Discusses many varieties of cacti, their use and importance to man, and methods of growing them as house plants.

Wonders of Marsupials

by Sigmund A Lavine

Published 1 January 1978
Discusses some of the 248 species of marsupials.

Wonders of Hippos

by Sigmund A Lavine

Published 1 January 1983
Traces the natural history and lore of the common hippopotamus and the pygmy hippopotamus, two species of plant-eating, amphibious, even-toed ungulates that live in the muddy rivers of Africa.

Discusses the legends and lore connected with the bison and describes its physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior.

Presents the characteristics and habits of a variety of eagles discussing their relationship to man and their role in nature, art, history, and legend.