Ocean State Libraries

This video story not only traces the Spanish conquest of the Aztecs and Maya, but also follows the journeys, in 1839, of New York explorer John L. Stephens to these strange and wonderful cities. Using computer graphic reconstruction, animated maps, classic art, reanactment and beautiful on-location cinematography, the viewer sees Teotihuacan, Cholula, Monte Alban, Chichen Itza, Tenochtitlian, Tikal, Copan, Uxmal, and Palenque as they might have looked...

Explores Los Angeles's history, cultural heritage, demography, geography, and economic and natural resources, and considers the city's ongoing challenges, such as transporation and water shortages. Includes a timeline and glossary.

New York City has risen from its humble beginnings as a Dutch settlement to a teeming international center of politics, media, commerce, and culture. The Big Apple lures people from throughout the world to its famous art galleries, theaters, and monuments. Hardworking New Yorkers now represent a range of ethnicities, spread among the city's five boroughs. From the neon lights of Broadway to the top of the Empire State Building, Great Cities of the...

Explores the history, geography, economy and unique culture of Sydney, Australia.

Explores the history, people, daily life, and future of Montreal.

"The Great Cities of the World series profiles important cities in a lively, engaging way. The books are not meant as travel guides, but as fact-filled introductions that will give readers a sense of what each city is like and pique their curiosity. Each title will cover geography, history, people, economy, architecture, infrastructure, arts and culture, sports, attractions, food and shopping, daily life, celebrations and annual events. Each book...