Gilpin, Daniel

From natures biggest animals, such as the blue whale and the African bush elephant, to its smallest, such as the bee hummingbird, and deadliest, such as the box jellyfish, this book has something for everyone interested in animals. Readers will find out what records ostriches, saltwater crocodiles, dung beetles, and other animals are breaking.

Reviews the development of medicine and medical technology from the dawn of civilization to the present, including instruments, diagnostic tools, medicines, and alternative care.

Outlines the development of what we eat and wear today, from primitive hunting and gathering to genetically engineered foods, and from animal skins to spandex.

Discusses the internal workings of rescue vehicles, including ambulance, fire truck, tow truck, submarine rescue vehicle, lifeboat, and more.

Presents and discusses the internal workings of record breaking machines.

Explores the history and geological features of the Snake River, which flows from Yellowstone National Park to the Columbia River; discusses its wildlife, people and communities, trade, and industries; and looks at the river as a source of water, power, and entertainment.

Explores the history and geological features of the Colorado River, which flows through the driest part of the U.S.; discusses its wildlife, people and communities, trade, and industries; and looks at the river as a source of water, power, and entertainment.

Presents an introduction to a variety of marine life, providing information on habitat, life cycle, and physical characteristics of sharks, fish, coral, whales, and more.

Discusses the internal workings of spacecraft, including Apollo lunar module, lunar rover, space shuttle, Mars rover, and more.