Discusses Antarctica including the animals that live there, the scientists who work there, and the problems with its environment.

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

A history of the construction of the Great Pyramid at Giza and the civilization that produced it.

Text and photographs examine several aspects of these natural wonders including their lava flows, rocks, springs and geysers, and geothermal energy.

Examines the building of the Great Wall of China and the thousands of years of conflict that preceded it.

Introduces the different types of hurricanes and tornadoes, their histories, and effects on humans.

Relates the history of how the Panama Canal was planned and built, including the political, international, and health aspects of getting the project finished on time.