Combines photographs and illustrations with facts and scientific principles in a volume that covers nature's great events, animals, microscopic marvels, heavenly amazements, and forces of nature.
Unearth the stories behind the natural world This collection of amazing animals, plants, rocks and minerals, and microorganisms will wow children and adults alike.
Simple text and full color pictures introduce wonders of nature to the very young.
From the spectacular granite domes of Yosemite to the reefs of the Bahama Banks and the ice sheets of the Antarctic, this is an unparalleled survey of the world's natural treasures.
Discovered in 1991, the magnificent cavern soars to over 200m in height, 150m in width, and stretches for a jaw-dropping five kilometres in length. ... Once inside, the majesty of this hidden wonder is revealed.
This book contains over 1000 unique natural features and architectural masterpieces of historic interest from around the globe, including many UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
"Illustrated with stunning photography and providing realistic advice for visiting these sometimes remote corners of the earth, this book serves as both an inspiration and a practical guide.
Instead of presenting words in alphabetical order, this book organizes its words into three main concepts: nature and landscapes, nature of different continents, and wonders of nature.
This informative text describing each of these celebrated places covers geography, geology, and natural history, providing a concise survey about each location's evolution and its native plants and animals.
Featuring breathtaking images, Manmade Wonders of the World is a complete celebration of the world humans have built over thousands of years.
From firefly squid glowing against the night sky in Japan to a Mexican cave filled with the largest crystals ever found, you'll discover the stories and science behind these wonders, the threats they now face and the efforts taking place to ...