Presents twelve stories of real life rescues, including a mountain climber trapped by an avalanche, a sailor trapped in a sunken ship, and the crew of polar explorer Ernest Shackleton's ship, "The Endurance.".
"Explores the history and culture of Ancient Greece, giving a basic overview of the civilization's government, religion, and social structure, as well as key leaders and events"--Provided by publisher.
"Explores the history and culture of Ancient China, giving a basic overview of the civilization's government, religion, and social structure, as well as key leaders and events"--Provided by publisher.
"Explores the history and culture of Ancient Rome, giving a basic overview of the civilization's government, religion, and social structure, as well as key leaders and events"--Provided by publisher.