Smalley, Roger

Presents a comic book version of the story of thirteenth-century explorer Marco Polo's journey to China, describing some of the things he saw while in the service of Kublai Khan.

Provides an account of Dolley Madison's role as a Washington hostess and First Lady, and discusses her bravery in remaining at the White House during the War of 1812, and saving Gilbert Stuart's life-size portrait of George Washington when retreat became unavoidable. Presented in graphic novel form.

Examines the birth, rise, and fall of the Aztec empire; its cultural practices and religious beliefs, including human sacrifice; and the Spaniards' eventual overthrow of the Aztecs.

Presents a comic book version of the story of thirteenth-century explorer Marco Polo's journey to China, describing some of the things he saw while in the service of Kublai Khan.