Slavicek, Louise Chipley

A brief biography of African American entertainer and activist Paul Robeson that highlights his degree in law, his transition to acting, and his legacy.

Examines the causes, conduct, and consequences of the Mexican Revolution, a social and political upheaval that erupted in 1910 and continued for nearly a decade.

An overview of the important events and individuals associated with producing and signing the Treaty of Versailles, including photographs, illustrations, biographical sketches, and excerpts from primary source documents.

Presents a biography of Alexander the Great,from his early days in Macedonia, to his trainning as a warrior-king, to his ultimate conquest of foreign lands and the creation of the greatest empire in world history. Includes bibliography, index, sidebars, and illustrations.

Profiles the life and career of Daniel Inouye, son of Japanese immigrants, who became the first Japanese American to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate.

This book presents a history of the nation of Israel and a discussion of how the history of that nation and of the Jewish people fuel turmoil in the Middle East today, especially the conflict between Palestinians and Israelis.

Provides an account of the devastating earthquake that struck San Francisco on April 18, 1906, and the resulting fires that left the city in ruins, tells how survivors coped with the disaster, discusses the rebuilding effort, and looks at what researchers have learned about earthquakes and how to predict them since the 1906 event.

Provides information about American women during and after the Revolutionary War, discussing prewar resistance, looking at the activities of patriots, camp followers, loyalists, and pacifists, and considering the lives of Native American and African-American women.

Describes the life and accomplishments of King David, who was a sheep herder in Bethlehem and became the ruler of ancient Israel.