Gaines, Ann

Describes the adventures of conquistador Hernando de Soto, providing background on his early life and discussing the ways Spain's search for wealth dramatically changed North America.

An illustrated biography of Theodore Roosevelt, discussing his early life in New York, his work as a philanthropist, his entry into politics, his marriages and family, his assumption of the presidency after the assassination of President McKinley, and his subsequent re-election.

Chronicles the life and career of children's book author Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss, who wrote "Green Eggs and Ham, " "The Cat in the Hat, " and "The Grinch Who Stole Christmas.".

Photographs and easy-to-follow text explore the music, culture, and history of hip-hop; and discusses artists, fashion, rivalries, and other related topics.

A biography of the stand-up comedian and actor, discussing his sexual abuse as a child, his subsequent battle with depression, and his work in clubs, on television, and in films.

Explains how chemist Wallace Carothers assisted in the discovery, development, and distribution of nylon in the mid-twentieth century.

Surveys the history, geography, government, economy, and people of Kentucky.

Traces the life of the frontier settler and Texas defender who died in the attack on the Alamo, including information on his early days and his effect on American frontier culture.

Details the history and cases of private investigators and bounty hunters and discusses their fictional representations in novels, short stories, motion pictures, and television shows.

Discusses the history and philosophy of incarceration and examines conditions in American prisons and such related issues as prison reform, riots, prisoners' rights, and more.