Books in Destination series

For over a century the idea of a black hole was merely a theory, one that was fiercely debated. Then, while using the Hubble Space Telescope to observe a distant galaxy, scientists were able to take the first pictures of a black hole. A mystery that existed for over a hundred years was solved!Launched in 1990, the Hubble Space Telescope is still sending us images of the cosmos never before seen by the human eye. There are more pictures and new discoveries every day. Orbiting above the atmosphere, the Hubble Space Telescope can see into space ten times more clearly than the most powerful telescope on Earth.In Destination: Space, stunning visuals illustrate major discoveries as Seymour Simon explains what each carefully chosen image has shown us about the universe. Capturing fascinating and complex scientific discoveries in dramatic photographs and an easy-to-understand text, Seymour Simon once again shows why he is widely regarded as one of America's most exciting and informative authors.

From the lush foothills to snowcapped summits, children join Jonathan Grupper on a thrilling climb in the Rocky Mountains, exploring this magnificent ecosystem by raft, by four-wheel drive, and on foot, equipped with ice ax. Spectacular color photos and an engaging, you-are-there format bring young readers eye-to-eye with fascinating wildlife at every stage of the ascent.

Sydney, Australia!Everyone thinks that their home is best - here's your chance to find out.This is an introduction to Australia's largest city, its history and culture, by an Aussie bloke.Sydney is a modern day city with a buzz and an atmosphere about it to rival other major cities of the world, you'll remember the fantastic job they made of the Olympic Games. It's part of a country of amazing wildlife and scenery but also one that has a bit of a 'past'. Sydney's story is also a story of how God is involved in everyone's story. As you walk the streets of Sydney you'll discover that God can walk there with you too.Jim Cromarty has also written Outback Adventures and Great Barrier Reef Adventures about Australia's great outdoors and Christian history.