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Examines the psychological effects of the Vietnam War on the men who fought in it, comparing them with those of the soldiers in the Iliad.

Young readers will learn about the origin of armies in ancient times and the army of the future.

Draws on Homer's "Odyssey" to illuminate the real problems faced by combat veterans reentering civilian society.

Introduces the Greek god Ares and explains his importance.

The six teens of Recon Team Angel, genetically modified and having spent years mastering alien culture so that they can talk, act, and think like their enemies, now have their target in sight but time is running out to save humanity and themselves.

On May 17, 1968, a group of Catholic anti-war activists burst into a draft board in suburban Baltimore, stole hundreds of Selective Service records (which they called death certificates) and burned the documents in a fire fueled by homemade napalm. The Catonsville Nine became international news and were defended by radical attorney William Kuntsler in federal court. This book, written by a Catonsville native, offers the first comprehensive account of this key event in the protests against the Vietnam War.

A companion text designed to provide support to students in the International Baccalaureate World History course.

Readers will learn about how Leonidas I furthered democracy while maintaining the prosperity of his people, even in the face of adversity.

"Compassionate Soldier illuminates some of the most fascinating and yet largely unknown stories of men and womenwhose humanity led them to perform courageous acts of mercy and compassion amid the chaos and carnage of war. Arranged by war from the American Revolution to the Iraq War and global in perspective, it features extraordinary stories of grace under fire from valiant soldiers and noncombatants whorose above the inhumanity of lethal conflict and chose compassion, even knowing their actions could put their lives and liberty at risk"--Amazon.com.

This compelling and thought-provoking fantasy set in the world of The Two Princesses of Bamarre, introduces a spirited heroine who must overcome deeply rooted prejudice---including her own---to repair her broken country.