Bailey, Katharine

A photographic examination of muscle cars, two-door, mid-sized coupes with large, powerful engines that were popular between 1964 and 1971, discussing their design, style, and power, and looking at the muscle car revival of the 1980s and early 2000s.

Explores the life and adventures of sixteenth-century Portuguese explore Ferdinand Magellan, and describes his voyages and mission to discover a westward passage from Spain to the Spice Islands.

A brief biography of the fifteen-century European explorer, Vasco de Gama, who opened up trade between Europe and India.

Profiles the early explorations of Pierre-Esprit Radisson and Medard Chouart des Groseilliers, French explorers and fur traders during the seventeenth century, describing their discoveries that led to the creation of the Hudson's Bay Company.

Examines the history and development of sport bikes from the mid-1800s and the various types of sport bike racing including motocross and off-track extreme.

Describes the quest for India led by explorer Vsco da Gama in 1495 and he arrives there in July of 1497. Discusses the difficulties of the voyage, the spice trade, and additional expeditions where he and his crew face extreme violence. Is accompanied by colorful illustrations and photographs.

Explores the life and adventures of sixteenth-century Portuguese explore Ferdinand Magellan, and describes his voyages and mission to discover a westward passage from Spain to the Spice Islands.

Showcases dream cars of all kinds, including sports cars, luxury cars, retro cars, and SUVs.

Discusses the era in Detroit's car-making history known as the age of the muscle car.