Crompton, Samuel Willard

Traces the movements of Native peoples of North America from 20,000 B.C. to the twenty-first century, looking at ten geographically and culturally disparate regions; and provides information about the traditions, skills, beliefs, art, technology, and other aspects of Native American life.

Describes the lives and achievements of the Wright Brothers, who are credited with the invention of the airplane in 1903.

Traces technological developments in the history of the repeating rifle and examines how it has revolutionized weaponry and warfare.