Explains what a world commodities is; examines how iron ore is been mined, processed, and traded; and discusses political, environmental, and social issues related to the iron ore industry.
Explains what a world commodities is; examines how coal is mined, processed, and traded; and discusses political, environmental, and social issues related to the coal industry.
Provides photographs and information about the extreme sports of whitewater kayaking, whitewater rafting, riverboarding, and canyoneering; and includes information about some of the athletes who participate in these daring activities.
A color-illustrated overview of extreme mountain sports that describes adventure racing, including the Raid Gauloises, the Eco-Challenge, and other international races; mountain biking; rock climbing; extreme hiking; and extreme trail running. Also discusses mountain gear and safety.
Provides photographs and information about the extreme sports of snowboarding, free skiing, skiboarding, and snow mountain biking; and includes information about some of the athletes who participate in these daring activities.
Provides photographs and information about the extreme sports of skateboarding, aggressive inline skating, BMX riding, and street luge; and includes information about some of the athletes who participate in these daring activities.
Provides photographs and information about the extreme sports of big wave surfing, bodyboarding, boardsailing, and wakeboarding; and includes information about some of the athletes who participate in these daring activities.
