Presents a history of Irish immigration into the United States, including the reasons promoting settlement into America, and the how the Irish eventually gained political power and prosperity.
Discusses the history of Jewish immigration to the United States and covers key issues, including the reasons for immigration, the struggles faced, and how the culture influenced Americans.
Discusses the history of Russian immigration to the United States and covers key issues, including the reasons for immigration, the struggles faced, and how the culture influenced Americans.
Discusses the history of Polish immigration to the United States and covers key issues, including the reasons for immigration, the struggles faced, and how the culture influenced Americans.
Discusses the history of Chinese immigration to the United States and covers key issues, including the reasons for immigration, the struggles faced, and how the culture influenced Americans.
Discusses the history of Japanese immigration to the United States and covers key issues, including the reasons for immigration, the struggles faced, and how the culture influenced Americans.
Human expansion and interference have detrimental effects as civilizations continue to encroach on previously undisturbed habitats. As a result, many species of animals and plants must struggle to su
A comprehensive history of Argentina, including its origins, culture, and future.Argentina has a population that ranks among the most educated and skilled in Latin America. Illiteracy scarcely e
The history of Hispanic Americans is inextricably linked to the colonization and territorial expansion of contemporary America. In the 19th century, Florida, Texas, New Mexico, and much of California
This Dictionary contains more than 3,7000 cross-referenced entries that explain, clearly and concisely, the most frequently used terms in Earth science. This revised and expanded edition contains mor
American history. Born of oppression and built upon improvisation, it transcends racial divisions and continuously evolves with the times. Originating in New Orleans, jazz migrated north during the R
A biography of Steven Spielberg, the Academy Award-winning producer and director of films in a variety of genres, such as E.T., Jaws, Saving Private Ryan, and Schindler's List.
Often called America's "original sin," slavery is arguably the greatest stain on the nation's history. Unfree African and African-American laborers contributed to the growth and development of the cou
Authoritative yet accessible, the four-volume Encyclopedia of Latin America covers the history and culture of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean from early settlements to the pres
Computers are more prevalent in our daily lives than ever before, yet many people are unfamiliar with the concepts and technology of computer science. Offering 20 engaging experiments and activities
Praise for the previous edition:“Serious students of the tae kwon do...will appreciate and learn from the illustrated warm-up exercises, techniques, and basic philosophy presented here.”&
Asian Americans have been writing and publishing since the 19th century, but today the popularity and importance of Asian-American literature is greater than ever. Encyclopedia of Asian-American Lite
In about 700 A-to-Z entries, this encyclopedia provides easy access to the theological concepts, personalities, historical events, institutions, and movements that helped to shape Hinduism and the wa
Though virtually unknown in her lifetime, Emily Dickinson is today one of the most widely read and studied American poets. Critical Companion to Emily Dickinson contains extensive analyses and close
This full-color atlas spans the entire breadth of American history, from precolonial times to the present day. Hundreds of vivid photographs, illustrations, and maps combine with graphs, charts, and
Praise for the previous edition:"Essential for all libraries."—Choice With recent advances in DNA testing of stored forensic evidence and ongoing efforts by volunteer advocates, more and more inm
Pennsylvania examines life in the early colony, including the growth of the colony under William Penn and the Quakers, the relationship with Native Americans, farming, printing presses, and the histo
People undergo vast changes in a lifespan. Developmental Psychology shows how we change as we gradually move from infancy into childhood and, ultimately, through adulthood and old age. The processes o
Filled with thousands of fascinating facts and an essential homework resource offering help on a wide range of subjects, this annual, full-color almanac has been completely updated and fully redesigne
Geometric questions are frequently expressed in a language of points, lines, planes, curves, and surfaces, but humanity has always been interested in questions of line and form. Cave paintings from L
Physical science and chemistry are two different but closely related fields, and they are also two of the primary areas of physical science. Physics encompasses the study of the world's foundations&#
It is an undisputed fact that the Earth's climate is changing, and although the scientific community continues to debate the exact correlation between human activity and climatic change, there is now
Scientists are learning to manipulate the genes of plants and animals, changing existing organisms and creating new ones. By taking control of the mechanisms that govern heredity in other species, hu
From the study of explosives and bodily fluids to drug analysis and fingerprints, chemical methods have played a major role in crime investigation in the last few decades. Forensic Chemistry examines
The Facts On File Companion to the French Novel provides comprehensive coverage of such works as Madame Bovary, The Stranger, and other staples of high school and college literature courses. Written
The study of the natural environment, geography deals with the diverse physical, biological, and cultural features of the Earth's surface and examines how humans interact with it. World geography is a
Explains how the Great Famine in Ireland caused many Irish people to emigrate to America, and discusses where they settled, the hardships they faced, and the contributions they brought to America.
The only country in South America to border the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, Colombia is the continent's fourth-largest country and has the second-largest population behind Brazil. The countr
Written works, music, videos, and other content on the Internet are easily accessible to the general public, but is it considered ethically permissible to access, copy, and redistribute them? Is it ri
European explorers reached North America more than 400 years ago, and since that time Native Americans have had to struggle to survive. Yet, despite injustices both past and present, the Native Americ
Philip Roth is one of the greatest and most controversial American authors alive. A literary sensation since the publication of Goodbye, Columbus in 1959, Roth has continued to produce striking and o
Praise for the previous edition:"Notable for its large format and attractive design…well written…maps are well chosen and clear…recommended for secondary school or lower-division un
Widely acclaimed as one of the finest short-story writers and known for her acerbic wit, complex themes, and illuminating portrayal of the American South, Flannery O'Connor is a favorite among studen
Early America covers the regions of South America, Central America, and North America, from the days of the earliest indigenous peoples until the arrival and settlement of colonies through the late 1
The 20th century saw the most rapid and revolutionary changes in the world of fashion to date as mass production techniques were introduced and the prevalence of home-sewn clothing declined. Fashions
