An illustrated overview of Earth's oceans that covers such topics as their formation, the ocean floor, ocean exploration and mapping, and ocean wildlife.
Presents an introduction to deserts, explaining what they are, how they form, the different desert climates, and the plants, animals, people, towns, and industries found in deserts.
Presents an introduction to coastlines, examining how they were formed, coastal weather patterns and natural processes, and the animals, humans, and industries found in coastline environments.
Presents an introduction to rivers, explaining what they are, examining their sources and natural features, and discussing river wildlife and resources, man-made alterations, and leisure and tourism along the rivers.
An illustrated overview of the polar regions that covers such topics as their climate and weather, early history, exploration, and wildlife, as well as tourism and pollution.