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Text and illustrations describe the characteristics of plants and animals that live in or near the ocean.

Examines health, its maintenance and enemies, medical treatment, infections and diseases.

Describes various types of microscopes and how they function in helping us see details of the living and non-living world that are invisible to the naked eye.

Discusses the function, materials, and different styles of clothing throughout history and how it varies in different settings and occupations.

Traces the development of transportation from the days of the Roman Empire to today's fast-moving society and outlines the benefits and problems that traffic can bring.

Describes the living conditions, plant and animal life, people, exploitation, and conservation of the tropical rain forests.

Discusses the people, animals, and plants of the desert areas of the world, as well as problems of deserts and ways man is trying to deal with them.

Describes the living conditions, plant and animal life, natural resources, exploration, and people of the North and South poles.

An introduction to some ancient cities of the Middle East, such as Ur, Mohenjo-Daro, and ?atal H?y?k, describing life as it must have been.

Brief text and illustrations present the development of space travel from the launching of the first rockets and satellites to the space shuttle which could make living and working in space a common experience in the near future.