Captain Marvel: An Origin Story (marvel Origins)

By (author) Gosling Sharon
Description
This is the story of Carol Danvers, a US Air Force officer who later became Captain Marvel. Carol Danvers has a big dream of going into space one day and she''s determined to work hard and follow her ambitions. Fighting stereotypes and her father along the way, Carol joins the Air Force and ends up as head of security at a top secret NASA base where a series of events suddenly turn her world upside down. She emerges as Captain Marvel, one of the most powerful Super Heroes in history. This is a story about dreams, being true to yourself and taking charge of your own power. Marvel Origins tell the stories of our favourite Marvel characters from their early lives and struggles to getting their powers and becoming some of the best-known Super Heroes of all time. These action-packed books are the perfect way to introduce children to the world of Marvel or to learn more about their favourite heroes. © 2020 MARVEL
Biographical note
Sharon Gosling started out as a journalist. Her first children''s book, The Diamond Thief, won the Redbridge Children''s Book Award in 2014, and was followed by two sequels, The Ruby Airship and The Sapphire Cutlass. Her young-adult horror FIR was shortlisted for Lancashire Book of the Year 2017, and The Golden Butterfly, published in 2019, was nominated for the 2020 Carnegie Medal. She also writes non-fiction books and articles about television and film, and has written, produced and directed audio dramas. Sharon lives with her husband and cantankerous cat Mr Jones in a small village in Cumbria.
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This is the story of Carol Danvers, a US Air Force officer who later became Captain Marvel.
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Captain Marvel is one of the most popular female Super Heroes worldwide.
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Written in an exciting, engaging style that will appeal to even the most reluctant of readers who want to learn more about their favourite Super Hero.
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Official Marvel product.
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A great way for adult Marvel fans to share the Marvel world with their children.
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Cover finishes: Matt lamination, spot UV and foil. Approx size: B Format (7 3/4 " x 5")