Grand Canyon National Park: Tail of the Scorpion

Grand Canyon National Park: Tail of the Scorpion

Author: Mike Graf

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2012-03-20

Total Pages: 101

ISBN-13: 0762784075

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Dear Diary, I’m in a very unusual place: the bottom of the Grand Canyon. But it feels like we are at the bottom of the world . . . The Parkers, an intrepid family of four, are back for another exciting adventure in Grand Canyon National Park: Tail of the Scorpion. Amid the magnificent beauty of the park, ten-year-old twins James and Morgan and their father brave a steep twenty-one-mile hike from rim to rim. As they face heatstroke, exhaustion, and even a run-in with scorpions, they wonder, “Can we make the grueling climb to the top?” Each book in the exciting Adventures with the Parkers series for kids 8–13 explores a popular national park and is packed with adventure as well as engaging and educational facts about nature, outdoor safety, and much more. Vacation has never been this fun! Books in the Adventures with the Parkers Series: Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks: Danger in the Narrows Glacier National Park: Going to the Sun Grand Canyon National Park: Tail of the Scorpion Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Ridge Runner Rescue Mount Rushmore, Badlands, Wind Cave: Going Underground Olympic National Park: Touch of the Tide Pool, Crack of the Glacier Rocky Mountain National Park: Peril on Longs Peak Yellowstone National Park: Eye of the Grizzly Yosemite National Park: Harrowing Ascent of Half Dome


The Scorpion's Tail

The Scorpion's Tail

Author: Douglas Preston

Publisher: Hachette UK

Published: 2021-01-12

Total Pages: 416

ISBN-13: 1538747294

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From #1 bestselling authors Preston & Child comes a thrilling novel following archaeologist Nora Kelly and FBI Agent Corrie Swanson as they work together to solve a twisted crime that reaches far beyond any of their worst fears. Following the acclaimed debut of Old Bones, this second "happily anticipated" new thriller in Preston & Child's series features Nora Kelly, archaeologist at the Santa Fe Archeological Institute, and rookie FBI Agent Corrie Swanson, as they team up to solve a mystery that quickly escalates into nightmare (Booklist). A mummified corpse, over half a century old, is found in the cellar of an abandoned building in a remote New Mexico ghost town. Corrie is assigned what seems to her a throwaway case: to ID the body and determine cause of death. She brings archaeologist Nora Kelly to excavate the body and lend her expertise to the investigation, and together they uncover something unexpected and shocking: the deceased apparently died in agony, in a fetal position, skin coming off in sheets, with a rictus of horror frozen on his face. Hidden on the corpse lies a 16th century Spanish gold cross of immense value. When they at last identify the body -- and the bizarre cause of death -- Corrie and Nora open a door into a terrifying, secret world of ancient treasure and modern obsession: a world centered on arguably the most defining, frightening, and transformative moment in American history.


The Oregon Trail

The Oregon Trail

Author: Steven P. Olson

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2004-01-15

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9780823945122

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Uses primary source documents, narrative, and illustrations to recount the history of the Oregon Trail, its role in westward expansion, and the travails of the pioneers who followed it across the West.


The Ancestral Trail

The Ancestral Trail

Author: Frank Graves

Publisher: Frajil Publishing

Published: 2013-12

Total Pages: 450

ISBN-13: 9781873133019

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"Harry Potter," "Lord of the Rings," "Lion, Witch & the Wardrobe" Looking for something else TOTALLY UNIQUE" to read? Let your mind run riot with this Epic Trilogy of Myths, Magic and Monsters stories. Now out in Kindle and Printed Book Format. The Ancestral Trail Trilogy has it all and guarantees that "different story" without even a Dragon, or a Werewolf anywhere in sight. The Ancestral Trail was first published in beautifully pictured set of magazine format in 1993. (The complete readable history on the same stories and also shows those fantastic drawings - Google www.theancestraltrail.com). The three books in the trilogy are: - 1) Long Ago & Far Away (Ancient World) 2) New Time & Time Again (Cyber World) 3) Once Upon a Time & Time Again (Today World) The Ancestral Trail Trilogy is the proper book of the first set of stories in a three-book format now being published. It tells the story of a boy that is suddenly plucked from his home world and sent to a new place, known as the Ancestral World. There, he learns that he is The Chosen One, appointed to save this world of mythical beasts from a great evil being known simply as The Evil One. A pig-like soldier and an intellectual waif-like female scribe throughout the journey ably accompany the boy to the first of three totally different worlds, the Ancient World, Cyber World and Modern Day World of Today Said Evil One has already conquered the Ancestral World by stealing six pods from the "Tree Of Life" and imprisoning six Ancestral Guardians. Since the beginning of time, creatures of the air, land and water have lived in peace in the Ancestral World. Landsmen, common beasts, birds and fishes have dwelt in harmony with insects, reptiles and mythical beasts. Ruled with fairness and wisdom by the Council of Guardians, they have known neither suffering nor the ravages of war. Now an evil spirit has come to this land and is laying waste to all that is good. The Forces of Evil have gained ground fast and many of these peaceful creatures have been killed or have fallen under the Evil One's power. The Life Force of the Ancestral World is almost at an end.


