Books with author Richard Alexander Hough

"[Hough's] thorough and lively biography . . . interprets the life with sympathy and skill. From first page to last, Hough leaves no doubt that he is telling the story not merely of a great sailor but also of a great man."--Jonathan Yardley, Washington Post Book World James Cook, born in 1728, was one of the most celebrated men of his time, the last and the greatest of the romantic navigator/explorers. His voyages in the Royal Navy to the eastern and western seaboards of North America, the North and South Pacific, the Arctic, and the Antarctic brought a new understanding of the worlds geography and of the peoples, flora, and fauna of the lands he discovered. Richard Hough's vivid narrative captures all the excitement of this age of discovery and establishes Cook as a link between the vague scientific speculations of the early eighteenth century and the industrial revolution to come. A pioneer in many fields, Cook produced maps of unprecedented accuracy; revolutionized the seaman's diet, all but eliminating scurvy; and exploded the myth of the Great Southern Continent imagined by earlier geographers and scientists. Hough consulted numerous archives and traveled in Cook's wake from Alaska to Tasmania, visiting many of the Pacific islands--including the spot where Cook was stoned to death by cannibals in the Hawaiian archipelago--to produce a comprehensive and immensely readable biography, full of new insights into the life of one of the worlds greatest mariners. Photographs

The history of Native American migrations in North America is filled with broken treaties, difficult struggles, and a desire to hold on to the lands and customs that have been a part of tribal life for hundredsif not thousandsof years. Readers discover the many reasons Native Americans moved across the continent. In doing so, they learn important facts that support essential social studies curriculum topics. From the Trail of Tears to the Battle of the Little Bighorn, important milestones in Native American history are addressed through accessible text, historical images, and relevant primary sources.

The history of Native American migrations in North America is filled with broken treaties, difficult struggles, and a desire to hold on to the lands and customs that have been a part of tribal life for hundredsif not thousandsof years. Readers discover the many reasons Native Americans moved across the continent. In doing so, they learn important facts that support essential social studies curriculum topics. From the Trail of Tears to the Battle of the Little Bighorn, important milestones in Native American history are addressed through accessible text, historical images, and relevant primary sources.

Working at a zoo is a great career path for someone who loves animals and isnt afraid of hands-on work. Through engaging text and fun fact boxes, readers discover what zoo workers do and how a person can prepare for a career in this field. Additional information is provided in a clear graphic organizer. Colorful photographs of zoo animals and the workers who care for them keep readers entertained with each turn of the page. It takes special skills to be a successful zoo worker, and readers discover what those skills are as they learn about this exciting career.

Intolerance is a complex issue, but readers are introduced to it in a way that leaves them feeling enlightened and not overwhelmed. Informative, accessible text presents a basic definition of intolerance as well as relatable examples that readers could see in their daily lives and on the news. The main text is enhanced by the use of fact boxes, graphic organizers, and eye-catching photographs. These engaging elements come together to give readers a clear picture of what intolerance is, who it affects, and how they can fight against it.