history

Text and photographs trace the evolution of the written word, how the alphabet grew out of pictures, the development of papermaking, bookbinding, children's books, and more.

Presents the life of the Nobel Prize-winning British bacteriologists whose discovery of penicillin in 1928 revolutionized the treatment of disease.

A biography of the Nobel Peace Prize winner who showed us that a struggle can be waged without violence.

Text and photographs examine the development of the modern car in all its aspects and explores its social impact.

Discusses the history of the American flag, its symbolism, its role during various wars, its place as a motif in art, flag facts, and etiquette.

Text and cutaway illustrations depict how the crew lived beneath the ocean in a submarine during World War II and how they waged war on the ships above.

Fifty stories of scientists, their work, and their discoveries, together with library research activities, discussion questions, and suggestions for additional topics to explore.

Photographs and text tell the life story of the brilliant scientist who contributed key discoveries about black holes and the Big Bang while suffering from a crippling degenerative disease.

Presents anecdotes about the people and ideas behind history's great inventions, including stories about the origins of Silly Putty, Velcro, and the microwave oven.

Chronicles the major events and human interest stories of the 20th century. Includes many photos, illustrations, and an index.