Lewin, Ted

The author-illustrator describes his early days supporting himself as a professional wrestler.

A boy encounters a sea lion, a vermilion flycatcher, a hawk, finches, and a giant tortoise when he spends a day and night alone on an island in the Galapagos.

Describes life in the marsh in Brazil known as the Pantanal or "drowned forest.".

The author-illustrator describes some of the most memorable people and places he has encountered in his travels.

Abdul and Grandfather pass through the streets of Fez, Morocco, and stop at an old gate, where Grandfather performs as a storyteller.

Describes, in simple text and illustrations, the special characteristics of different types of markets throughout the world, from the Fulton Fish Market in New York to Durbar Square in Nepal where temples rise like pagodas behind the flute sellers.

Watercolor paintings reveal the pageantry of the Hindu's pilgrimage to the sacred Ganges River in the town of Benares, India.

Describes the sights, sounds, and smells of a county fair, from the setting up of the Ferris wheel to the animal, craft, and food judging.

Looks at the action at Gleason's Gym in Brooklyn through the eyes of Sugar Boy, a nine-year-old boxing champion who is following in the footsteps of former Gleason's trainees like Muhammad Ali and Jake La Motta.

The sights, sounds, and smells of a busy Chinese take-out restaurant are seen through the eyes of the owner's young son.