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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.