On the night of April 14, 1912, as it made its first voyage, the luxury steamship Titanic struck an iceberg. Then, a few hours after midnight on April 15, the ship sank thousands of feet before settling on the ocean floor. And that s where it stayed, whereabouts unknown, for the next 73 years until it was discovered by oceanographer Robert Ballard and his crew. The pictures and video Ballard brought back from the 1985 discovery helped stir new interest...

"Describes the uniforms, gear, and weapons used by U.S. and British forces during the American Revolution"--Provided by publisher.

Describes different kinds of roller coasters, their history and how they operate, and gives examples of each type.

Recounts ten high points in the history of baseball, including Ted Williams 1941 season, Jackie Robinson becoming the first African American major league player, and Nolan Ryan's seventh no-hitter. The sport of baseball is rich in special moments that will live on for generations. Players such as Cal Ripken Jr. and Joe DiMaggio have set records that are hard to break, while Sammy Sosa and Mark McGwire have battled to break other records. The courage...

A thorough, illustrated biography discussing the childhood, career, family, and term of George W. Bush, forty-third president of the United States. Presidents of the U.S.A. chronicles the lives of our nation's leaders, including some of the most famous figures in American history. Each book tells the fascinating story of a single president, from childhood and early life to the presidency and beyond. Additional sections explain the branches of government,...

It's My State! California gives readers a comprehensive look at the geography, history, people, government, economy, and culture of the Golden State.