Blashfield, Jean F

Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, sports, arts, and people of England.

Discusses the origin, discovery, special characteristics, and uses of the sixth most abundant element in the Earth's crust.

Discusses the origin, discovery, special characteristics, and use of nitrogen in such products as explosives and fertilizers.

Presents the basic concepts of carbon, one of the most important chemical elements found in all living things.

Discusses Antarctica including the animals that live there, the scientists who work there, and the problems with its environment.

Examines the life of Golda Meir against the backdrop of her political, historical, and cultural environment.

An illustrated biography of Carl Sagan, focusing on his career in astronomy, and looking at his role in popularizing science.

Discusses the advantages of recycling and what can be done to protect the environment from further damage.

Describes Australia's geography, wildlife, history, government, economy, people, religion, and culture.

Examines the history, goals, and current activities of the Red Cross (named the Red Crescent in Muslim countries), describing how the organization brings humanitarian relief to the people of the world in both war and peace.