heads of state

Investigates ethnic conflicts in Africa and discusses how they are a result of calculated tyranny, not age-old hatred.

Presents a brief biography of Fidel Castro and the events of the Cuban Revolution which brought Fidel Castro to power in 1959.

Examines the life and violent death of the Roman general and statesman who founded a line of emperors to inherit his power and his name.

A biography detailing how Gorbachev rises through the ranks of the Communist Party and becomes the leader of the Soviet Union.

A Russian biography of Krushchev, containing new information on his private and political life.

Presents the text of the tragedy in which Brutus, best friend of Julius Caesar, destroys himself when he reluctantly joins a plot to murder the Roman ruler; and includes an overview of the playwright's life, world, and theater; a selection of dramatic criticism; a stage and screen history; and a list of recommended readings.

Presents a brief retelling of Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" designed for elementary level readers.

Examines the life of Roman military and political leader Julius Caesar, discussing his early years, motivations, accomplishments, and lasting influence on the course of history.

Examines the life of German leader Adolf Hitler, discussing his childhood, motivations, accomplishments, and influence on the course of history.

Presents a comprehensive biography on the life and experiences of Simon Bolivar who is considered to be the liberator of South America, and chronicles his childhood and accomplishments, as well as his impact on history.