Cooke, Tim

Explores the major battles of the first two years of the Civil War, in which the Confederacy advanced into the north and were largely victorious.

Explores the history and geological features of the St. Lawrence River, the most important river in eastern Canada; discusses its wildlife, people and communities, trade, and industries; and looks at the river as a source of water, power, and entertainment.

Describes the scientific causes and impact of the San Francisco earthquake in 1906, and explains how geologists predict earthquakes and how architects prepare for them.

Readers are introduced to the United States Marine Corps with intriguing facts and accessible language.

Members of the Air Force protect the United States high above the ground. Mesmerizing color photographs show the pilots in action. Engaging text explains the training soldiers undertake and the missions they go on.

Details the impact of the Civil War on civilian life in the North and South. Compares civilian quality of life in these regions and discusses how people on the homefront adjusted to the changing political and social landscape. Includes photographs, illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

introduces readers to the action packed lives of Navy SEALs using assessable language and intriguing facts.

Readers will learn about the amazing missions taken on by these brave soldiers. Thrilling photographs accompany engaging facts and the high interest text captivates even the most reluctant of readers.

Action packed photographs and fascinating text introduce readers to the United States Army Rangers. This volume includes real life stories of life as a ranger.

Describes life on the home front in the Confederacy and the Union during the American Civil War.