The conditions that led to the Renaissance as well as the work of the writers, artists, dramatists and scientists who emerged during the era will be examined in this social history.
Briefly explores the rise and fall of the Soviet Union and the causes and effects of the end of the Cold War on both the United States and the Soviet Union.
Shares information on the history of torture and its current use today, including whether it is an effective way to root out information about terrorism.
Traces the history of Ellis Island, the place where immigrants coming to the United States were once processed, and discusses its significance to the American people.
People have believed in ghosts since ancient times and recently paranormal investigators have developed methods to detect evidence of the spirit world.
The American Revolution established the world’s greatest democracy and led to the rise of the most powerful nation on Earth. Through thoughtful narrative supported by fully documented quotes this title begins with A Brief History of the American Revolution and then examines these questions: How Did the Actions by the King and Parliament Give Rise to the Revolution? How Did the Battles of Trenton and Princeton Change the Course of the Revolution? How Did Assistance from France Help the American Cause? How Did the American Revolution Spark Change Throughout the World?.
