Murray, Stuart

Traces the history of the unpopular war that killed over 58,000 Americans, discussing the causes and effects, leaders, major battles, guerrilla warfare, aerial bombing, weaponry, peace negotiations, and lessons learned.

Covers many topics including Mars of the ancients, Mariner 9, the Martian atmosphere, life on mars, and future exploration, among others.

Become an eyewitness to the American struggle for independence, from the events that sparked the war to the signing of the Constitution. This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour through revolutionary America. Discover how American soldiers won battles against the British, plus see the muskets and cannons of the armies, learn how soldiers were drilled, and find out why Yorktown was not the end of the Revolution. Eyewitness American Revolution will bring you face-to-face with American revolutionaries including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin. This museum in a book uses striking full-color photographs and illustrations of colonial weaponry, the notorious British redcoat uniform, deadly warships, the historic Declaration of Independence, and much more as well as amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines to help bring this extraordinary war to life.

A visual guide, accompanied by text, to the people, battles, and events of America's war for independence.

A visual guide, accompanied by text, to the people, battles, and events of America's war for independence.

Presents a photographic introduction to Mars, providing information about the planet's place in the solar system, its atmosphere and moons, and its geographical features; discussing the history of Mars exploration; and examining the role of Mars in popular culture.

Presents an illustrated account of the people, places, battles, and weapons of the Vietnam War.

A visual guide, accompanied by text, to the people, battles, and events of America's war for independence.

Presents an overview of the Vietnam War including the origins of the war and why the United States got involved, air campaigns, land battles, and combat weapons. Also touches on subjects such as coverage of the war on television, prisoners of war, and the aftermath of the war. Features a timeline, a glossary, and resources for more information.