Barrett, Norman S.

Overview

Works:	224 works in 634 publications in 2 languages and 33,602 library holdings
Genres:	Juvenile works Reference works Biography Maps Handbooks and manuals
Roles:	Author, Editor, Compiler

Publication Timeline

Most widely held works about Norman S Barrett

Norman Barrett, ringmaster : my life in showbusiness as told to Geoff Stevens by Norman S Barrett( Book )

Most widely held works by Norman S Barrett

Atlas of the Arab world : a concise introduction to the economic, social, political, and military status of the Arab World by Michael W Dempsey( Book )

12 editions published in 1983 in English and held by 784 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Pandas by Norman S Barrett( Book )

5 editions published between 1988 and 1990 in English and Spanish and held by 621 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Text and photographs introduce the giant panda in the wild and in captivity

Gymnastics by Norman S Barrett( Book )

8 editions published between 1988 and 1995 in English and Spanish and held by 566 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Looks at the history of gymnastics, describes examples of men's and women's events, and tells how to get started in gymnastics

Deserts by Norman S Barrett( Book )

10 editions published between 1989 and 1991 in 3 languages and held by 565 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Examines the kinds of deserts, the type of plant and animal life they can support, and facts and records concerning deserts

Polar animals by Norman S Barrett( Book )

4 editions published between 1988 and 1990 in Spanish and English and held by 560 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Find out what kinds of animals live at the North and South poles. Includes information on polar bears, penguins, sea animals and many more

Space shuttle by Norman S Barrett( Book )

8 editions published between 1985 and 1990 in English and Undetermined and held by 556 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Introduces the vehicle used to carry people into space and back again, telling how it works, what it is like inside, and what the crew does

BMX bikes by Norman S Barrett( Book )

6 editions published between 1987 and 1991 in 3 languages and held by 555 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Describes the bikes and bicycle riding, race

Monkeys and apes by Norman S Barrett( Book )

5 editions published between 1988 and 1991 in Spanish and English and held by 521 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Introduces, in simple text and illustrations, the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of a variety of monkeys and apes

Helicopters by Norman S Barrett( Book )

7 editions published between 1984 and 1991 in English and held by 509 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Briefly discusses types of helicopters, including their history, unusual facts, and a short glossary

Hurricanes and tornadoes by Norman S Barrett( Book )

10 editions published between 1989 and 1991 in English and Spanish and held by 509 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Describes how a hurricane or tornado happens, the damage caused, and precautions and defensive behavior

Sun & stars by Norman S Barrett( Book )

11 editions published between 1985 and 1991 in English and Undetermined and held by 509 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Describes the features of the Sun and other stars which make up the galaxies

Volcanoes by Norman S Barrett( Book )

4 editions published between 1989 and 1991 in Spanish and English and held by 505 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses volcanoes and their eruptions, geysers, hot springs, and volcanoes on other planets

Dolphins by Norman S Barrett( Book )

7 editions published between 1989 and 1991 in 3 languages and held by 505 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

An introduction to the characteristics and behavior of dolphins

Trucks by Norman S Barrett( Book )

5 editions published between 1984 and 1990 in English and held by 505 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Introduces a variety of trucks and the different types of cargo they carry

Bears by Norman S Barrett( Book )

8 editions published between 1988 and 1991 in English and Spanish and held by 502 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of different types of bears

Planets by Norman S Barrett( Book )

10 editions published between 1985 and 1991 in English and Undetermined and held by 501 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Describes the nine planets of the solar system and provides brief information on their discovery and exploration

Motorcycles by Norman S Barrett( Book )

5 editions published between 1984 and 1990 in English and held by 497 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Color photos and simple text introduce different kinds of motorcycles and racing contests

Aircraft carriers by Norman S Barrett( Book )

7 editions published between 1986 and 1990 in English and Undetermined and held by 487 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Photographs and simple text introduce the operation and enormous power of the largest warships in the naval fleet and the varied functions of the carrier, from floating airfield to submarine destroyer

Whales by Norman S Barrett( Book )

6 editions published between 1989 and 1990 in 3 languages and held by 459 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

An introduction to the characteristics and behavior of whales

Martial arts by Norman S Barrett( Book )

4 editions published between 1988 and 1991 in Spanish and English and held by 453 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Briefly recounts the history of the martial arts, identifies moves and stances, and discusses karate, kung fu, tae kwan do, Thai boxing, judo, ju-jitsu, and aikido