History's famous feuds

Perhaps the two most visible people on the world stage in the Second World War were Winston Churchill, leader of Great Britain, and Adolf Hitler, leader of the Nazi regime in Germany. In retrospect, these two historical figures were some of the greatest rivals of all time. In this book, readers learn what happened when Hitler and Churchill were working against each other during WWII. Biographical information is included among the historical context that gives readers a sense of both the men and the time period they lived in.

Most middle schoolers know that King George III was the king of England at the time of the American Revolution. But who was he exactly? And what did he think of his colonies in North America? This book finally answers those questions for readers through biographical information about the king as well as his great rivals: the Founding Fathers! In this unique presentation of the events of the American Revolution, readers follow the perspectives of the king and the Founding Fathers as they feuded over the fate of the colonies. A timeline sums up the events and historical images complement the social studies content.

It's the end of the feud between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr that most people focus on: the duel in which Burr took Hamilton's life. However, the pair had been rivals, friends, and contemporaries for years before that. Readers follow the engaging historical account in this book, complete with a timeline and color-coded sections to show each man's perspective of their time and relationship. Their story is further complemented by quotes, historical images, and historical context to give readers a sense of the time Hamilton and Burr lived in.