mountains

The Barker brothers and their friend Delilah secretly climb up to Superstition Mountain one last time, hoping to solve the remaining mysteries, including whether the librarian is really the ghost of Julia Thomas, what was their uncle Hank's role in discovering the gold mine, and especially, who is trying to kill them.

Tagus is a medical slave who wants be a gladiator, Lucia is the daughter of Tag's owner and betrothed to an older man, and the two teenagers are in love with each other--but it is the year 79 and soon Vesuvius will alter their lives forever.

An exploration of mountains and mountaineering, discussing early climbers, summits, surveying, expeditions, and more.

Examines how and why earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanoes occur and how these events affect the earth. Includes full-color maps and illustrations.

Describes the causes, impact, and study of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, discussing such topics as Pangaea, plate tectonics, the rock cycle, and the work of geologists and seismologists.

Presents an introduction to mountains, covering such topics as their different types and physical features, the plants and animals that live on them, and the hazards of mountain climbing and exploration.

Explores the geographical features and wildlife of mountains.

For 123 years, Mount St. Helens volcano in Washington state was quiet. Then, one March afternoon in 1980, the volcano awoke from its sleep. Includes a study of this volcano, and volcanoes in general.

Provides clear and simple answers to over thirty questions children often ask about mountains, and includes humorous illustrations.