20th century

Describes what it was like to live in the Great Plains during the 1930s and discusses how dry weather and dust storms affected the area.

In 1966, when his father's attempted suicide causes the ostracism of the family in their small Montana community, fourteen-year-old Nate copes with his sadness and anger by trying to win the school science fair.

Presents the details of fifty scandals in American history between 1906 and 2000, including what happened, who was involved and what they had to say, and the effect on American culture and events.

An anthology of short stories by thirty-four contemporary British writers.

An overview of the Harlem Renaissance that explores the people, events, and accomplishments that shaped the era and its impact on the African-American community.

In 1972 in Seattle, a teenager in a Japanese American family struggles for his own identity, along with a group of three friends who share his anger and confusion.

Biography of British Prime Minister Winston Churchill discussing his life, career, and importance in history.

In 1978, when her restless father moves the family to Racine, Wisconsin, fourteen-year-old Libby quickly becomes friends with neighbor Angie, but there is something strange about Angie's stepfather and when Libby learns the truth, she must make a very difficult choice.

A comprehensive guide to the life, times, and influence of Martin Luther King Jr., discussing his childhood, schooling, nonviolent-resistance influences, inspirations, link with the Black Power movement, private life, and other related topics.