Synopses & Reviews
When an archaeologist examines a body found frozen in the Austrian Alps, he learns something extraordinary. The well-preserved body-- and the tools and clothing found at the site-- indicates that the man died
more than 5,000 years ago.
* ALA Recommended Book for Reluctant Readers
* Hungry Mind Review Children's Book of Distinction
* NSTA-CBC Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children
Review
"Getz explains the incredible story of the Iceman clearly and concisely, simply enough for a child to understand but in enough depth to satisfy a curious lay adult." -
-Kirkus Reviews
Synopsis
"Getz explains the incredible story of the Iceman clearly and concisely, simply enough for a child to understand but in enough depth to satisfy a curious lay adult." --
Kirkus ReviewsDescription
Includes bibliographical references (p. 63-64) and index.
About the Author
David Getz is the award-winning author of the middle-grade novels
Thin Air and
Almost Famous, and the nonfiction books
Frozen Girl and
Life on Mars. When not writing, Mr. Getz works as an elementary-school principal in New York City.
Peter McCarty is the Caldecott Honor-winning author and illustrator of Hondo and Fabian. He also teamed up with David Getz on Frozen Girl, Life on Mars, and Purple Death. Mr. McCarty lives with his wife and two children in Upstate New York.