Not all heroes wear capes... ...But some do have impressive costumes, amazing masks and astonishing super-human abilities. This book showcases more than one hundred real-life superheroes, bona fide boffins, awe-inspiring athletes and sublime scientists and celebrates their astounding accomplishments. From the fearless firefighters who tackle blistering blazes to deft doctors that save lives on a daily basis, the world is crammed full of incredible people and the staggering things they've achieved can inspire us all.

Mountains exist on every continent and in almost every country. But did you know that the longest mountain range on the planet exists deep beneath our ocean's surface? Or that some of the most marvellous mountains are on other planets and moons? This book takes readers on an adventure, exploring some of the planet's most iconic mountains and hostile landscapes, as well as the animals and plants that call mountains their home. You can build your own encyclopedia with A Ladybird Book. Other titles available in this series: The Ancient Egyptians Animal Habitats Baby Animals Climate Change Electricity The Human Body Insects and Minibeasts Planet Earth Rainforests The Romans Sea Creatures The Solar System The Stone Age Trains Trees Volcanoes Weather Windrush