Amazon Adventure
Author(s): Sy Montgomery

Considered the lungs of the world, the Amazon provides a full fifth of the worlds oxygen, and every year unsustainable human practices destroy 2.7 million acres. What can be done to help? Thats where Project Piaba comes in.
Join the award-winning author Sy Montgomery and the photographer Keith Ellenbogen as they traverse the river and rainforest to discover how tiny fish, called piabas, can help preserve the Amazon, its animals, and the rich legacy of its people. Amazon Adventure is an eye-openingand ultimately hopefulexploration of how humanitys practices are affecting and shaping not only the Amazon, but our entire environment.

Review(s):
? Montgomery thoroughly mines the social and economic effects the piabas have on locals alongside an in-depth exploration of the Amazon river and its ecosystems. The science and sociology are interesting and unusual, and the narrative itself enthrallingA true-to-form installment in a valuable series.Booklist, starred review ? Another addition to a spectacular series, this is an eye-opening first purchase for science collections.SLJ, starred review Their trip is reported smoothly and illustrated with well-chosen photographsAn adventure that might help protect an ecosystem.Kirkus Color photographs (many underwater) and captivating, take-you-there storytelling immerse readers in the ecosystemAn expansive and engaging story of biological interconnectedness and beauty.Publishers Weekly

ISBN:9780544352995