Jenkins, Steve

Describes the conditions and terrain of Mount Everest, attempts that have been made to scale this peak, and general information about the equipment and techniques of mountain climbing.

A series of illustrations describing some of the most unusual relationships between various animals in the wild.

An illustrated introduction to a variety of beetle species with information on unique characteristics and how these insects have adapted to survive.

Explores the details of human and animal bones, comparing the differences between the skeletal structure of various species, with several gatefolds that display the skeletons of many creatures.

Contains illustrations of and facts about three-hundred animals.

Illustrations and text show the sleeping habits of various animals.

Seventeen animal superstitions are interpreted in collages. Historical notes explain their origins.

Illustrations and text reveal the eating habits of pandas, anacondas, ticks, and other animals.

Kicking open an egg, hiding, sleeping, swimming. Twenty-two newborn animals, including a kiwi, a Siberian tiger, and a manatee, describe how they spent their first day of life. Includes information about each animal featured in the book.

Profiles animal species around the world that have gone extinct within human history, or that are at risk for extinction.