Scorpions of Southern Africa

Scorpions of Southern Africa

Author: Jonathan Leeming

Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa

Published: 2019-01-01

Total Pages: 214

ISBN-13: 177584658X

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Scorpions of Southern Africa, the go-to guide for identifying southern Africa’s rich scorpion fauna, has now been freshly designed, updated and expanded. It includes 12additional species, new images and distribution maps, and a chapter on how to go about identifying scorpions. An invaluable guide for the amateur naturalist and professional alike, this accessible book describes: scorpion anatomy and behavior; the strategies that enable scorpions to survive harsh conditions; their use of venom and other aspects of their successful existence over millions of years. A fascinating introduction to the biology and behaviour of scorpions; a photograph and distribution map for each species; concise information to enable identification; debunks myths and legends about these little-known and misunderstood creatures.


Scorpions

Scorpions

Author: Mike Cook

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2015-11-04

Total Pages: 412

ISBN-13: 1329507037

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Jonathan Landers was focused on two things in life, jamming with his high school friends in a death metal band and riding his quad runner through the Arizona desert. But when he crashes his quad runner, Jonathan finds himself in a desperate situation. Injured, dehydrated and without transportation, he must survive the journey on foot. Before he escapes the choking hot desert an earthquake hits the general area. In the following days Jonathan and his friend Kyle discover a mutilated animal carcass that suggests a predator of unnatural abilities. The nightmare unfolds when they encounter prehistoric creatures that have not walked the earth in five million years. With the annual biker fest just one week away in the neighboring city of Laughlin, Nevada, Jonathan and his friends find themselves in a desperate struggle to stop the event before the prehistoric scorpions... come out to play.


The Scorpion’s Lullaby

The Scorpion’s Lullaby

Author: Juliet Vane

Publisher: Juliet Vane

Published:

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 1386930490

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The Scorpion Raiders have three rules: Be ruthless. Be rich. Live like gods. Joella’s band of thieves lives deep in the jungle. Riding on giant scorpion dragons, they search the beautiful landscape for villages and caravans to rob. When insidious forces interrupt a routine raid, Joella becomes separated from her people. She’s alone except for a stolen book of legends and Marc, a pacifist dedicated to preserving the ways of the old goddess. Searching for their tribes, Joella and Marc brave violent beasts, deceitful clans, and the sweltering days and freezing nights of their beloved jungle. They must trust each other to right the wrongs of the past and save themselves, or risk the very landscape they hold so dear. The Scorpion’s Lullaby is a fast-paced, lyrical fantasy filled with creatures and characters who will take your breath away. Get your copy today and be transported into an unforgettable tale in this luminous, unique world. additional keywords: young adult fantasy, high fantasy, jungle, storytelling, legend, monsters, goddess, strong female heroine, teenage warrior, thief, raider, fantastic creatures, myth


Tracks & Sign of Insects & Other Invertebrates

Tracks & Sign of Insects & Other Invertebrates

Author: Charley Eiseman

Publisher: Stackpole Books

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 594

ISBN-13: 0811736245

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The first-ever reference to the sign left by insects and other North American invertebrates includes descriptions and almost 1,000 color photos of tracks, egg cases, nests, feeding signs, galls, webs, burrows, and signs of predation. Identification is made to the family level, sometimes to the genus or species. It's an invaluable guide for wildlife professionals, naturalists, students, and insect specialists.


Parentectomy

Parentectomy

Author: Marty Gottesfeld

Publisher: BookRix

Published: 2016-08-25

Total Pages: 165

ISBN-13: 3739670258

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An engineer learns about the "troubled teen industry" when his girlfriend asks him to investigate the draconian residential treatment center her brother attends, Logan River Academy. He tries to resist getting involved in her family's matters at first, but when he uncovers the extent of the documented institutionalized abuse of children in America, he takes a technological approach to making a difference.