For millions of people, the words "National Geographic" conjure scenes of exotic lands and customs as captured by the daring photographers who traveled the world to record these images on film. Here, for the first time ever, author Sharon Guynup reveals the inside stories of 15 of National Geographic's most intrepid photographers and their adventures—from tracking tigers and swimming with sharks, to escaping quicksand and surviving a bout of flesh-eating bacteria, to gaining insights from living with locals all over the world. Tour rugged landscapes with Bill Allard; witness seldom-seen moments in the lives of women worldwide with pioneering photographer Jodi Cobb; meet inspiring people who persevere amid the chaos of war, alongside Deghati Reza. On the go with these busy photographers, you'll experience the joys and considerable challenges of traveling the world for a living.