Warrick, Karen Clemens

Looks at the events surrounding the battle that took place at The Alamo in San Antonio, Texas.

Looks at the events surrounding the battle that took place at The Alamo in San Antonio, Texas.

"Many readers may know that the events of the War of 1812 inspired Francis Scott Key to write a poem that later became the national anthem. However, they may not be familiar with the reasons behind the war, its outcomes, and its legacy. Enhanced by excerpts from primary sources, this book discusses the circumstances that led to the war, the people who fought it, the deciding battles, the aftermath, and how it has shaped the nation we know today"--Back cover.

Provides background on the Gettysburg National Military Park, featuring an overview of the Civil War, discussing the pivotal battle at Gettysburg,and its subsequent dedication as a cemetery, and including links to Internet sources of additional information.

Describes the history of man's attempts to reach the North Pole, as well as the life and career of the Arctic explorer Robert Peary, who is credited with reaching the North Pole in 1909.

Presents a short history of Independence National Historic Park in Philadelphia and discusses the Liberty Bell, the American Revolution, and creation of a new government along with a listing of available Web sites for additional research.

The reader is asked to guess what a creature is from a description of the appearance and use of the its tail.

Chronicles the search for the Northwest Passage--a route to Asia through the Arctic Ocean--describing the efforts of such men as John Franklin, John Cabot, Henry Hudson, and Roald Amundsen.

Presents a biography of actor James Dean, whose life ended abruptly in a car accident in 1955; and explores his often guarded life, his personality, and what made his few film performances unforgettable.

Traces the life of the well-known author of "Little Women", examining events prior to and following her emergence as a prominent American writer.