Books in High Interest Books: Insider's Look series

Explores the history, current status, and future of the Federal Bureau of Investigation; educational and other requirements for those entering this field; and various kinds of work performed by FBI agents.

Chronicles the childhood, marriage and family life, and acting career of the star of such films as "Election," "Pleasantville," and "Legally Blonde."

Discusses the equipment and safety precautions of skysurfing, including techniques, competitions, and training.

Introduces the type of work, dangers, and requirements for the job of bounty hunter.

Explores how animation works, how animated films are produced and who is best known for making them, and how to pursue one's interest in the field, either as a career or as a hobby.

Presents profiles and statistics of some of the best players in the National Hockey League.

Offers stories of the super athletes who have succeeded against all odds to make a living playing the game they love.

Introduces the sailing enthusiast and boat designer, Steven Callahan, who struggled to survive after his small sailboat, the "Napoleon Solo," sank into the Atlantic Ocean.

Describes the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge, from its conception by John Roebling in 1852 through many setbacks to its final completion under the direction of his son, Washington, in 1883.

A history of stock car racing looks at the cars, the drivers, and the races, from the beginning of the popular sport to the present day.

Introduces the type of work, dangers, and requirements for the job of bomb squad specialist.

Recounts the 1820 sinking of the whaleship "Essex" by an enraged sperm whale and how the crew of young men survived against impossible odds.