Lambert, David

Explores the oceans, tides and currents, life beneath the seas, and man's use of the ocean for food and minerals.

Introduces the geography, history, peoples, industries, environment, and possible future of the largest continent in the world.

Examines the geography, plants, animals, trade, and resources of the Mediterranean Sea.

Investigates the ground-breaking work of the world's great scientists and inventors, as well as the great inventions that have changed our lives.

On cover: A true field guide to fossil life from one-celled plants to Homo sapiens. Fully illustrated with hundreds of original drawings, diagrams and maps.

Introduces a variety of dinosaurs and their possible behavior and describes how to make related crafts and models.

Describes in simple language the composition, formation, and structure of different types of rocks and minerals.

Presents basic facts about rain, snow, clouds, storms, and other components of weather.

Examines current environmental problems around the world, their causes, and possible solutions. Also discusses new sources of energy and minerals and ways of making our planet a cleaner and better place to live.

Depicts how dinosaurs lived and died, covering such topics as habitats, size, hunting techniques, self-defense, courtship, and family life.