Kluger, Jeffrey

Presents a comprehensive study of Jonas Salk and his years of research in the 1950s on finding a vaccine for Infantile Paralysis, and discusses the controversy that surrounded his work and experiments.

Describes one hundred recent discoveries in the realm of science divided by field.

Draws from science, psychology, sociology, and personal experience to explore the bond between siblings, discussing genetics, birth order, favoritism, gender, sexuality and other factors that influence the relationships between brothers and sisters.

Presents a comprehensive study of Jonas Salk and his years of research in the 1950s on finding a vaccine for Infantile Paralysis, and discusses the controversy that surrounded his work and experiments.

Profiles the men and women who are working in NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California to develop new technologies that will help scientists learn more about the solar system.

With the help of a magical stone from Africa, a thirteen-year-old slave travels to the battle of Vicksburg to clear her father's name and free her family from bondage.