Bobrick, Benson

Describes the story of the Olympic Games, the courage, prowess, and strength of the athletes, the obstacles to be overcome including religious conflict, prejudice, war, and economic strife, and the occasional hilarity.

Explores the history of Olympic sport from ancient times to the modern, exploring the changes that have taken place in the Olympic Games while highlighting what has stayed the same.

Presents six thousand years of astrology history, examines the influence of the stars on the ancient Babylonians and other cultures, describes the great thinkers and writers of Rome, Greece, Egypt and Persia, and traces astrology through Western thought.

Traces the life of the sixteenth century Russian czar, describes the historical background of his reign, and discusses his indirect influence on modern East-West relations.

Chronicles the conquest and settlement of Siberia from eighteenth century explorations to Stalin's Gulag.

Describes the Battle of Nashville during the Civil War and the achievements of Union General George H. Thomas. Discusses how both contributed to the war's end. Contains archival photographs, original documents, quotes, maps, and speeches.

Presents a survey of the American Revolution for young readers and includes information on British oppression of the colonists, Boston Tea Party, and Benedict Arnold's treason, as well as personal anecdotes from soldiers and civilians.