Books in Watts Library: Geography series

Discusses the exploration of the Louisiana Territory, the military and political battles fought over it, and the eventual selling of the territory by France to the United States.

Presents information on the physical characteristics, habitats, and behavior of wildcats.

Examines the origins, nature, and significance of games played by North American Indians, including shinny and other ball games, dice games, and guessing games.

Describes the changing nature of the river as it flows through different regions, people and animals living along the river, farming, and political development.

Describes the characteristics of the planet Jupiter and its moons, as revealed by photographs sent back by unmanned spaceships.

Explores the history, geographic features, environment, and future of the Niagara River and discusses its significance as a boundary between the United States and Canada.

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Explores coral reefs, ridges of rocky materials just below the ocean's surface, which are inhabited by thousands of diverse organisms.

Discusses the sport of football including its history, rules and regulations, game bowls, and some outstanding players.

Describes the animals, plants, and people that live in rainforests and the threats to their existence.

Discusses the life and work of Jedediah Smith, an explorer of the American West and leader of mountain men.

Examines how many different types of animals, such as crustaceans, insects, and reptiles, shed their skins.