Nobleman, Marc Tyler

Presents a history of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, and describes the myth of its origin, the devastation caused by the fire, and the rebuilding process that began almost immediately.

Introduces the history and development of the television and explains how a television works.

Examines the religious significance of Easter to the Christian community, why Easter's dates change from year to year, how Eastern Orthodox Christians celebrate it, and explains the events that surround Easter.

Examines the life and achievements of Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon, discussing his life in what is now Hispaniola, his claiming of Florida for Spain, his discovery of the Gulf Stream, and his death from an arrow wound.

Tells the story of the sinking of the USS "Indianapolis" in 1945, Captain Charles McVay's court-martial for the disaster, and the U.S. Navy's official statement over fifty years later--and thirty-three years after his suicide--that he was not to blame.

Explains the origins and meaning of Memorial Day, a day set aside to honor soldiers, and looks at how the holiday is observed.

Discusses Independence Day and its importance to Americans, how it is celebrated in the U.S., how it began, and how it has changed.

A detective notebook for ghost hunters, with information on what ghosts are, what they look like, how they behave, the best places and times to meet a ghost, what is needed to detect the presence of ghost, and how to document supernatural encounters.

Examines Earth Day, when it is and how it began, what it represents, and what it means to the people.

Explains how the light bulb was invented, traces its history, and discusses how it developed into the light bulb used today.