Presents an illustrated history of the writers and photographers who exposed the ugly side of life in America, such as dangerous conditions in Chicago's stockyards and the poor treatment of patients in insane asylums, with information about modern versions of muckrakers and a glossary.
Presents an illustrated history of the women who played crucial roles at home and overseas during WWII, including those in the Women's Army Corps "Rosie the Riveters, " nurses, and USO volunteers, with information about peoples' attitudes toward the new roles they played and a glossary.
Presents an illustrated history of the women who played crucial roles at home and overseas during WWII, including those in the Women's Army Corps "Rosie the Riveters, " nurses, and USO volunteers, with information about peoples' attitudes toward the new roles they played and a glossary.
Examines the life and misdeeds of German leader Adolf Hitler, discussing how his racist vision led to the murder of millions of Jews and other people he considered inferior, and looking at the costs of the war he instigated.
Presents the biography of Henry VIII, second monarch of the House of Tudor, who was married six times, unified Wales and England, and was known for executing people with beheadings, including two of his wives.