historic sites

Presents a humorous exploration of the historical events surrounding the assassinations of three United States presidents--McKinley, Garfield, Lincoln--and travels to various sites, monuments, and museums, examining the role of death and violence in popular culture.

Contains photographs and descriptions of over one hundred sites of natural, historic, and cultural significance around the world, and provides information on why they are endangered and what is being done to protect them.

"The Silk Road is as iconic in world history as the Colossus of Rhodes or the Suez Canal. But what was it, exactly? It conjures up a hazy image of a caravan of camels laden with silk on a dusty desert track, reaching from China to Rome. The reality was different--and far more interesting--as revealed in this new history. In "The Silk Road, " Valerie Hansen describes the remarkable archeological finds that revolutionize our understanding of these trade routes"--Provided by publisher.

Retraces the history and development of the most important cities of the ancient world, placing them in their historical and geographical context and analyzing what remains of their architctural and artistic treasures.

Historical and modern photographs depict how former Civil War battlegrounds have changed throughout history.

Photographs and text describe eleven ruins from around the world, including a royal burial ground in Ur, Iraq, Machu Picchu, Peru, and Stonehenge in England, and recounts the stories behind them.

Story of what William Zinsser found on an 18-month journey to 15 of America's most cherished sites.

A guide to historical sites of significance in the Mid-Atlantic States.

Traces the history of the National Mall in Washington, D.C., discussing its plan and structures, and considering how the concept of memorials and memorial space has changed since the nineteenth century.