new jersey

Provides an overview of the state of New Jersey, covering its history, geography, economy, people, and points of interest.

When fourth grader John and his sister Lisa move into an old house in Princeton, New Jersey, they find it haunted by the ghost of a Hessian soldier from the Revolutionary War and try to reunite him with the ghost of his beloved horse.

Describes the history of New Jersey, one of the thirteen original English colonies, including its early explorers, first settlements, and life in colonial America, and includes information on how New Jersey became a state.

An introduction to New Jersey that provides information on the state's earliest settlers, history, geography, famous residents, cities, celebrations, and population.

Back in Grover's Corners, N.J., for the summer, Henry and his partner Midge establish a baby sitting service and find a disappearing child and a peacock among their charges.

Discusses the geographical, historical, and cultural aspects of New Jersey and New York. Includes maps, illustrated fact spreads, and other relevant material.

Following the Revolution, an eleven-year-old boy becomes the captive of a ruthless man who has set up his own "nation, " supported by piracy, on a remote part of the New Jersey coast.

A teenager summering in Grover's Corner, New Jersey tries various moneymaking endeavors and finally runs a rodeo.

Bounty hunter Stephanie Plum, office manager Connie, and file clerk Lula, motivated only by a strong desire to save their jobs, set out to rescue their boss and Stephanie's cousin, Vinny, who has been kidnapped by the mob for not paying his gambling debts.

Examines the history, geography, cities, recreations, and industries of the Garden State.