Croy, Anita

Explores the history of ghosts and poltergeists, including the origins, traditions and superstitions around the world, and more.

What types of crimes are constructed on the dark web? This question and many more are answered in this engaging exploration of cybercrime.

Readers are invited to learn more about lobbyists as they explore informative text on this important political topic.

Readers will discover about this unique part of American politics as they explore some of the most famous filibusters in U.S. history, including recent filibusters by Wendy Davis and Nancy Pelosi.

Did you know that a Roman women was executed in the 1600s for selling a poisonous lipstick that women kissed their husbands to death with? Or that women painted their teeth and nails with radium for a special glow? From Cleopatra to Carole Lombard, Madam C.J. Walker to Madame de Pompadour, Elizabeth I to Elizabeth Taylor, and geishas to flappers, the history of makeup has many exciting, and some deadly moments. This fascinating book is sure to attract fans of history and science. The history of entrepreneurship, commerce, and beauty standards give context to some of the most bizarre stories of beauty around.

Provides a history of hair care, from ancient times to the early twenty-first century.

A look at the history of makeup, including details about bizarre and deadly trends.

A look at the history of skin care, including details about bizarre and deadly trends.

Provides a history of hair care, from ancient times to the early twenty-first century.

A look at the history of food habits, including details about bizarre and deadly trends.