juvenile literature

Introduces mountainous Switzerland including its geography, history, industries, education, arts, and sports.

Examines the people and life of the contemporary Soviet Union.

Text and black and white photographs introduce the history, geography, people, and culture of Portugal.

Discusses the history, economy, culture, and future of Wyoming. Also includes a state chronology, pertinent statistics, and maps.

Discusses the history, economy, culture, and future of Hawaii. Also includes a state chronology, pertinent statistics, and maps.

Discusses the history, economy, culture, and future of Alaska. Also includes a state chronology, pertinent statistics, and maps.

Traces the life of the famous general who fought for the Confederacy in the Civil War.

A biography of the colorful Sam Houston who served America in many ways, but whose name is now inextricably linked with Texas.

Describes the history, people, and things to see in Manhattan, the heart of the city that is one of the world's most powerful financial centers.