Sullivan, George

Examines the life, career, and personal characteristics of the man who served as vice-president for eight years under Ronald Reagan and was then elected to follow him as the nation's forty-first president.

Presents biographical sketches of twenty-nine athletes, describing their achievements, personalities, and backgrounds.

Explains the game of football, presenting its history and profiles of leading players.

A biography of Thomas Edison which uses his lab notes, business records, and personal recollections as sources.

Examines the training and operation of the specialized military units in the armed services of the United States and some of its allies.

Discusses the techniques of hitting a baseball, profiles some of the best hitters of the 1970's, and includes all-time hitting records.

A history of dirigibles, describing the most famous of them, their accomplishments, and their fates.

Discusses the history, weight classes, equipment, moves, and holds of boys' wrestling and explains how a match is scored and how team competition works.

Presents the history of aircraft carriers, including their role during war, life on a carrier today, and the current controversy concerning carriers.

Explains the game of football, presenting its history and profiles of leading players.