comic books, strips, etc

Two brothers, having been lost at sea while on a hunting trip, find themselves on a dangerous island in a village full of drum dancing and revelry.

Examines the practical and theoretical impact of capitalism, which dominates the globe and influences laws, wars, government, and personal relationships, and covers major social, economic, and political developments leading up to the twenty-first century.

A look at the careers of the three 2004 Rookie of the Year finalists: Lebron James, Dwyane Wade, and Carmelo Anthony, with photographs and statistics highlighting their careers and achievements.

Tells the life story of South African president Nelson Mandela in graphic novel format, covering his long imprisonment for his work to end apartheid.

On July 6,1881, in Moingona, Iowa, when a ferocious storm washes out the railroad bridges, fifteen-year-old Kate Shelley risks her life to prevent a terrible train disaster.

Focuses on the goddess of love and combines accessible graphic illustrations with thoroughly researched storytelling to recount her dramatic birth from the sea foam, her role in the Trojan War and more.

Discusses the life of George Washington Carver, covering his fight for obtaining an education, his work as a teacher, inventor, presidential adviser, and researcher with the U.S. Agricultural Department.

A biography of Cesar Chavez--famous for cofounding the United Farm Workers of America--written in graphic novel format, and describing his early life, education, and activist work.

A graphic novel retelling of the life of Booker T. Washington, discussing his years as a slave, education, creation of the Tuskegee Normal and Insustrial Institute, efforts to end segregation, and other related topics.

Introduces children to the life of Amelia Earhart, describing her accomplishments, flight training, and mysterious disappearance.