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Amazing predictions

1999
Describes predictions people have made that came true, including a 1979 airplane disaster, President Lincoln's dream of his own assassination, and the sinking of the Titanic.

Epidemic

2000
Discusses what an epidemic is, how it evolves, various causes and carriers, and efforts to prevent epidemics.

1200

2003
Surveys important occurrences in Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas around the year 1200.

800

2003
Surveys important events around the world at the end of the eighth century and the beginning of the ninth century.

Bicycling adventures

2002
Describes adventures in riding bicycles, including a history of bicycles and the adventures of long-distance cyclists.

Airplane adventures

2002
Describes adventures in flying airplanes, including history of the first airplanes, adventures of early pilots, and modern airplane adventures.

Hang gliding and parasailing

1992
Gives a short history of hang gliding and parakiting and explores these freefloating sports.

Landsailing

1992
Describes the sport of sailing on sand including information about its history, rules, techniques, equipment, safety tips, and competitions.

Lamborghinis

1996
Gives an overview of the history of the unique super car, the Lamborghini, describing some notable models.

Jaguars

1996
Gives an overview of the history of the stylish Jaguar, describing some notable models.

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