Surveys the Sacramento River and Valley history, describing early Indian tribal life, exploration by the Spanish and by American trappers, the influx of settlers brought by the discovery of gold, agricultural problems and growth, and irrigation and flood control projects.

Traces the Mississippi River from its source near Canada to the Gulf of Mexico and discusses its towns, wildlife, and role in slavery and the exploration of America.

Traces the source of the Colorado River in the Never Summer Range of the Rocky Mountains and describes the natural and human history along the river as it journeys toward the waters of the Gulf of California.

An overview of the Ganges River, one of the largest waterways in the world, valued not only for trade and irrigation, but for its religious importance to Hindus.

Describes the course of the Nile River from its source in central Africa to the Mediterranean Sea and people who have explored it, civilizations it has fostered, efforts to control it, and more.

An overview of England's famous river, describing its physical features, history, agriculture, industry, transportation, towns, pollution, and future.