(3) 4-6 Dramatic color photographs enhance this poignant, engaging account of the Liuwa Plain National Park and its tumultuous history. After exploring the Zambian preserve's ecosystem and rapid decline, the text follows Lady, Liuwa's last lion, whose plight spurred a massive conservation movement. Discussion of the park's slow restoration, through stewardship and species reintroduction, highlights the intricate balance of nature while avoiding hyperbole. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(3) 4-6 The little-understood world of the deep ocean is explored in this examination of earth's hydrothermal vents. Color photos of underwater marvels and scientists at work supplement the authoritative text, which follows real-life research expeditions surveying these new terrains. An especially fascinating chapter presents links to the origins of life, and even to possible extraterrestrial life. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Jack Forman