Burgan, Michael

A look at popular culture in the United States from 1960 through 1979, discussing music, fashion, entertainment, and more.

A biography of J. Pierpont Morgan, one of America's greatest bankers, financiers, and founder of U.S. Steel and General Electric.

An abridged version of the classic "Frankenstein, " the tale of a monster assembled by a scientist from parts of dead bodies who seeks revenge on his creator, narrated by Wishbone the television dog, with information about the author and setting of the story, and a list of characters.

A biography of ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius that discusses his education, travels, teaching, philosophical thoughts, and other related topics.

"Explores the life of a colonial carpenter and his importance to the community, as well as everyday life responsibilities, and social practices during that time"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the background and history of Afghanistan, explaining where the country is located, and how it has been affected by war and the Taliban.

Examines the history and culture of the Inuit of the Arctic and sub-Arctic regions of North America, the effects of European expansion, diseases that decimated the Native population, attempts at claiming the land and promoting assimilation, and the struggle to maintain their culture and tradition.

A biography of the twenty-seventh president of the United States, discussing his personal life, education, and political career.

A biography of the seventeenth president of the United States, from his humble beginnings as a tailor in North Carolina through his controversial term as the first post-Civil War president and beyond.

A biography of the thirty-fifth president of the United States, who served from 1961 until his assassination in 1963.