck then tells how Britten went on to become the designer and builder of a series of record-breaking motorbikes.
The book is full of photographs, drawings and even copies of Britten's less-than-encouraging school reports.
Boys in particular will find this biography inspiring and easy to read, with its large format, simplified vocabulary and short chapters.
Publisher: Scholastic
Price: $17.99
Age: 8-plus
<I> Jennifer Beck:</I> John Britten: The boy who did do better
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