Scariest places on Earth

Engaging images accompany information about St. Louis Cemetery No. 1.

Discusses Transylvania, describing the features that make it unique.

The Romanian region of Transylvania is overshadowed by the terrifying specter of Dracula. This book delves into the origin of the Dracula legend, including the historic figure of Vlad Dracula, also known as Vlad the Impaler. It also introduces actual places in Transylvania that may be connected to this frightening character. Fact boxes and photographs help provide the perfect, though sometimes spooky, snapshot of this interesting part of Eastern Europe. Fact Boxes, Maps, Graphic Organizers, Glossary, For Further Information Section, Index.

"The Dead Sea might sound like a scary place to cool off on a hot day, but many people flock to its waters. The Dead Sea got its name because its salty waters can kill any fish or plants that try to live in it. However, scientists have just recently found a kind of bacteria that live on the seafloor. Readers will find out that some truly spooky things happen around this Middle Eastern lake, like sinkholes opening around its coastline! They'll also learn the science behind these weird happenings and gain an appreciation for an amazing natural resource"--Provided by the publisher.

Discusses Devils Tower, describing the features that make it unique.

Discusses features of the volcano Mount Terror that is located on Ross Island in Antarctica.

Discusses Devils Tower, describing the features that make it unique.

Discusses the Dead Sea, describing the features that make it unique.

The Bigfoot Trail in northwestern California got its name because of hikers' accounts of glimpsing large, hairy, humanlike creatures living in this area. This book entices readers to come along on this forbidding trail, if they dare. The Bigfoot Trail is long but, because many parts aren't well traveled, hikers and readers get to experience a truly wild side of the United States. They'll learn about blood-sucking fish called lamprey, fierce creatures such as black bears and wolverines, and beautiful mountains, rivers, and valleys. If Bigfoot lives along this trail, it picked a perfect place to hide! Fact Boxes, Maps, Glossary, For Further Information Section, Index.

Death Valley in the American Southwest isn't a destination for those who don't enjoy the heat! Its scary name was given to it by a group of gold seekers who barely made it out of the valley alive. In fact, a few in their group weren't as lucky. Readers of this book will find out more about the unique landscape of this national park.