British journalist Mason tells stories of labor struggles that even labor historians do not know, let alone other historians, and to say nothing of the general public--literate or not. The neglect can
"How do oceans affect the world's climate? Why might coral reefs vanish in the future? What can you do to help save our oceans? For a global tour of Earth's threatened habitats, explore 'World in Peri
"Why are rivers important? How does farming affect rivers? What can you do to help save our rivers? For a global tour of Earth's threatened habitats, explore 'World in Peril.' This series offers a str
"How do the world's forests keep us all alive? What effect does cutting down trees have on the soil? What can you do to help save our forests? For a global tour of Earth's threatened habitats, explore
"Are all cities the same? What would life be like without cities? What can you do to help save our cities? For a global tour of Earth's threatened habitats, explore 'World in Peril.' This series offer
"Why are the world's grasslands shrinking? What will happen if the grasslands disappear? What can you do to help save out grasslands? For a global tour of Earth's threatened habitats, explore 'World i
"How is climate change affecting mountains? Why are mountain habitats unique? What can you do to help save our mountains? For a global tour of Earth's threatened habitats, explore 'World in Peril.' Th
Describes the events surrounding the discovery of gold in California, the huge migration it brought to the area, and the lifestyles of miners and mining towns.
Introduces structures with unique architecture, from the pyramids of Giza and the Colosseum in Rome to the Ice Hotel in Sweden and the underground town of Coober Pedy in Australia.
Introduces structures with unique architecture, from the pyramids of Giza and the Colosseum in Rome to the Ice Hotel in Sweden and the underground town of Coober Pedy in Australia.
Using the physical performances of soldiers as examples, describes the various functions of the human body, from the skeleton to the respiratory, digestive, and circulatory systems.
Imagine someone gave you a sackful of money and told you to build a sports stadium. You'd definitely want it to be the best sports stadium the world. But how do you go about designing THAT? Armed with
Over the past two centuries or so, capitalism has undergone profound changes--economic cycles that veer from boom to bust--from which it has always emerged transformed and strengthened. Surveying this
"Become a detective and discover information about an interesting destination using photos, figures and facts. This book helps you discover what it is like to live in Italy. Find out what the count
Become a detective and discover information about an interesting destination using photos, figures and facts. This book helps you discover what it is like to live in Italy. Find out what the country
Become a detective and discover information about an interesting destination using photos, figures and facts. This book helps you discover what it is like to live in Spain. Find out what the countr
"Become a detective and discover information about an interesting destination using photos, figures and facts. This book helps you discover what it is like to live in Spain. Find out what the count
