The Highest Waterfall

The Story

Whether naturally occurring or crafted by human hands, the places on Earth that bear the distinction of being the longest, deepest, tallest, and so on inspire awe and wonder. The 'Extreme Places series examines the fascinating facts behind the world's longest river, highest mountain, tallest building, and more. In addition to describing the characteristics and present condition of these unique places, books in the series discuss efforts to reach or identify the most extreme point in naturally occurring phenomena and the challenges of building such extreme structures. Full-color photographs, glossaries, and bibliographies enhance these valuable learning tools. The Angel Falls on the Carrao River in Venezuela is die most extreme waterfall on Earth. 'The Highest Waterfall investigates this incredible 3,212-foot cascade, the forces that created it, and the amazing plants and animals that thrive within this natural wonder.