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64 pp.
| Kingfisher |
September, 2002 |
TradeISBN 0-7534-5452-1$$16.95
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4-6
This amply illustrated, serviceable volume offers glances at places explored, the explorers, and reasons for exploration. What the book lacks in depth it makes up for in scope, as the topics circle the globe. Captions offer details about people, places, dates, and equipment. Color photos and action-packed illustrations add a sense of adventure to the informational text. Glos., ind.