Description Some of the world's most beautiful places are in danger of being lost to both natural and human-caused threats, but there may still be time to save them. This thought-provoking book takes readers on a journey around the world, looking at some of the most at-risk places on our planet. Colorful photographs and accessible text help readers understand the problems at hand and what is being done to try to combat them. This informative volume focuses on key environmental issues and encourages readers to be globally conscious..