Streissguth, Thomas

An account of the daily life experienced by the various social classes and occupational groups of ancient Egypt.

Contains essays which present various positions concerning the handling of toxic and nuclear waste.

An account of the impact of the Civil War on the North, including the views of individuals about the War.

Narrates the events leading up to the massacre which marked the end of a long succession of wars between whites and Indians, and concludes with a description of the battle itself.

A biography of Benjamin Franklin, discussing his various careers in colonial America, including printing and inventing, and examining his role in the American Revolution.

Presents a short biography of Senator John Glenn from his childhood in Ohio, his service in the Air Corps during World War Two and Korea, participation in the space program, and years in the United States Senate.

Provides information on the history and duties of the FBI, the NSA, the CIA, and the Department of Homeland Security. Includes color photographs and Internet sites for additional information.

A biography of the Swedish diplomat who rescued thousands of Hungarian Jews from the Holocaust.

Profiles the life of legendary athlete Wilma Rudolph, describing how she became a gold metalist at the 1960 Olympic games after, earlier in her life, she was told she would never walk.

Offers facts and information about stress management, providing alphabetically arranged entries that discuss exercise, meditation, performance anxiety, treatment, and more.