Conklin, Wendy

More men lost their lives during the battles of the Civil War in four long years of fighting than in any other war involving the United States; in the end, the South surrendered, but everyone actually lost.

Benjamin Franklin was a man of many talents; constantly working to make things better for the colonists both before and after independence and he was also a great writer, contributing to both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution.

From the Vikings to Henry Hudson, the great explorers sailed across uncharted waters during the Age of Discovery in search of many things including adventure and wealth.

An introduction to the Mayas, Incas, and Aztecs that discusses their beliefs, customs, cities, rulers, and the Spanish overtaking of the civilizations.

Provides an overview of the military career of Robert E. Lee, renown for being the leader of the Confederate Army during the American Civil War.

A brief overview of the life and military career of Ulysses S. Grant, general-in-chief of the Union army during the Civil War and eighteenth President of the United States.

Illustrations and simple text describe the functions, accomplishments, and important people associated with the early congresses of the United States, and covers taxation without representation, the first Continental Congress, and other related topics.

A brief biography of former first lady and human rights activist Eleanor Roosevelt that discusses her childhood, marriage, and life during and after the White House years.

Offers an introduction to the Cold War, focusing on the government leaders that influenced the war and its outcome.