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Text and photographs introduce readers to different types of spiders and their behavior.

"Debunking myths about spiders, this book takes an extremely close look at creatures that have both fascinated and terrified humans. An introduction explains what makes spiders unique. Then ten species are highlighted with incredible electron micrograph photographs and surprising facts. From diving bell spiders that live in bubbles underwater, to spitting spiders that shoot venomous wads of spit at their prey, to black widows and wolf spiders, this...

Inheriting a spider-shaped ring from her grandmother, Maria discovers that she possesses a very useful ability to communicate with and control spiders before catching the attention of the magic-hungry "Black Widow.".

Bear cares about keeping his house clean and tidy almost as much as he cares about his stuffed friend, Ursa, so he is determined to find the spider building messy webs there.

Commissaire Adamsberg investigates the death of three men linked by their childhood at an orphanage in Nimes, all killed by the venom of the recluse spider, in the new novel by the #1 bestselling French crime writer. “A wildly imaginative series.”The New York Times. “Adamsberg is a terrific creation and his team of misfits a joy to watch in action.”Peter Robinson, New York Times bestselling author of the Inspector Banks series. A murder in...

The last surviving member of David Bowie's band The Spiders From Mars, which helped launch his Ziggy Stardust persona, shares stories and photographs, offers details of the album sessions, and recalls the rock and roll excess that drove the band apart.