Describes various ancient customs and traditions, such as the ducking stool, the maypole, and calling the hours, as well as the historic roots of holiday celebrations still followed.
Discusses the lives and contributions of ten influential scholars from the early years of scientific research, including Pythagoras, Archimedes, and Pliny.
Describes the enormous accomplishments of the Sumerians and Babylonians of ancient Mesopotamia in every scientific area, a heritage which affects our own everyday lives.
Discusses the theories of ancient Greek philosophers-scientists such as Ptolemy, Pythagoras, Hippocrates, and Aristotle, and describes some of the scientific discoveries attributed to the Greeks and their impact on modern science.
A biography of a former slave who was active in the anti-slavery movement, as a fugitive in Canada, a "stationmaster" on the Underground Railroad, a supporter of John Brown, and a recruiter for "black regiments.".
Traces the life and career of the African-American journalist and social activist who spoke out against the lynching of African-Americans in the South.
Contains essays that provide an overview of the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 60s, and discuss specific aspects of the struggle for freedom; and includes brief biographies of civil rights activists.
Explains what a settlement house is, describes its role in the lives of poor children who live near it, and tells how the settlement house movement is still being felt today.
