In the spring of 1994, Mauro Prosperi took part in a grueling six-day race called the Marathon of the Sands. On the fourth day of the race, a sandstorm struck! Would Mauro make it out of the desert alive? Lost in a Desert is a heart-stopping collection of captivating, first-person accounts about what it’s like to be lost and forced to survive in a desert. The book also includes general information about the world’s deserts and the fascinating plants and animals that live in them. Large color photos, maps, and fact boxes enrich the exciting survival tales. Written in narrative format, this book is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats.
