Author: Sara Compton
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
ISBN: 9780836813050
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
A large-print edition Choose Your Own Adventure series.
Daredevil
Author: Ed Brubaker
Publisher: Marvel Entertainment
ISBN: 1302431773
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 167
Book Description
Collects Daredevil (1998) #100-105, Daredevil Annual (2007) #1. Things couldn't be going worse for Matt Murdock. Everything he thought he'd gotten back teeters on the edge of a precipice, ready to shatter all around him, as he fights a battle on both fronts of his life - in the courtroom and on the rooftops of Hell's Kitchen!
Publisher: Marvel Entertainment
ISBN: 1302431773
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 167
Book Description
Collects Daredevil (1998) #100-105, Daredevil Annual (2007) #1. Things couldn't be going worse for Matt Murdock. Everything he thought he'd gotten back teeters on the edge of a precipice, ready to shatter all around him, as he fights a battle on both fronts of his life - in the courtroom and on the rooftops of Hell's Kitchen!
Daredevil Park
Author: Sara Compton
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
ISBN: 9780836813050
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
A large-print edition Choose Your Own Adventure series.
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
ISBN: 9780836813050
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
A large-print edition Choose Your Own Adventure series.
The Daredevil's Guide to Dangerous Places
Author: Lonely Planet Kids
Publisher: Lonely Planet
ISBN: 1788682092
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 83
Book Description
Hazard hunters Eddie and Junko are exploring some of the most extreme environments on Earth! But dont worry, they have their dangermobile packed with gadgets to tackle everything they come across. Join them and discover the fires of erupting Stromboli, the worlds fastest winds on Mt. Washington, Brazils venomous snake island, and much more. In this fascinating round-the-world adventure, youll travel to 35 of the planets most dangerous natural places. With a mix of photos and illustrations, amazing facts and danger stats, its a fun and absorbing introduction to our wild and wonderful world. Youll visit: Death Valley, California Tornado Alley, the American Midwest Catatumbo Lightning, Venezuela Holuhraun Lava Field, Iceland Saltstraumen Whirlpools, Norway The Poison Garden, UK Victoria Falls, Zambia and Zimbabwe Darvaza Gas Crater, Turkmenistan Forest of Knives, Madagascar Ross Ice Shelf, Antarctica Komodo National Park, Indonesia Mary River Crocodiles, Australia About Lonely Planet Kids: Come explore! Lets start an adventure. Lonely Planet Kids excites and educates children about the amazing world around them. Combining astonishing facts, quirky humour and eye-catching imagery, we ignite their curiosity and encourage them to discover more about our planet. Every book draws on our huge team of global experts to help share our continual fascination with what makes the world such a diverse and magnificent place inspiring children at home and in school. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.
Publisher: Lonely Planet
ISBN: 1788682092
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 83
Book Description
Hazard hunters Eddie and Junko are exploring some of the most extreme environments on Earth! But dont worry, they have their dangermobile packed with gadgets to tackle everything they come across. Join them and discover the fires of erupting Stromboli, the worlds fastest winds on Mt. Washington, Brazils venomous snake island, and much more. In this fascinating round-the-world adventure, youll travel to 35 of the planets most dangerous natural places. With a mix of photos and illustrations, amazing facts and danger stats, its a fun and absorbing introduction to our wild and wonderful world. Youll visit: Death Valley, California Tornado Alley, the American Midwest Catatumbo Lightning, Venezuela Holuhraun Lava Field, Iceland Saltstraumen Whirlpools, Norway The Poison Garden, UK Victoria Falls, Zambia and Zimbabwe Darvaza Gas Crater, Turkmenistan Forest of Knives, Madagascar Ross Ice Shelf, Antarctica Komodo National Park, Indonesia Mary River Crocodiles, Australia About Lonely Planet Kids: Come explore! Lets start an adventure. Lonely Planet Kids excites and educates children about the amazing world around them. Combining astonishing facts, quirky humour and eye-catching imagery, we ignite their curiosity and encourage them to discover more about our planet. Every book draws on our huge team of global experts to help share our continual fascination with what makes the world such a diverse and magnificent place inspiring children at home and in school. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.
