Hicks, Peter

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You wouldn't want to live in a wild west town!

dust you'd rather not settle
Invites the reader to become the main character and revel in the gory, dark, horrific side of life throughout important eras in history, including the Wild West.
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The Aztecs

Examines the history, work, family life, and culture of the Aztecs.
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Gods & goddesses in the daily life of the ancient Romans

Explores the religion of ancient Rome, focusing on how particular gods and goddesses were part of, and honored in, the everyday lives of the Roman people.
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Troy and Knossos

1996
Describes the Aegean civilizations and the archaeological efforts to excavate the ancient cities of Troy and Knossos.

The Age of Castles

How Castles were Built
1999
Describes the design, construction, and uses of various types of castles in Europe and in other parts of the world. Includes instructions for building a castle out of simole household material.

Documenting women's suffrage

2010
Examines factual and interesting approaches to women's suffrage using primary sources to their fullest potential by including stirring speeches, fascinating articles, and period photography.

Lance Armstrong

racing hero
2011
A brief biography of American racing cyclist Lance Armstrong that discusses his upbringing in Texas, his professional success and achievements, his battle with cancer, and the impact he has made on the world around him.

Troy and Knossos

1997
Describes the Aegean civilizations and the archaeological efforts to excavate the ancient cities of Troy and Knossos.

Documenting the Industrial Revolution

2010
Text and primary source documents, such as newspaper articles and personal accounts, provide an overview of the Industrial Revolution and explore the positive and negative changes it brought.

Pompeii and Herculaneum

1996
Explores the ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, describing the eruption of Vesuvius in A.D. 79, efforts at excavation, and archaeologists' discoveries about the daily life of Romans.

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