A biography of the Italian traveler who became the first European to cross Asia completely and document his experiences.

Discusses the geography, history, economy, government, religion, people, foreign relations, and major cities of Kuwait.

A biography of the conquistador whose quest for the Seven Cities of Gold led to the exploration of the American Southwest in 1540.

"Members of the media can provide vastly different views of the same event. Biased viewpoints have become a routine part of how the media reports the news in America. Readers of daily newspapers as well. As consumers who receive their news through radio or TV broadcasts and those who rely on the internet for their news can certainly find straight reporting in those sources. But biased coverage of the news is ever-present as well, providing consumers...

Presents the history of Ellis Island from 1892 when it served as the most important center for immigration into the United States, to its near collapse in the 1970s due to neglect, to its rebirth in 1990 as the Ellis Island Immigration Museum.

Describes the events surrounding the decision to build a monument to President George Washington and the complicated process of funding and building this structure.

"Graffiti is largely illegal in most American communities, but that hasnt stopped street artists from rendering large and very public demonstrations of exquisite art ... [This book] discusses what todays artists are doing, how they attract a following, and what they are saying through their artwork"--Provided by publisher.