BOOKS by Margaret Poynter

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1	Wildland fire fighting more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Describes the dangers and devastation of fires in forests, plains, and other wilderness areas, and the strategies used to fight such fires. see all copies from $7.00! first editions
2	Too Few Happy Endings: The Dilemma of the Humane Societies more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Discusses the critical problem of pet overpopulation and stray animals; the humane societies, animal shelters, and individuals that deal with it; and its effect on each of us. see all copies from $1.99! first editions
3	The Uncertain Journey: Stories of Illegal Aliens in El Norte more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Tells the stories of eleven South Americans, Central Americans, Mexicans, and Caribbean Islanders who entered the United States to work as illegal aliens and overcame many physical and financial ordeals. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Voyager: The Story of a Space Mission more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Discusses the planning, development, and launching of the Voyager 2 spacecraft and what happens to the data it transmits to earth. see all copies from $1.99! signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
5	Cosmic Quest: Searching for Intelligent Life Among the Stars more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Describes the work of the SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) Project, founded by an international group of scientists committed to finding some signs of intelligent life beyond the Earth. see all copies from $1.99! first editions \| SVS
6	Frisbee Fun more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist The history and techniques of playing with a plastic disc designed to be thrown and caught. see all copies from $1.99! first editions \| SVS
7	Under the High Seas: New Frontiers in Oceanography more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Discusses folklore, exploration, and composition of oceans; their use for transportation and as a source of food, oil, minerals, and energy; and international law concerning oceans. see all copies from $1.99! first editions \| SVS
8	Marie Curie: Discoverer of Radium more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Marie Curie is the most famous woman scientist of all time. Together with her husband, Pierre, she discovered the elements of polonium and radium, and helped to ascertain the phenomenon of radiation. For her pioneering work, Curie was honored with a Nobel Prize award in 1903 and again in 1911. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $32.56! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Gold Rush!: The Yukon Stampede of 1898 more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Recounts the Klondike gold rush of 1896-8 and both the greed and heroism of the people inflamed with gold fever. see all copies from $1.99! first editions \| SVS
10	Volcanoes, the Fiery Mountains more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Discusses the formation of volcanoes, the eruption of such famous ones as Paricutin and Krakatoa, the ring of fire, the usefulness of volcanoes, and volcanic areas of the United States. see all copies from $1.99! first editions \| SVS
11	Miracle at Metlakatla: The Inspiring Story of William Duncan, a Missionary more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist A biography of the Christian missionary who helped the Tsimshian Indians establish a new home in Alaska. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $99.00! \| first editions
12	The Jimmy Carter Story more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! first editions
13	The Leakeys: Uncovering the Origins of Humankind more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Profiles the lives of Louis and Mary Leakey and their dedication to the study of human evolution. see all copies from $1.99! first editions \| SVS
14	What's One More? more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist The author's story of her experiences as a pet rescuer, sharing her home with stray, unwanted, and abused dogs, nursing ill and injured dogs back to health, and finding permanent homes with caring owners for her charges. see all copies from $1.99! first editions
15	The Racquetball Book more books like this by Margaret Poynter, Terry Andrues (Photographer), Don Meyer (Photographer) add to wishlist Introduces the game of racquetball, its equipment, clothing, rules, techniques, and some of its champion players. see all copies from $1.99! SVS
16	A Time Too Swift more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Living in San Diego on the verge of World War II, fifteen-year-old Marjorie is confused by her romantic feelings for a handsome serviceman and her changing attitude toward the Japanese neighbors she has known all her life. see all copies from $1.99! first editions
17	Search & Rescue: The Team and the Missions more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Describes the work done by teams in southern California conducting search and rescue operations in the mountains. see all copies from $1.99! first editions
18	The Zoo Lady: Belle Benchley and the San Diego Zoo more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Presents the career of Belle Benchley whose 25 year career as the director of the San Diego Zoo began with a temporary job as a bookkeeper. see all copies from $1.99! signed copies \| first editions
19	Killer Asteroids more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist -- Exciting topics perfect for the reluctant reader. -- High-interest science books lavishly illustrated with color photos. -- Each book contains chapter notes, a further reading list, and an index. see all copies from $1.99! first editions
20	Top 10 American Women's Figure Skaters more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Presents brief profiles of some of the best women figure skaters in the United States, including Tenley Albright, Linda Fratianne, Dorothy Hamill, Michelle Kwan, and Kristi Yamaguchi. see all copies from $2.10!
21	Earthquakes: Looking for Answers more books like this by Margaret Poynter add to wishlist Describes what is known about earthquake predicting and also discusses causes and measurements of earthquakes and tsunamis. see all copies from $1.99!
22	Crazy Minnie more books like this by Margaret Poynter, David Sherrod add to wishlist After her parents are killed in an accident, Karen is sent to Los Angeles to live with her grandmother who is called "Crazy Minnie" by the kids in the area. see all copies from $1.99!

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