Discover the luxury of this famous ship - and the exploration of its remains on the ocean floor. Detailed descriptions of the Titanic, including its accommodations, and a retelling of its sinking in the North Atlantic in April, 1912.

Contains detailed historical events in each presidential term, and explains the U.S. political system and covers all the key events in America's history

This book charts the key innovations and major events that have shaped our modern world using a visual history format that shows what was happening and where, at the same time all over the world.

Shows some of the great buildings of the world, from the Egyptian pyramids to modern skyscrapers, and answers questions about their construction and use

Provides an eyewitness account of the turbulent and terrifying events of World War II, from the Blitz to the atomic bomb. Be an eyewitness to the turbulent and terrifying events of World War II -- from the Blitz to the atomic bomb. Discover how everyday items were reused for the war effort. See the way propaganda affected the minds of people. Find out why many Japanese soldiers would rather die than face capture. New Look! Relaunched with new jackets...

Presents the life of the king of Macedonia, discussing his childhood, his education under Aristotle, his military conquests and rule over the largest empire of the known world, and his untimely death at the age of thrity-three.

"Traces the history of politics, looking at the beliefs of political thinkers, leaders, and activists from around the world, and investigates the role of such external factors as protest and the media in political decision-making."--

"Experience the excitement and romance of travel, from the earliest migration to great explorations, from the Grand Tour to the first airliners. With an amazing array of historic maps, evocative photographs, exotic paraphernalia, and gripping eyewitness accounts." "An illustrated account of human movement, travel, exploration, and scientific discovery-from the first trade networks in ancient Sumer to the epic Voyager missions. Human journeys arise...

An illustrated exploration of a wide array of castles and fortifications throughout the world, from Norman mottes to Maori forts, including how and why they were built and their importance in history.

Provides an overview of the state of Texas, covering its history, geography, economy, people, and leisure pursuits.