About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is captivated by myths, legends, and the great 'what ifs' of history. This DK book explores the enduring legend of the lost city of Atlantis, starting with Plato's original account and examining the many theories that have emerged since. It serves as a fantastic, visually rich introduction to how we evaluate historical mysteries, separating plausible theories from pure fantasy. For kids aged 8 to 12, it expertly channels a love for magical stories into a real-world investigation of history, archaeology, and critical thinking, encouraging them to question, analyze, and wonder.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The core topic involves the destruction of an entire civilization, including mass death from natural disasters like earthquakes, volcanoes, and tsunamis. This is handled from a historical and scientific perspective, not a personal or graphic one. The approach is entirely secular, focusing on evidence and theory. The book's conclusion is ambiguous, as the central mystery remains unsolved, which is the point.
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