new york (state)

"A basic survey of "The Empire State," exploring its early history, its plant and animal life, some of its well-known residents, and fun places to visit such as Niagara Falls"--Provided by publisher.

A superstitious schoolmaster, in love with a wealthy farmer's daughter, has a terrifying encounter with a headless horseman.

Presents a retelling of the story of a man in the Catskill Mountains who falls asleep for twenty years and awakens to a much-changed world.

Contains profiles of twelve women from New York who showed remarkable strength, courage, and creativity in the face of adversity; and discusses the lives of Sybil Ludington, Harriet Tubman, Emily Warren Roebling, Mary Burnett Talbert, and others.

Sixteen-year-old Phoebe cannot help but wonder if she will suffer chronic depression like her mother and her recently-deceased uncle, who shared her passion for rock-collecting, until the terrifying experience of being lost in a cave provides the answer.

Discusses the land and climate, economy, government, and history of the state of New York.

Presents thousands of fascinating facts about New York, on such topics as, the land, the people, business, entertainment, sports, art, crime, and more.

An examination of the Battle of Oriskany in upstate New York, a largely forgotten turning point in the American War of Independence. Includes tactical analysis, as well as background on three cultures in the fight: the Iroquois, the Patriot Palatine, and the Loyalist British.