Castellano, Peter

Describes the parts of a longboard, the many ways of riding, and safety tips when practicing the sport.

Highlights the facts and fiction surrounding vampires from around the world. Includes resources for further information, a glossary, and color photographs.

Some say the legend of the werewolf may have come from a rare condition of abundant hair growth called hypertrichosis. However the stories began, they ve persisted to present-day pop culture, continuously drawing in new audiences. Written in simple, clear language, all readers can explore the history of the werewolf myth. The main content includes all aspects of this high-interest topic, including how werewolves change from man to beast, why they change, and how one becomes a werewolf. Full-color images and fact boxes add elements of both fantasy and reality to help readers navigate the line between truth and legend. Black and White Photographs, Detailed Table of Contents, Fact Boxes, Full-color photographs, For Further Information Section, Glossary, Index, Safety Tips.

There s a very clear line from Bram Stoker s Dracula to the glut of vampire stories available in bookstores today. However, tales of bloodsucking creatures predate Dracula and exist in the mythology of many cultures. Covering the history of the vampire myth as well as how it s used today, the main content engages even reluctant readers with a high-interest topic. Full-color photographs and other images of vampires through the ages show how the depiction of this chilling creature has changed over time. Additional fact boxes add a dose of reality to a tale that s so well known, it sometimes feels like it could be true! Black and White Photographs, Detailed Table of Contents, Fact Boxes, Full-color photographs, For Further Information Section, Glossary, Index, Sidebars.

Describes the sport of mixed martial arts, its history, and mixed martial arts safety and rules.

Discusses the legends of dragons, such as powerful dragons of China that bring life and good fortune to fire-breathing, winged dragons of European legend, includes information about the origins of such myths and possible scientific explantions for them.

Likely the most physically difficult motorcycle sport, motocross challenges its riders with rough terrain and high-speed competition. With events taking place on courses 1 to 3 miles long, motocross riders need to have endurance as well as the fearlessness characteristic of daredevil athletes. Readers enter the fast-paced world of motocross through accessible language and exciting information that will appeal to even reluctant readers. A colorful layout and photographs showcase on-course action, while the main content introduces the rules of the sport as well as safety. Full of high-octane fact boxes, this volume is a ride readers can enjoy without a helmet.