Tsui, Bonnie

"Have you ever seen a big wave? One that's 20, 30, 40, even 50 feet tall? Here's a better question: would you ever surf a big wave? Sarah Gerhardt did--and this is her story. Full of thrills and scientific facts, Sarah and the Big Wave is about the first woman to surf Mavericks, a break known as 'Mount Everest meets Niagara Falls.' This is a tale of adventure and indomitable spirit"--Provided by the publisher.

A collection of true stories about women who challenged tradition and served as spies, nurses, and soldiers during the Civil War.

"Bonnie Tsui looks at our love affair with the water, from evolution to mythology, from survival and well-being, from community swim clubs to competitive races, and she goes around the world to explore its significance in many cultures"--Provided by publisher.

Chronicles the experiences of the few women who served as soldiers during the Civil War, discussing how they adapted to life in a predominately male military.

Contains original essays in which twenty writers, each under thirty years old, discuss their encounters with nature, including selections by Andrea Walker, Hugh Ryan, Cecily Parks, and others.