Zuehlke, Jeffrey

An introduction to important water transportation vehicles, tugboats, including the different functions of tugboats, and why they are needed to maneuver heavy barges.

Profiles the life and career of Joseph Stalin, who established a totalitarian regime in the Soviet Union, which he led to victory over Nazi Germany.

Tells the life story of German-born basketball player Dirk Nowitzki, describing his start in the sport, his rise to success with the Dallas Mavericks, and his career highlights.

An introduction to drag racing that discusses the sport's history, equipment, speed, dangers, tracks, and competitions and profiles some of its greatest racers.

Presents a brief history of the pickup truck, where the term came from, and how they have evolved over the decades.

An introduction to the Rocky Mountains that provides information on the region's geological features, the natural forces that created them, the flora and fauna that can be found there, and the history of the area.

Examines the personal life and career of American League baseball third baseman Alex Rodriguez who played for the Seattle Mariners, Texas Rangers, and New York Yankees.

Describes the social, cultural, and economic history of Poland providing a timeline, illustrations, statistics, maps, and Web sites.

Presents an illustrated introduction to the land, history and government, people, culture, and economy of Germany, and includes a time line, information on national symbols, lists of famous German people and places, and a glossary.

Describes the history and formation of the Grand Canyon and discusses the different layers of rock found in the canyon's walls.