From the central mountains and valleys to the rain forests of La Mosquitia, Honduras is a land of natural beauty. Not every wonder in the country is nature-made, however. The Copán Ruins in… More →
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The polar bear is the largest meat-eater living on land. It has an appetite for seals, walruses, and whales, but it is not picky when starving. Come face-to-face with a hungry polar bear and… More →
A special operations force of the U.S. military, the Night Stalkers are called on to complete covert missions under the cover of night. They helicopter to targets on the spot. See if you have More →
Mountain climbing is about the challenge. It's about rising above difficulties to reach the breathtaking views that wait atop mountains. Let this book get you geared up for rock climbing,… More →
Fighter pilots are always ready for a dogfight. They know how to effectively maneuver in the air and shoot at enemy aircraft. They welcome danger because it means the chance to become a… More →
Considered the most capable multi-role fighter, the F-16 Fighting Falcon can weather any storm. The streamlined aircraft will fly more than 500 miles to meet the enemy, locate targets under… More →
Getting rammed by a charging bull is not that different from being hit by a car. Who would sign up for such a thing? Well, rodeo clowns. They battle bulls to keep cowboys safe. Learn about… More →
Sometimes actors don't have the skills they need for a movie scene. This is where stunt performers jump in, sometimes literally. These daredevils jump out of moving cars, off high cliffs, and More →
The Air Commandos help manage chaos for the U.S. military. They are skilled at pararescue and seizing airfields. Any time, any place, Air Commandos will be there. Follow Air Force Air… More →
Killer bees have the mob mentality. They attack in large groups and refuse to let up without a fight. A group of killer bees can remain wound up for up to 24 hours! Learn why you should never More →