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Though Lyndon B. Johnson did not make the initial decision to enter the conflict in Vietnam, he accepted the burdens of the unofficial war when he took office. Through full-color…
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For millennia, humanity has looked to the stars with wonder and longing. The dream of taking flight and exploring the solar system was realized in the 1950s, when the first…
Frederick Douglass was one of the most pivotal figures in the abolitionist movement leading up to the Civil War and the end of slavery in the United States. Today, the…
This … book examines the steps needed to launch a career in the field of mobile app development, including the skills readers will need and education and training requirements –Amazon.com.
The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo ended the Mexican-American War and significantly boosted America’s nineteenth century territorial expansion. Using a lively narrative to recreate the drama of the war, the book…
This book uses graphic organizers to examine the competition for resources necessary for survival for members of the same species and among different species. Featuring twenty colorful graphic organizers that…
In this book, the spotlight shines on the band front, which are the non-playing members of the marching band. Readers step into the world of color guard units, drum majors…
The Air Force’s Special Tactics teams of combat controllers and pararescuers are trained for two primary battlefield missions: seizing enemy air bases and recovering injured personnel from hostile territory, often…
This biography traces the development and writings of one of the most influential philosophers of the Enlightenment. Using engaging narrative, it offers the reader a look inside the world of…
Baseball players have always looked for pick-me-ups to make it through the long season. In the late 1980s, however, some players began using banned and illegal performance-enhancing drugs. Starting with…
When the economy slows, a vicious cycle begins. People cut back on spending, so companies sell less and see their profits shrink. Workers are laid off, leading to even less…
Having disassociated themselves from an oppressive government with a strong central religion, the Founding Fathers of the United States acknowledged the freedom to practice one’s religion when writing the nation’s…
Tobacco is one of the most dangerous drugs because it is so addictive and so accessible to minors. This book teaches readers the harmful effects of tobacco through frank language…
Work as an undercover gang investigator is not for everyone. This career guide is for those young people who feel they have the physical and mental toughness and resourcefulness to…
Offers guidance and information concerning the issues of stress and anxiety in teenagers.
A look at the practices and instances of piracy in the modern day.
With environmental issues such as global warming constantly in the news, this is a timely examination of how human activities impact Earth. With twenty graphic organizers spread over five chapters…
The Islamic empire arose spectacularly in the 7th century and exercised influence over a large geographic area until its fall to Mongol invaders in the 13th century. The rulers, called…
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NCAA men’s basketball is always a hot sport because of the talented young players and exciting action on the court. However, history and tradition also play huge roles in the…
Students graduating from high school have a wide variety of options to consider for continuing their education. Most students regard college study as the next logical step toward building the…
Examines how members of street gangs, prison gangs, organized crime, and other secret societies use tattoos to communicate where they are from, who they are affiliated with, and their rank.
Takes a look at what causes depressions and what it means to be in one.
Today, there are more than 1.1 billion Muslims in the world. Even in the wake of this enormous growth, many of the practices established by Muhammad remain intact today. This…
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This book uses primary source materials to introduce young readers to sharpshooter Annie Oakley.
In 2006, an Australian computer programmer and former hacker named Julian Assange launched a website called WikiLeaks that he claimed would change the way governments worked. Assange envisioned the website…
Presents the history, geography, government, economy, and people of Montana, as well as general facts about the state.
An overview of the history and culture of Chile and its people including the geography, myths, arts, daily life, education, industry, and government, with illustrations from primary source documents.
An overview of the history and culture of Sweden and its people including the geography, myths, arts, daily life, education, industry, and government, with illustrations from primary source documents.
Founded in 1792 by Thomas Jefferson as the party of the common man, the Democratic Party dominated American politics until the 1850s. At a time when the Civil War was…
Traces the process and influences behind the writing of Robert Louis Stevenson’s novel, Treasure Island, which was published in 1883 when the horrors of piracy were fresh in the public…
In this series, readers will discover how six of the world’s most important styles of governance came to exist. Each volume identifies the essential elements of a political system, and…
In some parts of the world, earthquakes are a serious threat to cities and towns. Their destructive power and unpredictable nature give them the power to bring about widespread devastation…
We live in a world that has a heightened awareness and deep concern about terrorism. Interesting antiterrorism-based careers are experiencing a boom, including the role of cyberterrorism expert. Cyber attacks…
The election of President Barack Obama was a watershed moment in American politics. This book examines Obama’s historic presidential victory while also looking back at the U.S. Civil Rights Movement…
Ritalin is considered by some to be one of the most overprescribed drugs. This book investigates the benefits versus the drawbacks of Ritalin use (both legal and illegal) and the…
The American League Central division was created in 1994. The realignment of the league did a lot to revive rivalriesand create some new onesamong teams located in the American heartland…
The American League Central division was created in 1994. The realignment of the league did a lot to revive rivalries and create some new ones among teams located in the…
From 1995 to 2005, the Atlanta Braves were the perennial National League East division champions. Today, however, parity has made this division one of the most interesting and competitive in…
