history

Discusses the potato famine that struck Ireland in 1845, resulting in the starvation deaths of over a million Irish citizens, the displacement of thousands, and the immigration of over one million to America and Australia.

From Acosta, Gaspar de (fl. 1683-1686) to Zoby, Joseph (fl. 1678-1683) includes articles on individual pirates, geographical terms, and other related topics.

Discusses the deaths of twelve-year-old Crown Prince Edward V of England and his younger brother who mysteriously disappeared during the War of the Roses.

Provides concise information on over 800 types of military aircraft.

A survey of all civil, sporting, and commercial flying machines. Contains 3,000 illustrations.

Describes the struggle for civil rights for African-Americans in Mississippi, from the time of slavery to the signing of the Voting Rights Act in 1965.

Episodes in American history from the perspective of those working for change.

Photographs and text describe the Maasai relationships, customs, and beliefs.

Discusses the role of Hispanic Americans in United States history, highlighting the many contributions made by Hispanics in various fields.