Nardo, Don

Describes the daily life of pilgrims in the Middle Ages, analyzing why they went on pilgrimages and what they hoped to accomplish.

Discusses the life and work of the seven Greek thinkers considered to be the first true scientists of the western world. Included are Democritus, Plato, Aristotle, Theophrastus, Archimedes, Ptolemy, and Galen.

Discusses the contributions of various rulers of ancient Rome, including Fabius, Marius, Caesar, Cicero, Augustus, Nero, Constantine, and Justinian.

An exploration of kinetic energy that discusses the energy of motion, atoms, waves, light, and global catastrophes. Includes a glossary and a list of resources.

Photographs and text discuss the concept of democracy as it has developed in America and abroad.

Explores drone aircraft technology used by the United States military.

Presents a history of ancient Greece, discussing religion, government and family life.

Young readers are introduced to the mythical origins of the gods and humans; the adventures of the mighty Heracles (Hercules); the exciting Trojan War; and three timeless tales of love.

Explores and analyzes the historical context and significance of the iconic Dorothea Lange photograph of a migrant mother and her children.

Chronicles the early battles of the Civil War, from Bull Run to Gettysburg, highlighting key developments, events, and people who shaped the war's earliest battles.