Providing abundance is humanity's grandest challenge--this is a book about how we rise to meet it. We will soon be able to meet and exceed the basic needs of every man, woman and child on the planet. Abundance for all is within our grasp. This bold, contrarian view, backed up by exhaustive research, introduces our near-term future, where exponentially growing technologies and three other powerf…
Designed by experts in education, this comprehensive best-selling workbook features vivid and full-color illustrations to guide fifth grade children step-by-step through a variety of engaging and developmentally appropriate activities. Topics and activities include phonics, reading, reading comprehension, language arts, writing, and math. Answer keys included. 544 pp. -- *Easy-to-understand exa…
After a devastating nuclear exchange in the Middle East, America and Russia stand on opposite sides in the quest for the world’s resources. While on a recon mission over Russia, Joint Strike Force pilot Major Stephanie Halverson tests a revolutionary new radar device—until she is shot down. In the jungles of Ecuador, relentless Marine Raider Captain Mikhail “Lex” Alexandrov pursues a…
All humankind was watching that day in 1969. And yet only a handful knew the real mission behind America’s triumph in the space race: to explore the alien ship that has crashed on the far side of the moon. Decades later, scientists are still struggling to understand the technology found on board—though with the treacherous Decepticons after it, a powerful force must be at stake. The only ho…
Another year's worth of wild and wacky information from Ripley's Believe It or Not!
Ripley's Twists 2 in 1 - Sports & Human Body brings together two awesome and fascinating books. From ultra marathons and extreme kayaking to surfing dogs and a man with blue skin, you'll be amazed at the astonishing facts, awesome photos and weird and wonderful Ripley's stories on every page! A unique Ripley’s Believe It or Not! way of looking at traditional children’s subjects, books in…