heads of state

Looks at how the lives of John Winthrop, governor of Massachusetts, and Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector of the Puritan Commonwealth in England, were intertwined at a time of conflict between church and state and between Native and European Americans.

Tells the story of Hitler's life and his social and political philosophy.

Presents a brief biography of Adolf Hitler, providing information on his youth as a frustrated artist, his rise to power, his role in the Second World War, his hatred for the Jews, and his impact on the world.

A biography of the man who transformed China from a culture steeped in ancient traditions into a revolutionary communist state.

A biography of German dictator Adolf Hitler describing his childhood, involvement in the First World War, rise to power during the 1930s as the head of the Nazi Party, and his plan for a master race and world domination.

Presents an account of Julius Caesar's life, from birth to death, and explores his impact on history and the world.

A biography of the president of Cuba, Fidel Castro, discussing his childhood, family, revolutionary activities, and role as leader of his country since 1959.

An illustrated biography of the leader of the Soviet Union, including a chronology of important dates in his life and a glossary of political words.

Describes events in the last days of Adolf Hitler before he committed suicide in a bunker during the Russian shelling of Berlin.

Examines the life and misdeeds of Russian leader Joseph Stalin, discussing how his efforts to turn the Soviet Union into a world power led to the displacement and deaths of millions of people.