Tim O'Shei

"Describes 10 of the world's most dangerous jobs in a countdown format"--Provided by publisher.

"Discusses the history, techniques, ranks, and competitions of kung fu"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes how 11-year-old Brennan Hawkins survived four days of being lost in the mountains"--Provided by publisher.

Describes how 13-year old surfer Bethany Hamily survived an attack by a tiger shark that took her left arm.

"Discusses the history, techniques, ranks, and competitions of kendo"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of the first Hispanic American to be picked in the first round of the National Hockey League Draft, and who went on to help the New Jersey Devils win the 2000 Stanley Cup.

In just a few short years, Batista went from an unknown to a wrestling superstar. Discover how a tough kid from a poor neighborhood turned his life around to become the World Heavyweight Champion.

A biography of Ulysses Grant, from his childhood in Ohio, through his education at West Point and his career as an Army officer, to his terms as president of the United States.

Explores the career and influences of the president who worked to preserve wildlife and national parks and to establish peace among conflicting nations. Includes Internet links to Web sites, source documents, and photographs related to Jimmy Carter.

Briefly presents specific survival strategies that can be used while lost at sea.