Cole, Michael D

Presents the personal and public life of the man who came from a family of wealth and privilege, entered politics, and was elected president at age forty-three.

An account of the flight's challenges and triumphs, describing John Glenn's successful mission as the first American to orbit the Earth.

Describes the composition of Venus from its core to its atmosphere and explains how Venus is incapable of supporting life even though it appears to be similar to Earth.

Explores the seventh planet of our solar system, its composition, terrain, and unique features, as well as historical and current scientific explorations.

Explores the events that led up to the Titanic's shipwreck; includes accounts from several survivors who were aboard the ship.

Chronicles the events surrounding the nuclear meltdown at the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant just outside Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on March 28, 1979.

Describes the physical properties of the Sun, its relation to the other bodies in space, and its direct influence on life on Earth.

Illustrations and text provide information about Saturn, the second largest planet in the solar system, discussing its rings, moons, and atmosphere, and examining the history of Saturn exploration.

Explores the planet Pluto, including its atmosphere and composition, its early astronomical sightings, and its terrain.

Explores the planet Neptune, including its atmosphere and composition, its early astronomical sightings, and its terrain.