history

Presents over four hundred twenty full-color and over one hundred thirty additional photographs of classic toys, vintage ads, and patent drawings as well as stories behind the creation of such treasures as the hoola-hoop, Barbie, GI Joe, Slinky, and other dolls, games, trucks, wagons, and building sets.

Examines the events surrounding the Memorial Day 1889 Johnstown Flood in Pennsylvania, the human factors that contributed to the destruction and death, and more.

Examines the role of the knight in the Middle Ages, looking how they were trained and armored, and other aspects of their lives, and discusses developments in how castles were constructed and defended.

Traces the history of baseball in the Negro Leagues and its great heroes, including Monte Irwin, Buck Leonard, and Cool Papa Bell.

Ekundayo, a Dogon spirit brought to America from Africa, inhabits the body of a young African American slave on a Virginia plantation, where he experiences loss, sorrow, and reconciliation in the months preceding the Civil War.

A collection of stories and statistics describing the history and legend of the home run providing brief profiles on some of the game's greatest long ball hitters including Babe Ruth, Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Mickey Mantle, and Frank Robinson.

An account of how the Underground Railroad helped slaves to escape to freedom before the Civil War.

Describes how ancient Egyptians worked with stone, glass, metal, wood, and clay; how they made cloth and leather; what sorts of fine art they produced; and what kinds of sports and games they played, presenting color photos of artifacts and excerpts from songs and works of literature.

Photographs, quotes, and facts celebrate the history of professional baseball, highlighting key players, teams, ballparks, and moments that have shaped the game.