Describes aspects of the political, economic, and cultural life of the United States between 1910 and 1919 including the Progressive Movement, World War I, and the silent film.

Chronicles the life and career of Pope Francis, detailing his childhood in Argentina, tenure as Archbishop, and election as Pope.

"Discusses the history of a war without a winner, the beginning of the Cold War, the Cold War turning hot in Korea, North Korea surprising the world, victory at Inchon, China entering the war, the Korean War dividing America, waging peace to win a war, and the aftermath." --

Discusses the influence of five well-known men--George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, and John Adams--on the early history of the United States.

Examines the lives of American soldiers at the onset of war with Iraq, their feelings, living conditions, safety concerns, and more.

"Lucent Books' "Science Behind Sports" Series explores the scientific principles behind some of the most popular team and individual sports, such as baseball, hockey, gymnastics, wrestling, swimming, and skiing. Each volume in the series focuses on one sport and opens with a brief look at the featured sport's origins, history and changes to rules, equipment, or techniques. Subsequent chapters cover the biomechanics and physiology of playing, related...

Discusses the weapons and tactics implemented in the Korean War.