united states

Examines key choices made by American presidents and their advisors during the final stages of each major conflict from World War I through the war in Iraq to reveal why the United States seems poorly prepared for the aftermath of major conflicts.

A biography of American regionalist painter Grant Wood, looking behind Wood's self-proclaimed plainness to reveal his complexity, discussing his classical training, time in Paris and Munich, relationship with his parents, and sexuality.

Offers gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning students advice on how they can adapt to college life, with tips on finding a homosexual-friendly school, evaluating campus policies, dealing with homophobia on campus, finding support on campus, and more.

Describes the marriage of Franklin Delano and Eleanor Roosevelt, discussing the challenges and controversies the couple endured, and examining the claim that their union was maintained for political purposes.

A biography of Frank Sinatra that focuses on how the singer altered the way people listened to, thought about, and appreciated music, describing his unique musical style and his legendary popularity.

A collection of Marilyn Monroe's written artifacts, such as notes to herself, letters, and poems, in her own handwriting and accompanied by intimate photographs.

A resource for teenagers, containing guidance and strategies for coping with and preventing stress in different aspects of life, including schoolwork, family life, and friendships.

Examines the concept of federalism, a system in which powers are shared between state and federal governments, looks at the role of federalism in the history of the United States, and discusses related people, court cases, and events.

A collection of more than one thousand recipes from chefs, food writers, and home cooks, including plum torte, flourless chocolate cake, fava bean salad, and more.

The Camel Club, a quartet of eccentrics dedicated to finding out what's really going on in America's government, becomes embroiled in an intriguing and dangerous mystery when the assassination of the U.S. Speaker of the House is linked to the death of the director of the Library of Congress's rare book room.