Open media series

"A clear and urgent call for the national, social, and individual changes required to prevent catastrophic climate change"--Provided by publisher.

An autobiographical account by the runaway slave Frederick Douglass that chronicles his experiences with his owners and overseers, and discusses how slavery affected both slaves and slaveholders.

Explores the increasingly complex role race plays on the political and social landscape of the United States.

Chronicles the history of African-Americans in the White House from the founding of the nation to the presidency of Barack Obama, sharing stories of slaves, servants, Secret Service agents, performers and intellectuals, community leaders, and politicians.

World War II combat soldier-turned-peace activist Howard Zinn discusses the moral and ethical issues posed by war. Challenges official U.S. military history and includes personal perspectives.