united states

"This authoritative guide delivers in-depth reportage on the history of remarkable objects from the Smithsonian's collections"--Provided by publisher.

Chronicles the cultural history of spoken word poetry in the United States, and details its evolution from its roots in twentieth-century New York to its twenty-first-century development due to technology and social media. Includes black-and-white photographs.

Explores the story of Jerry Yellin, a captain of the U.S. Air Force who flew on the last official mission of World War II, over Iwo Jima after the atom bombs were dropped on Japan.

Provides critical overviews of novels from various cultures and time periods. Includes discussions of plot, characters, themes and structure as well as the work's cultural and historical significance.

Alex Rogo, who manages a failing manufacturing plant, receives an ultimatum to improve the situation and--with assistance from a mysterious helper--finds a new, unconventional way to do business that reveals a way to coordinate everybody's work.

An introduction to the industrial revolution in the United States, covering early advances, steam power, the assembly line, the iron and steel industries, and more. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

When Hero De Vera arrives at her uncle's home in America after escaping the dangerous political upheaval in the Philippines, he doesn't ask for details about her past. Neither does his wife. But their daughter can't resist asking about her aunt's damaged hands. Slowly, the family's first American-born daughter, learns about her family's past and their hope in the possibility of the American dream.

Explores the hidden costs of war in America's war on terror since 9/11, including mismanaged money, abuses of power and truth, invasions of privacy, and corruption.

An introduction to the Vietnam War, covering leaders, battles, protests, and more. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Revealed are the stories of Vietnam veterans and their children who have served in Iraq. Their stories examine the pride, challenges, fears, and the myriad of emotions they have experienced during and after deployment.