history

Profiles threatened animals around the world and discusses why they are in danger and what is being done to save them.

Takes a look at the facts and philosophy of racing, and tells the stories of the rivalries, subplots, and behind-the-scenes intrigues that drive racers to train and race in the Boston Marathon.

The story of the Eastman Kodak Company and its contributions to science, art, and popular culture.

Explains the role of telecommunications in the world, showing the path of a telecommunications network, and exploring the manifestation of the phenomenon in telephones, the telegraph system, radio, television, and computer communications.

Describes scientific discoveries that took place between 1550 and 1900, examines the development of the scientific method, and discusses the impact of science on people's views of their world.

Discusses the historical setting of the witchcraft trials in colonial Salem, Massachusetts, with background information on the Puritans.

An analysis of the power structures in early American society, religion, and politics from 1620 to 1670, looking at the influence of English theorist Sir Robert Filmer who advocated a system of paternal power, and the beginnings of Enlightenment thought espoused by John Locke.

Focuses on events precipitating the Revolution, as well as events during and just after it.

A brief history of the kingdom of the Yoruba people of Africa.

Depicts the history of the West African Songhay empire.