Fradin, Judith Bloom

Chronicles the experiences of Solomon Northup after he was kidnapped from New York in 1841 and sold into slavery in the South.

Discusses volcanoes, why they erupt, the damage they cause, and what science can do to predict their eruptions, as well as provide true stories of encounters with volcanoes.

Presents a detailed account of Ellen and William Craft's daring escape from slavery in 1848, and describes the institution of slavery in the South along with the abolitionist movement and the Underground Railroad.

Looks at the science of hurricanes, describes some of the great storms of history, discusses hurricane predictions and warnings, and features eyewitness accounts and comments from hurricane survivors and workers.

Looks at Hurricane Katrina as a turning point in the history of the United States, describes the effects of the storm which struck New Orleans and coastal areas of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama on August 29, 2005, and discusses the lessons learned about how to respond to disasters.

An in-depth look at the science of volcanology, including a brief history of famous volcanoes, and the ability to predict eruptions.

Chronicles the 1804 expedition by Lewis and Clark into the unexplored territory gained by the Louisiana Purchase and their journey from the Missouri River to the Pacific Ocean.

Recounts the experiences of Solomon Northup, an African American man who was kidnapped into slavery and suffered through twelve years of bondage before being rescued from the Louisiana cotton plantation by friends from New York.

Contains first-hand accounts of tornadoes in the United States, explains why and how tornadoes happen, and discusses ways to stay safe.

Explains the science behind why droughts occur, provides accounts of some of history's worst droughts--with a focus on the Dust Bowl--and looks at how researchers are working to find ways to help humans survive such disasters.