James Carter
Author
Pub. Date
2019.
Description
"The mysteries of space have intrigued us since ancient times. Early observers named the constellations as a way to keep track of the starry patterns in the night sky. Through the years, astronomers discovered planets, moons, and many other objects. As technology improved, the dream of physically exploring space became reality, and space shuttles blasted into the world above our heads. Where will we go next?" --
Author
Pub. Date
2008
Description
"James M. Carter analyzes how the United States ended up fighting a large-scale war that wrecked the countryside, generated a flood of refugees, and brought about catastrophic economic distortions, results that actually further undermined the larger U.S. goal of building a viable state. Carter argues that well before the Tet Offensive shocked the viewing public in late January 1968, the campaign in southern Vietnam had completely failed and, furthermore,...
Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Description
Want to travel in a rocket?Search for a grumpy dragon?Make your very own monster?Visit a higgledy-piggledy farm?Well, hop into Zim Zam Zoom -for fun and adventures galore! Here is a collection of poems especially for reading out loud or performing. With delightful illustrations by a talented new illustrator, this is a brilliant introduction to poetry for young children.
6) Ladder 49
Pub. Date
[2005]
Description
Probationary firefighter Jack Morrison matures into a seasoned veteran of the Baltimore Fire Department under the watchful eye of his mentor Chief Mike Kennedy. Responding to the worst blaze in his career, he becomes trapped inside a 20-story building. As Jack reflects on his life - seeing his first fire, bonding with fellow firefighters, the impact his job has had on his wife and kids - Chief Kennedy frantically coordinates the effort to save Jack's...