The Incredible Scream Machine
Author: Robert Cartmell
Publisher: Popular Press
ISBN: 9780879723422
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
In 1984 America celebrated the one hundredth anniversary of the first successful roller coaster device: La Marcus A. Thompson’s switchback railway, erected at Coney Island. Robert Cartmell examines every phase of roller coaster history, from the use of the roller coaster by Albert Einstein to demonstrate his theory of physics, to John Allen’s use of psychology in designing one.
Publisher: Popular Press
ISBN: 9780879723422
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
In 1984 America celebrated the one hundredth anniversary of the first successful roller coaster device: La Marcus A. Thompson’s switchback railway, erected at Coney Island. Robert Cartmell examines every phase of roller coaster history, from the use of the roller coaster by Albert Einstein to demonstrate his theory of physics, to John Allen’s use of psychology in designing one.
Who Are You?
Author: Edward Packard
Publisher: Skylark
ISBN: 9780553563986
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Vol. 150.
Publisher: Skylark
ISBN: 9780553563986
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Vol. 150.
Albert Is NOT Scared
Author: Eleanor May
Publisher: Triangle Interactive, Inc.
ISBN: 1684520142
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
Read Along or Enhanced eBook: It’s Albert’s first trip to the amousement park. He says he’s not “afraid” to go on rides—he just doesn’t like ones that go up and down. Or left and right. Or around and around! But what happens when Albert ends up in line for the wrong ride? (Math Concept: Direction Words)
Publisher: Triangle Interactive, Inc.
ISBN: 1684520142
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
Read Along or Enhanced eBook: It’s Albert’s first trip to the amousement park. He says he’s not “afraid” to go on rides—he just doesn’t like ones that go up and down. Or left and right. Or around and around! But what happens when Albert ends up in line for the wrong ride? (Math Concept: Direction Words)
The Amusement Park
Author: Stephen M. Silverman
Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal
ISBN: 0316416479
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 764
Book Description
Experience the electrifying, never-before-told true story of amusement parks, from the middle ages to present day, and meet the colorful (and sometimes criminal) characters who are responsible for their enchanting charms. Step right up! The Amusement Park is a rich, anecdotal history that begins nine centuries ago with the "pleasure gardens" of Europe and England and ends with the most elaborate modern parks in the world. It's a history told largely through the stories of the colorful, sometimes hedonistic characters who built them, including: Showmen like Joseph and Nicholas Schenck and Marcus Loew Railroad barons Andrew Mellon and Henry E. Huntington The men who ultimately destroyed the parks, including Robert Moses and Fred Trump Gifted artisans and craft-people who brought the parks to life An amazing cast of supporting players, from Al Capone to Annie Oakley And, of course, this is a full-throttle celebration of the rides, those marvels of engineering and heart-stopping thrills from an author, Stephen Silverman, whose life-long passion for his subject shines through. The parks and fairs featured include the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, Coney Island, Steeplechase Park, Dreamland, Euclid Beach Park, Cedar Point, Palisades Park, Ferrari World, Dollywood, Sea World, Six Flags Great Adventure, Universal Studios, Disney World and Disneyland, and many more.
Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal
ISBN: 0316416479
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 764
Book Description
Experience the electrifying, never-before-told true story of amusement parks, from the middle ages to present day, and meet the colorful (and sometimes criminal) characters who are responsible for their enchanting charms. Step right up! The Amusement Park is a rich, anecdotal history that begins nine centuries ago with the "pleasure gardens" of Europe and England and ends with the most elaborate modern parks in the world. It's a history told largely through the stories of the colorful, sometimes hedonistic characters who built them, including: Showmen like Joseph and Nicholas Schenck and Marcus Loew Railroad barons Andrew Mellon and Henry E. Huntington The men who ultimately destroyed the parks, including Robert Moses and Fred Trump Gifted artisans and craft-people who brought the parks to life An amazing cast of supporting players, from Al Capone to Annie Oakley And, of course, this is a full-throttle celebration of the rides, those marvels of engineering and heart-stopping thrills from an author, Stephen Silverman, whose life-long passion for his subject shines through. The parks and fairs featured include the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, Coney Island, Steeplechase Park, Dreamland, Euclid Beach Park, Cedar Point, Palisades Park, Ferrari World, Dollywood, Sea World, Six Flags Great Adventure, Universal Studios, Disney World and Disneyland, and many more.
