Whiting, Jim

"A chronological account of the American military special forces unit known as Delta Force, including key details about important figures, landmark missions, and controversies"--Provided by publisher.

From historical missions and controversial calls to details about equipment and selection processes, this series aims to inform! This title provides a chronological account of the American special forces unit known as the Navy SEALs, including key details about important figures, landmark missions, and controversies.

A chronological account of the American special forces unit known as Air Force Special Ops, including key details about important figures, landmark missions, and controversies.

From historical missions and controversial calls to details about equipment and selection processes, this series aims to inform! This title provides a chronological account of the American special forces unit known as FBI S.W.A.T., including key details about important figures, landmark missions, and controversies.

Describes the many accomplishments of Benjamin Franklin. Discusses his work as a scientist, a printer, a writer, and a statesman.

An exploration of the reality television program "American's Got Talent," discussing its origins, creators, and competition and describing highs and lows throughout its seasons.

Introduces folk hero Paul Bunyan and his blue ox, Babe, relating some of the tall tales told about them throughout the country, exploring whether Bunyan might have been based on a real person, and revealing his legacy.

Tells the life story of ultramarathon runner Scott Jurek, describing his beginnings as a runner, his victories, and his training and lifestyle.

Examines the events of the volcanic eruption on the Greek island of Calliste in 1650 BCE.