Examines the life and leadership of Abdullah bin al-Hussein, elected king of Jordan in 1999 following the death of his father, and discusses the challenges he faces as a diplomat in a very volatile region of the world.
Describes the life and novels of the nineteenth century British author, Jane Austen, known for her vivid portrayals of ordinary people in such novels as "Pride and Prejudice", "Emma," and "Sense and Sensibility.".
This book investigates the volcanic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in the year 79 and explains how the eruption brought an end to life in Pompeii but also preserved the city for nearly 2000 years.
Looks at the life of British explorer Mary Kingsley, focusing on her experiences after she decided to buck tradition and travel to the Congo in 1893, and discussing her studies of the fish and people of the West African country.
Explains the lasting impact the Treaty of S?vres had on the world, discussing how the borders created by that treaty more than seventy years ago continue to be a source of conflict today.
Presents a brief profile of Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel, whose family perished under Nazi tyranny; and chronicles his lifelong fight against racism and injustice.
Examines the life and career of Ronald Reagan, discussing his childhood and education, his years as an actor, his entry into politics, and his achievements as the fortieth president of the United States.
A biography of the Amelia Earhart, the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic ocean, who disappeared in the Pacific in 1937 while attempting to fly around the world.
