An illustrated look at the prehistory of Earth, featuring computer-generated global maps that track the planet's topography during eighteen different geological periods; chronicling the evolution of plant and animal life from the first single-celled microbes to land-dwelling mammals; and including a gazeteer that explains Earth science concepts.
Contains over five hundred color illustrations, plates, and photographs that provide information about each of the major organs and systems of the human body, and includes explanatory text, as well as discussion of common ailments.
Discusses issues of food production and distribution around the world, looking at topics that include human nutrition, people and populations at risk, and the availability of food in different countries; and addresses the need to sustain the world's resource base of food.
Presents a collection of illustrations and photographs that provide information about each of the major organs and systems of the human body, including the digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, brain, nervous, and more.
An exploration of the people, places, events, themes, problems, and accomplishments of the twentieth-century, withover 250 full-color maps and 350 illustrations.
how animals have evolved, where they live today, why so many are in danger
Lambert, David
1992
Maps and text depict animals and their location on the Earth, explaining why species live where they do and how they have evolved to adjust to varied habitats.
