Rebecca Stefoff

Surveys the history of the Coast Guard, describing its structure, current function, and influence on American society.

Describes the childhood, education, employment, and political career of the energetic man who served as the twenty-sixth president of the United States.

An illustrated edition of Charles Darwin's cornerstone theory of natural selection introduces his study on ecology and evolution.

Traces the exploration of America from the arrival of Asian hunters in Alaska more than 15,000 years ago to the English and French settlers in the early 1600s.

Examines the physical characteristics, life cycle, and natural habitat of various kinds of owls.

Traces the history of Viking exploration and conquest in Europe and North America.

Examines the extinction of various plants and animals, mankind's effect on the biosphere and species loss, and the preservation and protection of life forms.

Describes the geography, history, people, and customs of China.

"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of Nevada"--Provided by publisher.