Fichter, George S

A guide to salt- and fresh-water fishing, explaining how to identify North American sport fish, select bait and tackle, and master basic fishing techniques.

Presents accounts of several fires which resulted in numerous deaths or considerable loss of property.

Examines different types of animals that are poisonous, either through their bite, sting, or touch.

Describes every category of Indian music from war chants to music for curing illnesses. Includes instructions and diagrams for making Indian musical instruments, as well as the music and words for a number of Indian songs.

A guide to salt- and fresh-water fishing, explaining how to identify North American sport fish, select bait and tackle, and master basic fishing techniques.

Discusses the best known of the poisonous snakes, which use poison mainly for killing or paralyzing their prey, as an aid to digestion, and for protection.

Discusses the origin of the sport of karting, type of engine and car used, racing events, and the popularity this sport now enjoys.

Describes the conception of the space shuttle, its construction, its functions, and its potential for future space travel.

A brief survey of the major groups and species of marine mammals (whales, dolphins, porpoises, manatees, sea lions, walruses, & seals).

Describes the selection, training, and accomplishments of various breeds of working dogs.