Slavicek, Louise Chipley

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.

Examines the lives and society of the Puritans in New England from the time of their arrival on the Mayflower at Plymouth in 1620, discussing religion, work, health and medicine, and the Puritan home.

An exploration of the role of women during the Civil War that describes their work as nurses, soldiers, scouts, spies, and saboteurs; provides information on significant individuals; and examines the experiences of women in the North and South as well as African-American women on both sides of the conflict.

Discusses what Confucianism is, the life, times, and teachings of Confucius, and the spread and practice of Confucianism in modern times.