Neil Morris

We are all aware of the importance of the environment - it's in the news, it affects our behavior and the decisions we make every day. But what actual impact has environmental thinking had on the world around us? This thought-provoking book looks at the way changing ideas about the environment and sustainability have affected our attitudes to the landscape, and will do so in the future.

"A discussion of tornadoes, describing their characteristics, formation, and impacts. Features descriptions of significant tornadoes and tornado outbreaks from history"--

"A discussion of hurricanes, typhoons, and other tropical cyclones, describing their characteristics, formation, and human and environmental impacts. Features descriptions of significant tropical cyclones from history"--

"Learn about the world from 1919 to 1945, from the peace treaty after World War l to the Great Depression, and from the rise of Nazi Germany to the end of World War ll. " --p. [4] cover.

Describes the world's five oceans, their movements, effect on weather, lifeforms, and state of pollution.

"Find out about Europe in the 18th century, from the French Revolution to the scientific revolution, and from Catherine the Great to the Grand Tour." -- p. [4] cover.

Presents thirteen paintings depicting key events in the life of Moses, along with the stories that inspired the paintings and commentary on each painting.

The adventures of a talking wooden marionette whose nose grew whenever he told a lie.

Provides step-by-step instructions for constructing different musical instruments using craft techniques and readily available materials.