Since its beginning, the United States has been a nation of immigrants. Even before the first glorious ring of the Liberty Bell, America was a land of freedom and promise…

British explorers first arrived in North America in 1584. By 1607, the country had established its first permanent settlements on the continent. This title charts the growth of Great Britains…

This book briefly examines the geology and environment of deserts, as well as the people and animals who make them their homes.

Describes the crash of the Hindenburg airship in 1937, relaying the history of international airship flight and the events leading to the disaster, and explains what measures have been taken…

Recounts the life of the dedicated man who survived a difficult childhood, became a country lawyer, and as sixteenth president of the United States guided the country during the Civil…

An exploration of the Navajo Indians, discussing the nation’s relationship with Spaniards and settlers, culture, crafts, and more.

This book promotes new theoretical frameworks and research questions that seek to substantially advance knowledge of policing across internal and external organisational boundaries, specifically at the structural level of analysis…