Marvel Masterworks
Author: Stan Lee
Publisher: Marvel Entertainment
ISBN: 1302482289
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
Daredevil goes into the heart of the Savage Land to do battle with the Plunderer and meet none other than Ka-Zar! If learning Ka-Zar's origin wasn't thrilling enough, then surely a Daredevil/Spider-Man team-up ought to enhance your excitement! Then, these two highflying heroes give the Masked Marauder what-for - but only after duking it out themselves, natch. Plus, the debut of Daredevil's classic nemesis, the Gladiator!
Publisher: Marvel Entertainment
ISBN: 1302482289
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
Daredevil goes into the heart of the Savage Land to do battle with the Plunderer and meet none other than Ka-Zar! If learning Ka-Zar's origin wasn't thrilling enough, then surely a Daredevil/Spider-Man team-up ought to enhance your excitement! Then, these two highflying heroes give the Masked Marauder what-for - but only after duking it out themselves, natch. Plus, the debut of Daredevil's classic nemesis, the Gladiator!
@ Three O’ Clock in the World
Author: D. White
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1669876993
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 526
Book Description
Gene Tierney lives with her husband on an air force base in central Nevada. There sinister experiments are performed by ex-patriot scientists from Germany. Gene is hoping to return to the movies soon, provided she can find a good script (and regain her health after nervous breakdowns that have involved a variety of hallucinations that may or may not include German scientists).
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1669876993
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 526
Book Description
Gene Tierney lives with her husband on an air force base in central Nevada. There sinister experiments are performed by ex-patriot scientists from Germany. Gene is hoping to return to the movies soon, provided she can find a good script (and regain her health after nervous breakdowns that have involved a variety of hallucinations that may or may not include German scientists).
Rochester's Lakeside Resorts and Amusement Parks
Author: Donovan A. Shilling
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439626960
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
The period from 1884 to 1926 was the heyday of the trolley lines, the height of steam travel, and the peak of interest in the back to nature movement. It was a time for spiritual renewal, when society was encouraged to enjoy family activities in the fresh air. Resorts served as an escape from summers oppressive heat and offered a world of fun, fantasy, and fishinga world far removed from the toils of the shop, the chores of the farm, or the everyday drudgery demanded by a labor intensive, pre-electric society. Rochesters Lakeside Resorts and Amusement Parks documents in over 200 photographs the development, dates, locations, and attractions that were a unique part of the rich history of each resort. Offering a window into yesterday, this book reveals many unusual facts about the area and features the fascinating characters who owned and operated the impressive hotels, boats, trolley lines, and amusement concessions.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439626960
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
The period from 1884 to 1926 was the heyday of the trolley lines, the height of steam travel, and the peak of interest in the back to nature movement. It was a time for spiritual renewal, when society was encouraged to enjoy family activities in the fresh air. Resorts served as an escape from summers oppressive heat and offered a world of fun, fantasy, and fishinga world far removed from the toils of the shop, the chores of the farm, or the everyday drudgery demanded by a labor intensive, pre-electric society. Rochesters Lakeside Resorts and Amusement Parks documents in over 200 photographs the development, dates, locations, and attractions that were a unique part of the rich history of each resort. Offering a window into yesterday, this book reveals many unusual facts about the area and features the fascinating characters who owned and operated the impressive hotels, boats, trolley lines, and amusement concessions.