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Alvin Submersible, a deep-sea vessel that can sink miles below the surface, takes readers on a tour of the ocean floor where they will explore underwater volcanoes, discover lost hydrogen bombs, hear about storied shipwrecks and meet hundreds of new species living far beneath the waves.
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New York Times bestselling author Michael Crichton delivers another action-packed techo-thriller in State of Fear.
When a group of eco-terrorists engage in a global conspiracy to generate weather-related natural disasters, its up to environmental lawyer Peter Evans and his team to uncover the subterfuge.
From Tokyo to Los Angeles, from Antarctica to the Solomon Islands, Michael Crichton mixes cutting edge science and action-packed
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"Climb aboard the Nautilus with Captain Nemo and embark on an undersea journey around the world in this Jules Verne classic with an arresting new look! When word about sightings of a sea monster spread, three men embark on a journey to find the creature. But when they get thrown overboard, they soon find themselves in the belly of the beast--the underwater vessel named the Nautilus, manned by Captain Nemo. Having discovered his secret submarine, the...
7) Submarines
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"From the early human-powered submarines of the American Civil War to the U-boats of both world wars and the modern nuclear-powered missile platforms of the Cold War, twelve dioramic scenes reveal how submarines have become one of the most dangerous weapons of war"--Provided by publisher.
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"The USS Kentucky--a Trident ballistic missile submarine carrying a full complement of 192 nuclear warheads--is about to go on a routine cruise. Not long after it reaches the open sea, however, the Kentucky receives a launch order. After receiving that launch order, it is cut off from all counter-orders and disappears into the Pacific while it makes the eight-day transit to the launch site. What the Kentucky's crew doesn't know is that those launch...
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In this "Science in Action" episode, World War II veterans Admirals Chester Nimitz and Charles Lockwood educate viewers about submarine engineering, operations, and roles in the Pacific Theater. Witness skippers practicing with periscopes and model "enemy" ships at a training facility and view combat footage. Midget and atomic submarines are also discussed. In addition, Dr. Herald hosts a toucan expert for the Animal of the Week.
13) Submarines
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An introduction to military submarines, with photos, facts, and key words.
16) Submarines
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"Summary: Simple text and photographs describe submarines, their parts, and what they do"--Provided by publisher.
17) Submarines
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Explores the history, capabilities, and technology of submarines, including heroic sailors who have served on these ships.
18) Submarines
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Examines how submarines work, what they look like inside, and how they are used today. Features color photographs, accessible text, activities, a glossary, further resources, and a timeline.
20) Submarines
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A beginning reader that offers labeled photographs and diagrams that identify submarines.