Corrick, James A

Presents a biography of actor and professional wrestler Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, covering his charity work, transition from football to wrestling with the WWE, and success as a film star, and includes a chronology, list of accomplishments, and a glossary.

Describes the history, culture, and legacy of the Byzantine Empire, the eastern part of the Roman Empire that survived the "fall of Rome" and thrived during the Middle Ages.

Provides a detailed account of this decisive battle of the Civil War including events leading up to it, the course of the battle itself, and its consequences.

Provides an overview of the early Middle Ages in Europe from approximately 500 to 1500.

Gives a history of the Middle Ages with a focus on documentation and primary source quotations.

Traces developments in European art, architecture, music, literature, philosophy, science, and exploration between 1300 and 1600.

Discusses the Industrial Revolution, including its birth in England, its spread to Europe and America, and its effects on society.

Describes disgusting details about daily life in ancient Egypt, including housing, food, and sanitation.