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The World's Armed Forces

The World's Armed Forces

The World's Armed Forces

Pluto and other dwarf planets

2017
"The reclassification of Pluto in 2006 not only decreased the number of planets in our solar system by one but also introduced the new category of dwarf planet. Readers will come to understand what separates a dwarf planet from a planet, or for that matter from any of the other bodies found within the solar system. They'll learn about Pluto itself, as well as its fellow dwarf planets, Ceres, Makemake, Haumea, and Eris"--Provided by publisher.

The legend of Sleepy Hollow

2016
Washington Irving's scary Headless Horseman has become a notorious fictional character. This appealing book, highlighting a popular example of early American fiction, features fun facts about the legend and its author as well as carefully chosen photographs and illustrations. Readers will love getting to know Ichabod Crane, the superstitious schoolteacher; Brom Bones, his adversary; and the beautiful Katrina Van Tassel in this gripping retelling of the early nineteenth century story. Full-color photographs, Historical Context Overview, Fact Boxes, Glossary, For Further Information Section, Index.

A bird watcher's guide to goldfinches

2016
Simple text and illustrations explore goldfinches, including characteristics for spotting them in nature.

The legend of Sleepy Hollow

A superstitious schoolmaster, in love with a wealthy farmer's daughter, has a terrifying encounter with a headless horseman.

Cosmology

understanding the evolution of the universe
2015
This volume examines the historical developments in the field of cosmology, the evidence supporting the Big Bang theory, and the future implications of dark matter and an expanding universe.

The legend of King Arthur

2015
Stories of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table are rife with adventure and romance. People never tire of the many legendary exploits of the ancient king of Britain. However, readers might be surprised that many historians believe Arthur was a real person. This accessible volume includes some of the most famous tales of the legend as well as their foundations in both history and myth. Beautiful artwork and intriguing fact boxes make this a unique and valuable addition to any fiction or nonfiction collection. Full-color photographs, Fact Boxes, Historical Context Overview, Glossary, For Further Information Section, Index.

The Cheyenne people

2015
The remarkable Cheyenne have adapted to many changes throughout their history. In the 1700s, they shifted from an agricultural lifestyle to one focusing on hunting buffalo on the Great Plains. They had to adapt again in the 1870s after they were forced onto reservations. Readers will be introduced to the rich culture of the Northern and Southern Cheyenne through fascinating facts about their language, tribal societies, traditional clothing, and life on the reservations then and now. Historic photographs and colorful maps support the valuable insights into this important native people.

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