Traces the progression of the Battle of Thermopylae, during which 300 Spartan soldiers fought to the death in order to keep tens of thousands of Persian soldiers from invading Greece. Features black-and-white and full-color illustrations throughout.
Describes the life and career of Salma Hayek, discussing her start as an actress on a telenovela, work as a producer, activism, role in "Frieda, " family, and more.
"After Titanic sank in 1912, adventurers dreamed of discovering its last resting place. Seventy-three years later, this dream was finally realized. Follow the determined souls on their journeys to find history's most famous doomed ship"--Back cover.
"The crew aboard the 'Titanic' was prepared to keep the impressive ocean liner running smoothly. From the lookouts in the crow's nest to Captain E.J. Smith, follow Titanic's crew members as they complete their daily responsibilities, come to terms with the ship's fate, and make life-and-death decisions in the ships's final disastrous moments"--Back cover.