Rauf, Don

". . . [Covers] the contentious annexation of Texas that initiated the first armed conflict on foreign soil for the United States"--Provided by publisher.

"A book for teens about the culture and history of body piercing"--Provided by publisher.

Explores how DNA and RNA work together to design specific hereditary traits in individual humans, animals, and plants on our planet.

Explores the life of Canadian hockey player Sidney Crosby.

Teaches readers why public speaking can be such an effective tool, how to craft a powerful speech, and how to overcome one of the most common problems people have with talking in front of a crowd, stage fright.

This book teaches readers how to build a powerful portfolio no matter what career path they are on.

Text and color photographs explore the life and career of baseball player Miguel Cabrera.

Teaches readers what chemical engineering is and why it's so important in our daily lives, such as enabling solar panels to promote green energy and the creation of consumer products such as Post-It notes. Readers also learn how chemical engineering has helped in medicine, such as by advancing prosthetics.

"When it comes to social progress and sustainability, the Near East faces many challenges. In this region where three major religions, Christianity, Judaism, and Islam originated, Islam is the most widely followed. Religious differences have caused tensions throughout the regions history even among those of the Islamic faith. Religion is a driving force in the governments, and some leaders have used religion to justify authoritative control limiting democracy, individualism, and freedom. ... Nonetheless, some countries are progressing toward tolerance and greater personal rights. The Near East is also characterized by great economic differences, from very rich oil-producing countries to very poor nations experiencing political instability. ... Moreover, fresh water is scarce in this part of the Earth. Because of these religious, economic, and environmental issues, the Near East is weaker in terms of social progress and sustainability compared to other areas, but if balance and tolerance can be maintained, this area, which is rich in culture and religious history, may thrive and prosper"--Amazon.com.