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How fat was Henry VIII?

and 101 other questions on royal history
2008
Discusses various historical facts about royalty, discussing eccentricities, inventions, odd behaviors, murderous acts, and other characteristics of figures such as Charles II, Henry VIII, Mary I, and George III.

Very New Orleans

a celebration of history, culture, and Cajun country charm
2006

Our 50 United States and other U.S. lands

2007
Summarizes fifty United States as well as other United States lands focusing on their major historical events, and pre-existing Native American tribes. Includes information on endangered wildlife for each state and statehood organizations along with sidebars on significant people and places.

Can you hear a shout in space?

questions and answers about space exploration
2001
Provides answers to commonly asked questions about space exploration, including "Which was the first living being in space?" and "Do you grow taller or shorter in space?".

The great North American prairie

2004
Contains a collection of stories, poems, and essays that explore American prairies and includes writings by authors that include Georgia O'Keefe, Louise Erdich, and Carl Sandburg.

The California coast

2005
A collection of stories, essays, and poems from the California coast focusing on life, wildlife, and native people.

The North Atlantic coast

2005
A collection of stories, poems, journals, and memoirs describing life along the ocean shore from Newfoundland to Delaware.

Ancient Rome

2002
Questions and answers introduce the clothing, food, language, religion, and other aspects of daily life in Ancient Rome.

Train of states

2004
Gives information about each state, including capital, motto, state tree, state bird, source of name, and date of statehood.

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