This book describes what people wore in the days of westward expansion, discussing the styles of the pioneer men and women, the trappers, and the cowboys.

Discusses the historic ride to announce the coming of British troops to Massachusetts at the beginning of the Revolutionary War.

Describes what people wore in colonial America, discussing puritan, Quaker, and military styles.

Describes the incidents leading up to the Boston Massacre, the event itself, the trial following it, and its importance in American history.

Maps And Text chronicle the history of Egypt, which became a civilized land some 5000 years ago. Includes bibliographical references and index. Contents: The geography of Egypt-Ancient Egypt-Greece, Rome, and Byzantium-The Arab invasion-Mamluks and the Ottomans-Napoleon and Egyptology-Egypt becomes a nation-The Arab Republic Of Egypt.

An examination of the ebola virus, its African origins, and the development of this and other similar emerging diseases.

Recounts the history and effects of poliomyelitis, describes how the disease spreads, and offers information about prevention, vaccine types, and the possibilty of eradication.

This book is an overview of the history and culture of India and its people including the geography, myths, arts, daily life, education, industry, and government, with illustrations from primary source documents.