history

In the mid-1970's Times Square was a symbol of New York City's economic decline. Nervous theatergoers had to dart past drug dealers and hustlers as they made their way to dilapidated theaters. But New York City overcame all that and today Broadway is an artistic and economic engine. Journalist Michael Riedel explains the cause of Broadway's reversal and details its history.

A brief introduction to Iroquois Indians, discussing their traditions, daily life and more.

This book describes the Korean War, including why it happened, who was involved, and the aftermath.

Profiles the most important economists in order to explain the complicated and important social science field of economics.

Introduces the life and times of J.C.K. Licklider, a pioneer in the field of personal computing, and follows the development of the modern computer from the 1930s through the 1970s, focusing on the period of Licklider's greatest contribution, from 1957 to 1968.

Presents a comprehensive manual that describes the history, culture, and technology of drag racing from 1950 to 2000, along with profiles of the men and women who have made the sport popular.

Explores the history and architecture of the ancient world and featuring graphics, computer animation, and location footage. Visits the great monuments, pagodas, and temples of Buddhist Japan and considers the Samurai warriors and their code of Bushido which stresses honor, self-discipline, bravery, and simple living, as it examines the traditional society of Japan and its emphasis on balance, order, and calm.

Using superb 3D graphics, this program highlights China's architectural achievements including The Great Wall of China, the terracotta army of the First Chinese Emperor, a Chinese village from seven thousand years ago and Beijing's Forbidden City.

A professor of history retells the amazing story of Anna Madgigine Jai Kingsley, an African-born woman who married her owner and later gained control of his East Florida plantation.