Streissguth, Thomas

Examines the concept of isolationism, in which a country limits its involvement in world affairs, looks at the role of isolationism in the history of the United States, and discusses related people, court cases, and events.

Presents volume eight of an eight-volume series on Holocaust Biographies, and examines the role that Raoul Wallenberg, a Swedish businessman, played in rescuing thousands of Jews from Hungary.

Discusses the authorship, character analysis, historical background, plot, and themes of Beowulf.

Text and illustrations present detailed information on the geography, history and government, economy, people, cultural life and society of traditional and modern Columbia.

Discusses various leaders of religious groups and cults.

Presents various articles about the causes and conduct of the Civil War from the Confederate viewpoint.

Text and photographs introduce street-style skateboarding, describing competitions, equipment and protective gear, and moves, such as the ollie and the kick flip.

An introduction to vert skateboarding, explaining what it is, discussing equipment and safety, and looking at some of the sport's tricks and moves.

Explores the controversy over media bias, discussing the history of the American media, events that have shaped the issue, and each side of the debate.

Provides an overview of the history of welfare and welfare reform in the United States, shares opinions on the topic, and includes a look at welfare law, a chronology, biographical profiles, a glossary, and a guide to further research.