united states

A collection of paintings from thirty-three American museums, presented in a gatefold layout, including a color reproduction of each work, a brief biography of the artist, and information about the museums.

African-American men write about the relationship that had the biggest impact on them, the relationship with their mothers.

Examines the political events, popular opinion polls, films, music, and advertising of the 1970s that brought extreme changes to popular American culture.

A biography of chemist Percy Lavon Julian, discussing his early life in the south, his struggles to pursue his career in the face of racial prejudice, and his pioneering work in medical research.

A cross-country trip visiting America's spookiest places, from the wild West to the deep South, from the peaks of the Rockies to the hills of Hollywood.

A biography of the life and career of Brando who redefined the nature of screen heroism and the standards of screen acting.

Describes jobs in a variety of fields that deal with environmental issues.

Describes the captures of many fugitives from justice by law enforcement officers.