stature, short

Teenage girl Yukko awakens to find that she has shrunken in size-but this is no rabbit hole or fairy tale-this is real life! In a desperate and bloody struggle to stay alive, while fleeing giant predators and other twisted dangers, Yukko learns that she is not the only person who has turned tiny. Can she survive long enough to learn the truth behind her curious transformation?.

"Teenage girl Yukko awakens to find that she has shrunken in size-but this is no rabbit hole or fairy tale-this is real life! In a desperate and bloody struggle to stay alive, while fleeing giant predators and other twisted dangers, Yukko learns that she is not the only person who has turned tiny. Can she survive long enough to learn the truth behind her curious transformation?"--Back cover.

Discusses the feelings and problems caused by one's height, particularly at the preteen stage, the factors involved in growth, and ways to feel good about one's height--whatever it is.

Explores the portrayal of dwarfs in folklore, the causes and treatment of dwarfism, and the challenges of living in a society where bigger is thought to be better.

The shortest player in the history of the NBA discusses his life and career.

Journalist John Schwartz examines societal views on height, discussing marketing, psychology, and mythology; and reflects on the influence of stature on his beliefs and life.