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An overview of the earth's desert regions with information on surviving in these arid places.

Text and photographs examine various aspects of these natural wonders including their locations, their mineral wealth, and their plant and animal life, especially the "ship of the desert," the camel.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to deserts"--

"Describes life in a desert, including dust devils, cactuses, and canyons"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the characteristics of different kinds of deserts andthe plants, animals, and people that make their home in them.

Describes the climatic conditions, flora, and fauna of the desert, and explains that some people find it habitable and others profitable for its mineral riches.

Explores different desert environments around the world and describes the plants, animals, and humans that live in them.