Books with author Peter Murray

Briefly describes rainforests, telling where they are found and what lives there, particularly in the upper levels known as the canopy.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and life cycle of sea otters living off the west coast of North America.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and behavior of hummingbirds.

Introduces the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycles of beavers.

A screech rings out: there's a spider in the bathroom! Spiders may inspire screams when they're in the house, but their beautiful webs and nimble legs can also inspire wonder. Discover what makes spiders and their relatives so fascinating.

Explains how lightning forms and the impact it can have.

Describes the life cycle, how and where mushrooms grow.

Provides information about the appearance, behavior, and different species of rhinoceros; discusses their endangered status; and includes a glossary, index, and list of related Web sites.

Examines tornadoes, what causes them and the destruction they can do.

Examines earthquakes, what they are, what causes them, and better means of monitoring them.

Murray, Peter

Introduces readers to black widow spiders, their physical characteristics, habitats, behavior, and life cycle.