Roberts, Jeremy

A biography of the fourth president of the United States, who helped ensure ratification of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

Chronicles the successes and challenges the Beatles faced on their rise to stardom. Discusses the lives of each band member, and the band's legacy. Features color photographs, a glossary, and articles from "USA Today.".

An alphabetical presentation of the major figures, places, stories, objects, and themes of Chinese mythology.

Discusses the cultural influences that make young people want to lose weight, and describes the dangers that often come with diet pills and misused herbs and supplements. Also includes a glossary and lists of related books and organizations.

Tells the life story of Italian dictator Benito Mussolini, describing his childhood in northern Italy, early exposure to politics, creation of the Fascist Party and rise to power in the 1920s, repressive regime, relationship with Adolf Hitler, and actions during World War II.

Chronicles the history of scientific research on the laws of motion, discussing the discoveries of ancient civilizations, Ptolemy, Copernicus, Kepler, Galileo, Newton, Einstein, and others, and the geometry of space. Also includes a glossary and lists of books, and Web sites.

Looks at the life and political career of Franklin D. Roosevelt, the only president in U.S. history to be elected to four terms, discussing his youth, marriage, and service to the country during the Great Depression and World War II.

Examines the life and performance of golfer Tiger Woods.

Introduces the sports of rock and ice climbing, describing the history, equipment, safety tips, and outstanding performers.