A biography of Walter Payton, a running back for the Chicago Bears, discussing his childhood, influences, and career path, and sharing details of his personal life and accomplishments off the field.
A biography of Joe Montana, a quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs, discussing his childhood, influences, and career path, and sharing details of his personal life and accomplishments off the field.
Examines the civil rights movement of the twentieth century, and discusses Jim Crow laws and segregation, desegregation of the schools, sit-in's and freedom rides, the march on Washington, and more.
An introduction to the late Middle Ages that identifies the era's defining characteristics, examines the political, social, and cultural trends of the period, and explores its impact on the modern world.
"Allows readers to use critical thinking to create informed opinions on where they stand on the issue of military might and global intervention"--Provided by publisher.
Examines the mysterious disappearance and presumed death of pilot Amelia Earhart, analyzing the evidence and suspects, probing unanswered questions, and offering conclusions.
Provides information about Godzilla, an invented prehistoric monster that has appeared in approximately two dozen Japanese movies, discussing its origins, construction and operation, popularity, characteristics, and longevity.
Provides first-hand accounts of alleged encounters with "Bigfoot" from thousands of reported sightings. Discusses their physical characteristics and behaviors which range from shyness to viscous attacks. Laws have been created to protect Bigfoot in the state of Washington.