A brief overview of special effects in cinematography that discusses animatronics, computer-generated characters, make-up techniques, scale models, and other related topics.
Presents an illustrated introduction to legends and stories surrounding the fictional creature, with a discussion of its origins and examples of its characteristics from artwork, literature, and movies.
Presents an illustrated introduction to mysterious creatures, and describes the mythology and legends of Bigfoot, the Loch Ness monster, the Yeti, giant snakes, giant squids, and others.
Photographs and easy-to-follow text introduces early readers to the dangers of being bitten by poisonous snakes, and discusses venom, killer snakes, treatment, and other related topics.
Presents an illustrated discussion of the history of skateboarding, and covers the various tricks, parks, events, and stylish clothes and vernacular associated with the activity.
A brief overview of the history of rock music that discusses how it began and explores significant bands, musicians, and musical styles from the 1960s through the 1990s.