Crompton, Samuel Willard

A biography of John Elway, a quarterback for the Denver Broncos, discussing his childhood, influences, and career path, and sharing details of his personal life and accomplishments off the field.

An overview of the important events and individuals associated with the Scopes Monkey Trial that details how and why John Scopes was accused of violating Tennessee state legislature by teaching Charles Darwin's theory of evolution in a high school classroom; and features photographs, illustrations, biographical sketches, and excerpts from primary source documents.

Describes the life and achievements of Alexander Graham Bell, who is credited with inventing the telephone in 1876 and was one of the founding members of the National Geographic Society. Includes a time line and resources.

A brief biography of the life, career, and achievements of professional football player Peyton Manning.

Offers a brief overview of the life of football star Barry Sanders that discusses his childhood, education, seasons as a running back for the Detroit Lions, NFL records, and other related topics.

This book presents the city and empire of Ancient Rome, from its rise to its fall. Readers will learn how Romans lived their daily lives, as well as the accomplishments they contributed that continue to influence the world today.

Text and illustrations look at the life of thirteenth-century Venetian merchant and explorer Marco Polo.

Introduce your readers to a stellar talent. There is no question that Langston Hughes was one of the brightest lights of the Harlem Renaissance. A true pioneer, Hughes was one of the first poets to draw on the syncopated rhythms of jazz and black urban dialect for his work, and it proved transformative for American poetry. With a looser lyrical style reminiscent of Walt Whitman, Hughes used his art to portraying the experiences, concerns, and consolations of black men and women. As a poet, playwright, and novelist, he was impressively prolific, leaving behind a body of work truly worthy of study and celebration.

An account of the Battle of Waterloo which includes the historical background and phases of the battle as well as the aftermath.

Looks at the civil rights movement, focusing on the March on Washington, discussing its impact on the nation's history.