"Engaging images accompany information about the lost city of Atlantis. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students ingrades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

Presents the story of Atlantis, the legendary lost island, and debates whether or not it really existed.

"An exploration of the legend of the lost island of Atlantis. Features include maps, reconstructions of Atlantis, links to other cultures, places to see and visit, a glossary, and index"--

"First described by Plato, the idea of Atlantis has existed since 360 BC! Learn about the history of the Greek god Poseidon's relationship with the kingdom and the real research that's been done by historians and scientists who are trying to locate Atlantis. Featured in plenty of movies, books, and comics, Atlantis is still relevant in popular culture today...but does it really exist? Find out all the facts we do know about it in this exciting book"--...

Examines the legends of several centuries concerning the existence of Atlantis and describes the recent discovery of ruins on an island in the Aegean Sea which closely resemble Plato's description of the lost island.

Discusses Atlantis, the mysterious missing continent believed tobe located off the western coast of Africa.

Describes the legends of the lost city of Atlantis; investigates historical theories about Atlantis and discusses their possibilities; and details examples of Atlantis being referenced in art and literature.

More than 2,300 years ago, the Greek philosopher Plato wrote about a glorious ancient city that sank without trace beneath the waves. Ever since that time people have wondered where this lost city, Atlantis, might be and whether it actually existed. Students will thrill as they learn about the different theories of, and search efforts for, this mythical city.