Steve Parker

"Find out which shark is the speediest ocean swimmer. Discover how huge the mighty whale shark can grow. Learn all about the great white's ferocious hunting skills. Discover some of the most amazing sharks on Earth through jaw-dropping facts and dramatic photos. Exactly 20 species are showcased in stunning detail, bringing you face to face with these awesome ocean predators." -- Back cover.

Seeing a wolf stalking its prey would be almost impossible to witness up close. It wouldn't be safe to be so near such a deadly predator's jaws when it's on the hunt. But in this book, readers can see wolves, owls, and many more terrifying predators do what they do best, capture prey. Up-close, full-color photographs highlight the sharp teeth, long claws, and huge paws of some of the world's deadliest animals. Fact boxes include fascinating information...

We depend on oil for heat, light, and transportation. But did you know that plastics are made from oil? How about nail polish? Formed over millions of years from the remains of ancient life forms, oil and its by-products are huge parts of our daily lives. However, as a fossil fuel, oil creates pollution and contributes to the growing problem of climate change. The countries of North America have always had plentiful natural resources. But the exploitation...

Explores the world of mammals by answering such questions as "What if giraffes had short necks?" "What if a bat couldn't hear?" and "What if whales could breathe underwater?"

Brief text and photos introduce the animal inhabitants of the seashore, including fish, crustaceans, snails, and shorebirds.

Details the life and work of Marie Curie from early childhood to the discovery of radium and her two Nobel Prizes.