Books with author Susan Nichols

The U.S. Constitution was signed by 39 men, all of whom we consider the "founding fathers" of the nation. But did you know that seven of those 39 were immigrants to the United States? Immigrants have served as politicians in the United States since the country's founding, in all branches and all levels of government. Readers learn about the contributions of immigrants who served as senators, congressional representatives, mayors, and governors, such as Henry Kissinger, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Pramila Jayapal, Mazie Hirono, and Tammy Duckworth.

This title authoritatively recounts the main events in the history of Latin America and highlights the men and women who played key roles in the establishment and growth of the region. Though long inhabited only by various Amerindian tribes, Latin America was transformed by the arrival of Europeans, who built colonial empires across the region beginning in the sixteenth century. Much of Latin America secured its independence in the early nineteenth century, but the new countries were plagued by political and economic instability, some of which continues today. Readers will get a full picture of Latin Americas complex history and an understanding of how it affects the present-day region.

Best-selling author James Patterson is best known for his popular adult thrillers, mysteries, and romances. But the wildly famous writer was once a kid who hated to read. When he noticed his young son shared the same problem, Patterson devoted himself to writing books that would engage young adults. This volume follows Pattersons small-town childhood and early career as an advertising CEO to his life as a writer of popular fictiona career arc so successful that he eventually donated millions of dollars to libraries and students in need in the hopes that everyone will understand the importanceand the joysof reading.

Not only were the gladiator games a central part of life for the average Roman citizen, but they also played a significant role in the development and maintenance of the Roman empire between 264 BCE and 404 CE. This text explores the fundamentals of the gladiatorial system, with a serious look at the lives of these hardened warriors: delving into their pasts, their everyday struggles, and what it actually took to become a Roman gladiator. It takes a poignant look at some of the best-known warriors in terms modern readers can relate to and understand.

India has a long history rich in culture. The ancient civilizations of India, the Indus Valley Civilization, the Maurya Empire, and the Gupta Empire, were made up of sophisticated people whose art and lives contributed greatly to future generations. In addition to learning about the culture of ancient India, readers will learn how political and social changes of any region affect its art and culture. Boasting engaging text, rich and colorful illustrations, and an enhanced e-book option, this title is a valuable resource for report research.

Kachinas are small wooden dolls made in the likeness of Pueblo Indian spirits. Hand carved from the soft roots of the cottonwood tree, they are given as presents to children. Kachinas aren't played with as toys; rather, they are treasured as valued possessions. With this kit you can create your own kachina. Display it proudly for family and friends, as you share with them all you have discovered about kachinas and Pueblo Indian lore.

Excerpt from Water Colors: South of France 1918-1919In broken syllables we learned of the exhausting jour ney Of days and nights from the dressing station behind the lines; packed on hard benches, jolted and side tracked. Some were suffering acutely from the wound gone too long without attention, others merely wished for water. They drank greedily with parched throats.About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.comThis book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.