juvenile literature

Traces the history of mankind's venture into outer space from the first attempts at flight to the sending of human beings to the moon.

Presents the events in the Revolutionary War leading up to the Battle of Trenton and describes that clash and its aftermath.

Discusses the history, rulers, and culture of ancient Egypt.

A biography of the Chinese Communist leader stressing his influence on the history and culture of modern China.

A biography of the three sisters who as Mrs. H. H. Kung, Mme Sun Yat-sen, and Mme Chiang Kai-shek exerted more influence upon United States policy toward China than almost "any other person or persons in this century.".

Color photographs and text describe everyday life in the American colonies.

Captioned illustrations and brief text describe life in ancient Egypt.

An account of how and why Mount St. Helens erupted in May 1980 and the destruction it caused, and a discussion of the return of life to that area.

Examines the history, geography, natural resources, agriculture, and transportation systems of Peru.