Profiles the architectural characteristics of 500 buildings constructed over the last 5,000 years, from prehistoric cave dwellings in Turkey to the most modern buildings designed for the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. Traces the impact of new ideas on the scope of human construction and provides key facts, figures, and dates for all 500 buildings. Includes full-color photographs throughout.
Chronicles the history of civil unrest in the 1960s, looking at the causes and expression of anger over racism, the Vietnam War, equal rights, and other issues, and discussing the effects of those protests.
An illustrated history of harbors and ports and how they have developed over the centuries. Charts the progression of harbors from the time of Roman rule ca. 150 C.E. through the present day. Includes an overview of world trade and a timeline of shipping through the ages.
Traces hockey's history from its first indoor contests in 1875 to the present. Discusses advances in equipment, the history of the Stanley Cup, and key teams, players, and personalities in the sport's history.
Traces the history, evolution, and adaptations of Islam and discusses how the religion is perceived in the modern world. Features full-color photographs throughout.
Discusses how a variety of people and scientists learn about the world through their observations and experiments. Features informative text, full-color photographs, a glossary, and a list of resources for further study.
Focuses on a wide range of viewpoints on the issue of slavery today, providing in-depth discussions by leading advocates. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations to contact offer a gateway to further research.
the story of the greatest all-girl swing band in the world
Nelson, Marilyn
2009
Colorful images and song lyrics tell the story of the Sweethearts of Rhythm, an all-girl swing band that performed across the country during World War II.
Presents the story of the discovery of the lost city of Pompeii buried in an eruption by Mount Vesuvius. Describes the excavation in the 1730s led by Rocque Joachin Alcubierre and Karl Jacob Weber. Discusses subsequent excavations that turned the ancient city into a tourist attraction by the early nineteenth century.
