This series will look at how ancient civilizations have impacted society today. Instead of a traditional focus on a single aspect of a civilization, such as art, or giving a traditional histoy of a civilization, each book will answer the question "what did the civilization do for me?"[...]

This book briefly examines the history, people, and environment of the country of Costa Rica.

Introduces readers to the country of Haiti. Includes information on its history, geography, wildlife, infrastructure and government, and culture. Also included are a detailed fact file, maps and charts, and a traceable flag.[...]

From longships to clinker ships to a national assembly, Vikings continue to influence all aspects of contemporary life. Read this book to find out more about how we encounter links to the ancient world every day.[...]

North Korea offers complete coverage of this fascinating country, including sections on history, geography, wildlife, infrastructure and government, and culture. It also includes a detailed fact file, maps and charts, and a traceable flag.[...]

World War II begins in an economic depression and grows into a fight about tyrants and dictators. In the end, it is the deadliest, most destructive war in history. Explore the events of World War II and witness the struggle between power and peace.[...]

Don t just learn about the history of the Revolutionary War experience it. Witness the Boston Massacre. Be there to hear the shot heard round the world at the battles of Lexington and Concord. And experience the intensity of battle at Bunker Hill. With 167 choices and 45 possible endings, The Revolu[...]