Describes with photographic illustrations and text, how doctors and public health investigators work to unravel the mysteries surrounding unusual symptoms, unexplained poisonings, and outbreaks of rare or previously unknown diseases.
Describes the men and women who fought in the Vietnam War, the kind of war they fought, and the distress and difficulty they suffered on their return to the United States.
Examines piracy on the high seas providing readers with insight into the past and its many legacies. Sidebars and time lines also offer a wealth of additional information as well as provide launching points for further discussion and study.
Examines the lives of people who were involved with the Pony Express, from its origins in the spring of 1860 to its demise with the invention of the telegraph.
Presents an overview of terrorism, and examines terrorist recruiting and training methods, how terrorism is financed, counterterrorism, and how nations are dealing with terrorism.
A biography of Al Capone, discussing his early life, how he became involved in crime, and his activities during prohibition, and providing information about his family, prison time, and legacy.
