Recounts the disturbing and seemingly unexplainable deaths of a truck driver and his infant nephew to a condition that soon threatened their entire family before an Omaha police officer began to suspect a murderer. Original.

Recounts the disturbing and seemingly unexplainable deaths of a truck driver and his infant nephew to a condition that soon threatened their entire family before an Omaha police officer began to suspect a murderer. Original.

Lennart Nilsson's unique photographic story -- a universal introduction to the miracle of life.In 1965 Lennart Nilsson published images from inside the human uterus, the first photographs of prenatal life. The book that was to follow, A Child is Born, stunned the world -- offering an unprecedented glimpse at the unseen world within our bodies, and our own beginnings.Using high-definition ultrasound technique, scanning electron and light microscopes, and advanced fibre optics Lennart Nilsson documents the miracle of human reproduction: the egg travelling down the fallopian tube; the sperm racing to meet it; the moment of fertilization; the very first cell division; the tiny embryo attaching to the uterine wall; the growth of eyes, ears, fingers and toes; and finally the moment of delivery itself -- providing an astonishing glimpse of the first moments of life.In this, the fully revised fifth edition, A Child is Born is redefined for a new age. With a completely new accompanying text, the images are rendered in astonishing detail utilising revolutionary new photographic technology, with the photographs themselves the dominant driving force of the narrative.

Product Description: Lennart Nilsson's unique photographic story -- a universal introduction to the miracle of life.In 1965 Lennart Nilsson published images from inside the human uterus, the first photographs of prenatal life. The book that was to follow, A Child is Born, stunned the world -- offering an unprecedented glimpse at the unseen world within our bodies, and our own beginnings...read more

After settling in a small town, temperamental young artist Alix Anders attracts the attention of local doctor Douglas MacBride

Ricky Ricotta, his Mighty Robot, cousin Lucy, and some friends set out to save mousekind from Stupid Stinkbugs from Saturn, with a little help from some special gum and taffy.

Ricky Ricotta, his Mighty Robot, cousin Lucy, and some friends set out to save mousekind from Stupid Stinkbugs from Saturn, with a little help from some special gum and taffy.

Best friends always stick together -- especially when they are in trouble!Ricky Ricotta and his Mighty Robot always watch out for each other -- that's what friends are for! This time, they've managed to mangle the Ricotta family's minivan. Somehow they have to find a way to make up for their mistake.When a mean little Martian named Major Monkey invades Earth, Ricky and his Robot race to save the day once more. But Major Monkey has a plan to get rid of Ricky's Robot so that no one will be able to stop him! Now it's up to Ricky to rescue his friend and keep Major Monkey from menacing mousekind!

Product Description: FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Ricky Ricotta, a small mouse, saves a giant robot from his evil creator, Dr. Stinky, and in turn, the robot protects Ricky from the bullies at school and saves the city from Dr. Stinky's destructive scheme.

Product Description: FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. In his third adventure, a small mouse named Ricky Ricotta and his best friend, a giant flying robot, save the world from Victor Von Vulture and his vicious voodoo vultures from Venus.

Product Description: FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. When the world is invaded by Mutant Mosquitoes, there is only one pair of heroes to turn to--Ricky Ricotta and his large sidekick, Robot.

Jimmy Roberts' favorite sport to watch is Robot Races, where drivers and their high-tech robot vehicles compete. When the races' founder announces a special version of the competition just for children, Jimmy can't wait to sign up. However, he can't afford his own robot. Thankfully his grandpa has a few surprises for him, and soon Jimmy is off on the adventure of a lifetime.

Jimmy and his robot Maverick have finally warmed up after their Arctic adventure and are amazed to be sitting on top of the Robot Races leaderboard. Jimmy’s been having a great time getting to know the other racers, and he and Maverick make a terrific team. But now they’re facing their toughest challenge yet, which includes crossing the Sahara with no navigation system. Can they make it to the finish before the others?