Nardo, Don

Surveys the known history of King Arthur, the legends and lore surrounding him, his treatment in literature, and the possible historical background of his associates and stories.

A collection of essays that examine how the Great Depression affected the social, political, and economic atmosphere of the United States.

Describes the War of 1812, including its prelude, battles and campaigns, conclusion, and aftermath.

Discusses the geography, history, people, and culture of Greece and its significance in the world today.

Discusses the drafting, composition, symbolism, ideas, and influence of the Declaration of Independence.

Discusses the Roman Empire's rise to greatness as well as its eventual decline and fall brought about by increasingly dramatic military, economic, and social changes.

Presents a biographical sketch of this fourth-century Greek philosopher before focusing on his trial and conviction and its legacy.

Discusses the history and people of Japan from the late 19th century to the 1990s.

Examines the origins of the U.S. presidency and how it fits into the American system of government, as well as the many roles the president plays.

Discusses various aspects of the debate over capital punishment, including its use as a deterrent to crime, discrimination and the death penalty, juveniles on death row, and the morality of this sentence.