Uses a newspaper format to present articles about the history, politics, fashion, food, daily life, and afterlife of the ancient Egyptians.

Describes life in a frontier fort on America's Great Plains during the 19th century, using cutaway illustrations to provide insight into the challenges faced by the pioneers.

Discusses the history and practices of pirates, covering such aspects as weapons and flags, treasure and slaves, and pirate punishments.

Dinosaurs--includes index. illus.