Briefly discusses the rise and fall of the Roman Empire.

Relates events in the personal and professional life of Sitting Bull and how he worked to improve conditions for the Indians.

The life of the Civil War general whose controversial fame rests chiefly on the disaster at the Little Big Horn in 1876.

Traces the history of the White House, the official residence of American presidents, and discusses its significance to the people of the United States.

A biography of the Italian traveler who became the first European to cross Asia completely and document his experiences.

A history of the nation of Jordan and a discussion of its role in the Middle East.

"COVID-19 is a highly contagious, potentially deadly disease. By the spring of 2020 it had already infected more than 4 million people worldwide, causing more than 285,000 deaths. Virtually every country on earth reported cases. For the better part of 2020, the disease caused entire countries to all but shut down"--

Marijuana and heroin are experiencing a resurgence in popularity. Opioid painkillers and synthetic drugs are grabbing headlines, too. The Drug Dangers series examines what is taking place today in connection with these and other commonly abused drugs. All volumes clearly and accurately investigate their effects, whether they have addictive properties, the challenges of treatment and recovery, and efforts to prevent their use and abuse. Sidebars, fully...

"There is no question that the artwork of the tattoo has blossomed over the last twenty thirty years. Indeed, no longer shunned by many members of society, tattoo art is wearable, dynamic, trend-setting and likely to prompt second looks by all who see it"--