history

Discusses the origins, history, purpose, achievements, and future of the women's rights movement.

Chroncies the intellectual battles that occurred between the brilliant scientists and codebreakers of the Allies and the Axis powers in World War II, revealing the inside stories behind the weapons and technologies that determined the outcome of the war.

Introduces children to the culture, landmarks, practices, and history of ancient Maya, profiling archaeological discoveries that have helped researchers learn more about the civilization.

Traces the white man's conquest of the Indians of the American West, emphasizing the causes, events, and effects of the major Indian Wars leading to the symbolic end of Indian freedom at Wounded Knee.

Examines the history of genocide throughout the world, including the Holocaust, and explores the definition of the term, the importance of bearing witness, and the necessary steps to prevent it.

A history of numerous items of clothing and accessories including hats, shoes, and jewels.

In Missouri in 1863, twelve-year-old Juliet Bradshaw learns to rely on herself and her brother, a captain with Quantrill's Raiders, as she sees her family home burned, is imprisoned by Yankees, and then kidnapped by a blood-crazed Confederate soldier.

Profiles the life and work of inventor J. Robert Oppenheimer, describing his education and career as a physicist and his role as director of the Manhattan Project, as well as his personal life. Includes activities and related Web sites.

A collection of photographs and illustrations documenting the fashion trends of the flapper era, describing the dresses, haircuts, suits, and children's clothing that were popular in the years following World War I.

Explains how industrialization prompted the need for long-distance transportation in nineteenth-century America, and looks at the development of the steam locomotive, cross-country railroads, and the steamship.