Wagner, Heather Lehr

A history of the nation of Iran and a discussion of how that history factors into the current politics of the Middle East.

Documents the history of the events surrounding the outbreak of the Civil War, and describes the 1861 battle at Fort Sumter; the opposing views on slavery, politics, and the future policies of the United States; and includes a chronology and time line.

Contains stories of men and women who became spies for the Union or Confederacy including Elizabeth Van Lew, Belle Boyd, and Rose O'Neal Greenhow.

Recounts the events of October 1962, when the Soviet placement of missiles in Cuba brought both nations to the brink of nuclear war before John F. Kennedy and Nikita Khrushchev negotiated an end to the standoff.

Offers a brief study of the history and responsibility of the United States Supreme Court; and examines its powers and rulings.

Chronicles the history and development of the Republican Party since it was founded in the 1850s by a group of men who advocated homesteading, high taxes on imported goods, and limits on the spread of slavery.

Examines the power and responsibility of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and describes their missions and how changing technology has aided in those missions.

Examines the power and responsibility of the office of President of the United States and how the President's role has changed over the years.

Traces the origins of the Democratic Party, discussing key figures, conventions, platforms, and its organization.