Koeppel, Dan

Traces the history of the banana, discussing how countries and economies have flourished and failed because of the fruit, why it is so easy to grow and transport bananas, how the Dole and Chiquita corporations became the world's largest distributors, why the banana is so vulnerable to disease, and other related topics.

Provides photographs and information about a variety of high-risk sports, such as sky surfing, street luge, and jetskiing; features practical advice on clothing and equipment, tricks, and safety; and includes listings of reference books, magazines, associations, and clubs.