Draper, Allison Stark

This book describes what people wore in the days of the Civil War, discussing Union and Confederate uniforms, women and children's clothes, and slaves' clothes.

Describes the fifteenth century voyages taken by Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama who furthered his nation's power by expanding trade routes to India.

Describes the education and training it takes to become a fighter pilot, and provides information on aviation history, flight training, women pioneers such as Jackie Cochran who became the first female transatlantic bomber pilot, and more.

Traces the history of the horse, describes various breeds, explains how to prepare horses for the trail, and points out possible dangers when riding.

Describes the sport of kayaking, the equipment and gear needed, maneuvers, and safety.

This book describes what people wore in the days of westward expansion, discussing the styles of the pioneer men and women, the trappers, and the cowboys.

Discusses the pros and cons of hydroelectric power, including an overview of its history in the United States and other countries' attempts to balance electric needs and the environment.

Presents volume six of an eight-volume series on political assassinations, and chronicles the life of civil rights leader, Malcolm X, the events that led to his murder in 1965, the controversy over who murdered him, and his association with Louis Farrakhan.

Presents an overview of polio, covering its history, scope, diagnosis, treatment, research, and prevention; and includes a glossary, a bibliography, and a list of related organizations.

Briefly surveys the Revolutionary War and describes the battle at Yorktown which forced the British to surrender and ended the war.