extreme environments

Looks at some of the driest places in the world.

Looks at some of the rainiest locations in the world.

Introduces readers to extreme places around the world, from the coldest to the most remote.

Describes the physical characteristics and biological processes that enable particular animals to survive in extremely hot and cold climates.

Describes some of Earth's coldest places and explains how the sun's rays affect our planet's surface and how people manage to live in cold places. Presented in Spanish.

Looks at extreme environments around the world.

"Learn all about the darkest and brightest places on Earth and find out what it takes for life to survive in these extreme locations."--Provided by publisher.

"Simple text and full-color photographs describe the highest places on the planet"--Provided by publisher.

Dr. Kenneth Kamler uses firsthand testimony and documented accounts to explain how the human body and mind react to various extreme environments and conditions.