The author reflects upon the life and death of his father, mountain climber John Harlin II, and discusses his decision to attempt to climb the Eiger, the mountain from which his father fell.
"Discusses the iconic photo of a lone protester, Tank Man, stopping a row of tanks near Tiananmen Square during protests in 1989"--Provided by publisher.
around the world in search of our environmental future
Hertsgaard, Mark
1999
The author provides a chronicle of his travels to nineteen countries in an attempt to understand the complex environmental problems of each nation, and their effects on the people who must deal with them on a daily basis.
Chronicles the life of Hall of Fame basketball player Larry Bird, from the struggles and hardships he faced as a child to his career as one of the best basketball players in Boston Celtics' and NBA history.