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Examines McCarthyism, the anticommunist crusade that swept America in the late 1940s and 1950s, discussing its origin, how it operated, and its effect on American society.

Offers a brief introduction to the life and times of frontiersman Davy Crockett.

Presents an illustrated biography of astronaut and congressman John Glenn, who became the first American to orbit the Earth in 1962 and the oldest person to fly into outer space in 1998.

Examines the life and career of President Barack Obama, an Illinois senator and rising star in the Democratic Party, discussing his parents, the experiences that influenced his outlook on life, his education and work as a community organizer and lawyer, his entry into politics, and his views on several political issues.

Describes the life of Connecticut's Roger Sherman, including his involvement in the drafting of the Declaration of Independence, the creation of the three branches of government, and America's religious freedom.

Describes the life of Virginia's Richard Henry Lee, including his role in the Second Continental Congress and the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

A biography of former Senator John Glenn, who orbited the earth in 1962 and became the oldest man to go into space in 1998.

A biography of Davy Crockett, focusing on his childhood years and how he grew to be a freedom fighter at the Alamo.

Discusses the origins of Congress, the members of Congress, how Congress works, and notable debates and acts of Congress.

A simple, illustrated biography of one of America's most famous pioneers and soldiers.