Read about the thrilling adventures of international expeditions to this wild region in "Beneath the Cloud Forests - A History of Cave Exploration in Papua New Guinea". This compelling narrative by Howard Beck was honored by the International Union of Speleology with an award in 2005. An account of adventure and exploration in one of the world's last remaining wild places: the primordial jungles of Papua New Guinea and the strange realm of the caverns that lay hidden beneath them. Since 1965, over 30 international caving expeditions have been fielded throughout New Guinea. The story unfolds like a drama, a compelling narrative of survival both above and below ground. By Howard Beck. 2003, Speleo Projects, hardbound. English, with numerous illustrations. 352 Pages, 64 color, with 31 maps.
On a mountain meadow high up in the alps, Jack the shepherd has lost his favorite goat, Lola. Ready to help, two cavers adventure into a nearby cave in hopes of rescuing her. You can join them on their journey, and find out what awaits them below. For the read-to or early reader ages. Adults will enjoy sharing or having this delightful caver story, too!
