manners and customs

Describes the eruptions of Mt. Vesuvius and the resulting destruction of the cities of Herculaneum and Pompeii, and draws from archaeological evidence to analyze Roman lifestyles.

Explores the civilization of the Vikings, discussing their epic voyages, festivals, and daily lives.

Since the settling of Jamestown, Virginia, more than 350 years ago, Christmas in America has been evolving. From Massachusetts to New Mexico, from Florida to Alasks, Americans celebrate the holiday each year with vim and vigor, and being an ingenious lot, continue to think up new variations on old themes, mingling religious convictions and folk customs into something distinctly American. Over 140 Colorful pictures and home spun text tells of America's earliest christmases, the mixing of various cultural tradition through the centuries, and christmas as it is observed today.

A brief introduction to Swedish Americans, their historical backgrounds, customs and traditions, their impact on society, and life in the United States today.

Provides a simple overview of the heritage, customs, and beliefs of Italian Americans and presents the accomplishments of some well-known Italian Americans.

Provides information on the background, heritage, and traditions of Irish Americans.

Brief introduction to German Americans, their reasons for immigrating to the United States, customs and traditions, and their impact on American society.