Land of the Lost Mammoths: A Science Adventure

Rating:
Summary: Thoughtful fun
Review: With LAND OF THE LOST MAMMOTHS, Mike Davis has created a truly unique combination of rollicking adventure, travelogue and science fact that is sure to appeal to a wide range of young readers and many older ones as well, all of whom will appreciate the wealth of information on subjects ranging from the composition of glaciers to the classification of proboscideans (that's "mammoths," for the uninitiated) to proper kayaking technique, set in a fast-paced narrative with action and cliff-hangers a plenty. MAMMOTHS is also a beautiful book in the physical sense, with a gorgeous cover, elegant illustrations and thick, creamy paper that makes it a pleasure to hold in one's hands and read.

A fine effort all around!