"Describes the geography, landscape, economy, government, and culture of Germany today and discusses Germany's influence of and relations with the rest of the world"--Provided by publisher.

Profiles the life and career of the author of Common sense, his time in a French prison, his release, and his contributions to American history.

"Describes the uniforms, gear, and weapons used by U.S. and British forces during the American Revolution"--Provided by publisher.

"From appearances in films and animated features to interpretations as a Muppet and breakfast cereal mascot, Dracula has been the inspiration for many other fictional vampires and is now an established figure in pop culture. Created by Bram Stoker in his 1897 Gothic horror novel, Count Dracula is a nobleman who uses his powers as a vampire to dominate his victims. Even though Dracula didn't succeed in the novel, the fictional character has lived on...

A history of the Titanic and a recounting of one of the worst maritime disasters in history.