Traces the story of the heralded explorer who after losing an arm during the American Civil War joined the 1869 Colorado River Exploring Expedition on a dangerous journey through the Grand Canyon.

Describes the events of the 1914 Shackleton Antarctic expedition, when the ship the Endurance was crushed in a frozen sea and the men made the perilous journey across ice and stormy seas to reach inhabited land.

Find out what to expect when you venture out to climb Mount Everest, one of Earth's most dangerous journeys.

Brief introductions to a few trailblazers on and under the sea. Fun illustrations pair with bright photos to help young readers learn about their greatest adventures.