Describes the techniques used and difficulties faced in building Colorado's Royal Gorge Bridge, the highest suspension bridge in the world and a popular tourist attraction.
Traces the life and accomplishments of the choreographer, dancer, and author who created ballets based on American themes and choreographed the musical, "Oklahoma.".
Examines the life of Avi, author of over fifty books for children and young adults, discussing his childhood in Brooklyn, his education and marriage, and his writing career.
Profiles the life and career of late nineteenth and early twentieth-century children's author Beatrix Potter, and chronicles her childhood in England, passion for wildlife and nature, and her classic tales including "Peter Rabbit.".
Contains a brief biography of children's author Philip Pullman, providing information on his early life, his family, his influences, and how he became a writer. Includes interview and time line.
Contains sixteen articles that provide varying perspectives on issues related to women in Islam, discussing the teachings of the Koran and Islamic tradition regarding women's rights, leadership, economic independence, sexual behavior, and dress.
