Blohm, Craig E.

Discusses what today's animation artists are doing, how they attract a following, and what they are saying through their artwork.

Examines how the invention of the automobile changed the world. Discusses its origins, evolution, and possible future. Includes color photographs, sidebars, a glossary, and further resources.

Explores Judaism, including the origin, some challenges the religion has faced, and more.

A look at the Vietnam War, covering the influence of the fear of communism, the Tet offensive, Richard Nixon's policies, and more.

A look at the Korean War, discussing the influence of post-World War II tensions, how it advanced the desegregation of the US military, changes to American foreign policy, and more.

Newspaper comic strips and TV cartoon shows not only provide laughs but also often tell dramatic stories and offer insightful social commentary. Profiled in this book are six talented cartoonists: Charles Schulz, Garry Trudeau, Lynn Johnston, Seth MacFarlane, Matt Groening, and Aaron McGruder.

"America is a nation founded on the idea that all men are created equal, but it took African Americans years of hard-fought struggles to even approach equality in jobs, education, and the right to vote. And in the twenty-first century, the struggle goes on. This book examines how and why social change occurs and the lasting influence of the Civil Rights Movement"--Provided by publisher.

Describes how medicine uses three-dimensional printing to make low-cost prostheses, replace diseased organs, produce new pharmaceuticals, and create models to guide surgeons through difficult operations. This technology can make health care more affordable, more personalized, and more available to people around the world.

The Vietnam War cost the lives of more than 50,000 US soldiers, and sparked major unrest at home in an ultimately unsuccessful attempt to keep North and South Vietnam from being united under a Communist regime. Through thoughtful narrative supported by fully documented quotes this title begins with A Brief History of the Vietnam War and then examines these questions: How Did Fear of Communism Lead to US Intervention in Vietnam? How Did the Tet Offensive Increase Opposition to the War? How Did Richard Nixon?s Policies Influence the War?s Outcome? What Lasting Impact Did the Vietnam War Have on the United States and Vietnam?.

The Cold War experienced its first armed clash in the Korean War, resulting in the United States gaining a new understanding of the importance of Asia in the growing global conflict between communism and democracy. Through thoughtful narrative supported by fully documented quotes this title begins with A Brief History of the Korean War and then examines these questions: How Did Post-World War II Tensions Set the Stage for the Korean War? How Did the Korean War Advance the Desegregation of the US Military? How Did American Foreign Policy Change in the Aftermath of the Korean War? How Did the Lack of a Clear-cut Victory Shape the Two Koreas?.