Worth, Richard

Chronicles the lives and expeditions of Henry Stanley and David Livingstone as they unlocked many geographic secrets of Africa and traces the history of European colonialism on the African continent.

Examines poverty-stricken areas and groups and programs to alleviate poverty, including welfare.

Discusses what gangs are, how they have developed in the United States, their involvement in various criminal acts, and how the criminal justice system has dealt with the problem.

Details the pivotal battle of the Vietnam War.

Looks at the life and accomplishments of Saladin, sultan of the kingdoms of Egypt and Syria in the late twelfth century, discussing his conquest of Jerusalem, his efforts to unite the Muslims of Egypt and Syria, and his dedication to living according to the teachings of the Koran.

Traces the history of the Spanish conquest of the Incas in Peru, showing how they explored and then took over native cultures, creating Spanish colonies in the New World.

Explores the Harlem Renaissance, a reawakening of African-American culture, including literature, the arts theater, and music, motivated by a goal to achieve equal rights.

Profiles the life and career of the president of Chile.

Examines criminal cases involving homicide and explores the laws and techniques used to capture murderers, discussing collection of evidence, profiling, autopsies, and other related topics.