Alamosa Public Library

Presents a brief history of the submarine as an attack weapon, with emphasis on the most modern Seawolf class which includes the USS Seawolf, the USS Connecticut, and the USS Jimmy Carter.

After a gruesome discovery escalates America's involvement in a naval war in the South China Sea, U.S. President Douglas Surber must choose to take a stand against evil or save the life of his daughter, who is stationed aboard a U.S. submarine tender.

A simple introduction to different kinds of underwater vehicles and how they are used.

"From the very first submarine in 1620 to the defense systems and weaponry used on modern submarines, this book uses diagrams, stories, and dramatic imagery to present a fascinating history of submarines and the technology used to operate them."--Provided by publisher.

An adaptation of the 19th-century science fiction tale of an electric submarine, its eccentric captain, and undersea world which anticipated many of the scientific achievements of the 20th century.

"A German submarine has torpedoed the steamship Maiden! The damaged ship is an iron island in the sea. The Oliver family arrives to repair the vessel. When the Germans return to sink the ship, they capture Samuel's father and uncle. Can Samuel rescue his family?"--Back cover.

"Have you ever seen a submarine? They are boats that can dive deep underwater and stay there for an extended period of time-sometimes as long as six months. Readers of this engaging text will learn just how this is possible. They will discover the different parts of a submarine, from the periscope at the top-used to look out at the surroundings above the water-to the engine room, which powers propellers that allow the submarine to glide through water....

"Submarines introduces readers to the technologies that make working and living under the sea possible" --

"Brilliant marine architect Hannah Bryson has been given a priceless opportunity. A U.S. maritime museum has just acquired the former pride of the Soviet fleet,the decommissioned submarine Silent Thunder, for public exhibition. Hannah must inspect every single inch of this legendary nuclear attack sub and design modifications that will make it safe for the thousands of expected visitors. Enlisting the aid of her brother, Connor, they examine the enormous...

When a collision between the Tempest D, a top-secret U.S. submarine, and a Chinese sub leaves both subs trapped under the Antarctic ice, a U.S. military team code-named L.A.S.E.R. is sent on a perilous rescue mission under the polar icecap.