This overview shows the many ways in which women contributed to colonial America with their bravery, compassion, and intelligence. Though women did not have the same political or legal rights as men, they played an important role in the early development of the United States. Features well-known figures such as Molly Pitcher as well as lesser-known heroines.
Documents women's struggle to gain the legal right to vote during the suffrage movement. Details the major developments during this period and reveals how the suffrage movement impacts women today.
Presents the history of the women's rights movement, discussing the issues, events, and people involved. Includes photographs, fact boxes, a chronology, a glossary, and further resources.
Examines maritime piracy in recent times with case studies and analysis, and describes who the pirates are, how they operate, and the steps being taken to stop them.
Describes ecological problems in Africa such as soil degradation and desertification, threats to wildlife and native plants, pollution, and water shortages, and discusses causes and potential solutions.
A photo-illustrated introduction to the Muslim nation of Somalia, discussing the country's place in the world, and looking at its land, history, religion, politics, economy, people, communities, and foreign relations.
A biography of Dr. Mae Jemison who, in September of 1992, on the fiftieth mission of the United States Space Shuttle, became the first African American woman in space.
