When Charlie's older brother Joe is called up in 1942, Charlie learns about the tedium and dangers of war through Joe's letters--and his brother's bravery in dealing with a spy as D-Day approaches, finally gives Charlie the strength to stand up to the local bully.
Describes how two close friends Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster created the comic book character known as Superman and how years later had to sue to gain their rights for payment in the production of Superman comic books and films after they had lived in poverty for decades. Illustrated.
When Charlie's older brother Joe is called up in 1942, Charlie learns about the tedium and dangers of war through Joe's letters--and his brother's bravery in dealing with a spy as D-Day approaches, finally gives Charlie the strength to stand up to the local bully.
Describes the life of a medievel knight, their weapons, armor, how a boy becomes a knight, castle life, legends about knights, and modern knights including actor Sir Ian McKellen and actress Dame Judi Dench.
Explores the myths and legends about cowboys, along with cowboy gear and clothes, cattle drives, and famous cowboys including Bill Pickett, cowgirl Annie Oakley, and film star John Wayne.