Discusses the history of a war without a winner, the beginning of the Cold War, the Cold War turns hot in Korea, North Korea suprises the world, victory at Inchon, china enters the war, the Korean War divides America, waging peace to win a war, and aftermath.

Profiles the Baptist minister who led the nonviolent struggle for African Americans' civil rights during the 1960's. Profiles the Baptist minister who led the nonviolent struggle for African Americans' civil rights during the 1960s.

Discusses the political, economic, and cultural life of one of the pivotal decades of the twentieth century, a period of transition and crisis for the nation and for its citizens.

This book follows beginnings of the witchcraft hysteria that led to the Salem witch trials and describes the impact of these trials on the people and community.

American War Library offers young readers insight into the triumphs and tragedies of war by examing the most fascinating aspects of each fo America's wars.

Examines Israeli and Palestinian relations over the decades, and describes the rise in suicide bombings by over one hundred thirty Palestinians since 1993.

Examines the life and achievements of Joe Biden, a long-time senator elected as vice-president in 2008.

Discusses the history, effects, health and social aspects, and legal ramifications of alcohol, as well as treatments for alcoholism.

"This new series from Lucent Books helps younger researchers understand the role of mythology in major historical cultures of the world. Each volume explores the origins and cultural importance of a specific mythology. Presented in an engaging narrative that explains mythology as a product of the culture that created it, each volume details the major characters, gods/goddesses, and themes reflected in the stories. Volumes also discuss the impact of...