north america

Presents evidence to support a theory that the first humans came to the Americas nearly two thousand years earlier than has generally been believed, and argues that the pre-Clovis people were marine mammal hunters, fishers, and foragers who reached America by water craft.

Draws on historical and archaeological research to describe what life was like in North America in the time before Columbus landed, exploring the people's religious beliefs, social structure, hunting, housing, food, dress, and traditions.

Retells the story of Christianity in North and South America from 1492 through the end of the 18th century.

Text and photographs present modern weaponry of land, sea, and air combat forces around the world.

Profiles the young Native American woman who intervened with her people to save the Jamestown colony from starvation and exposure.

Examines archaeological evidence of humans in North America, considering the various groups who might have been first on the continent.