Axelrod-Contrada, Joan

This book describes reports of encounters with the ghosts of several deceased entertainers and celebrities.

A collection of five ghost stories, with facts about their history and origins and tips for telling a good ghost story.

Describes the historical context of the U.S. Supreme Court case of Reno v. ACLU that ruled the Communications Decency Act, which regulated Internet pornography, was unconstitutional.

Provides information about legal and illegal drugs, discussing the history of drug use, their role in popular culture, risk factors associated with doing drugs, gender differences in drug use and abuse, physiological effects, legal issues, treatment, and prevention.

Provides details on over seventy careers in government, politics, and activism, covering duties, requirements, salaries, advancement prospects, and how to begin a career in these fields.

Maps, text, and illustrations tell the story of the American colonies from the Spanish Conquest to the American Revolution. Also includes a time line, a glossary, and a further reading list.

Describes mummies throughout history, from ancient Egypt to modern times.

Chronicles the life and works of Isabel Allende, focusing on aspects of her writing. Details the themes found throughout her work and includes photographs, a timeline, and further reading sources.

Profiles the careers of seven women elected to head their respective countries, including Golda Meir, Indira Gandhi, Margaret Thatcher, Coraz?n Aquino, Benazir Bhutto, Violeta Barrios de Chamorro, and Gro Harlem Brundtland.