Looks at people, track, and machines of the Daytona 500, the unofficial opening event of North America's stock car racing season, from 1959's photo-finish to the early races of the twenty-first century.
Presents an illustrated account of the siege of the Alamo in 1836, which pitted American frontiersmen against the Mexican Army, and discusses the role of the conflict in winning the independence of Texas. Includes a time line and resources for further study.
Discusses the origins and evolution of automobile racing, as well as important events and key personalities in the history of this competitive pastime.
Chronicles the history and accomplishments of the Texas Rangers, introduces key players and personalities associated with the team, and includes photographs, statistics, fun facts, and a time line.
Chronicles the history and accomplishments of the Washington Nationals, introduces key players and personalities associated with the team, and includes photographs, statistics, fun facts, and a time line.
Chronicles the history and accomplishments of the Kansas City Royals, introduces key players and personalities associated with the team, and includes photographs, statistics, fun facts, and a time line.
Chronicles the history and accomplishments of the San Francisco Giants, introduces key players and personalities associated with the team, and includes photographs, statistics, fun facts, and a time line.
Explores the stadium, uniforms, managers, and historic players of the Pittsburgh Pirates baseball team; provides a time line, fact list, and glossary; and explains how baseball is played.
