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  • The British Monarchy: The Changing Role of the Royal Family

    Nicole Horning

    Paperback (Lucent Press, July 15, 2019)
    The British monarchy has long been a subject of fascination for many people. Television shows and films have been created to tell the history of influential, long-reigning monarchs such as Queen Elizabeth II, and royal weddings are televised worldwide. This engaging look at British history examines past and present monarchs, how marriages such as the one between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle broke tradition, and the controversy over whether or not Britain needs a monarchy. Through sidebars, annotated quotations, maps, and full-color photographs, readers will gain a deeper understanding of this popular historical topic.

  • The Cuban Missile Crisis

    Catherine Hester Gow

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, March 1, 1997)
    Examines the events preceding, during, and after the confrontation between the United States and Cuba over the presence of Soviet missiles there

  • The Holocaust

    Michael V. Uschan

    Hardcover (Lucent, March 4, 2005)
    The Holocaust was the twentieth century's most evil event. In only a dozen years, Adolf Hitler's Nazi regime killed 11 million people, more than half of them Jews, because of their religion, ethnic origin, and political views. (20030501)
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  • Nelson Mandela and Apartheid in World History

    Ann Gaines

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, June 1, 2001)
    Examines the life of Nelson Mandela, from his days as an imprisoned freedom fighter to his role as president of South Africa, incorporating information about the history of South Africa and the effects of European colonization.
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  • The Early Middle Ages

    James A. Corrick

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Sept. 1, 1994)
    Traces the history of Europe from the fall of the Roman Empire in the late fifth century to the Viking invasions of the ninth and tenth centuries

  • Civil War

    James A. Corrick

    Hardcover (Lucent, Feb. 10, 2003)
    Follows the progress of the Civil War, from its beginnings that were fueled by differences in opinion about slavery, to the aftermath and lasting effects of the abolition of slavery.

  • The European Exploration of America

    Dan Nardo

    Library Binding (Morgan Reynolds Pub, Sept. 30, 2010)
    Looks at the history of the exploration of the Americas, from the early arrival of Native Americans and the medieval settlements of the Norse people in Newfoundland, to the arrival of Christopher Columbus and the new era of European exploration that he initiated.
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  • The Declaration of Independence

    Peter Castellano

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Aug. 15, 2017)
    Not only did the Declaration of Independence help set US history in motion, the document was influential to other revolutions around the world. Therefore, its crucial to understand the meaning of the Declaration of Independence in order to continue exploring the social studies curriculum. Readers are presented with the most important aspects of the document, including why it was written, the writing process, and its impact on American independence. Written in clear, simple language, this volume will be useful in test review or as an introduction to the history of the Declaration of Independence.
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  • Religion and World Conflict: Holy Wars Throughout History

    Caroline Kennon

    Paperback (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2018)
    Religion has been at the heart of many wars and acts of violence throughout history. Why is this such a deep-rooted source of conflict around the world, and what can be done to foster peace between people of different religions instead? Readers are presented with these questions and more to challenge their critical-thinking skills as they learn about the relationship between religion and conflict, from ancient history to the Crusades to the rise of ISIS. Facts and opposing viewpoints are presented in the main text and sidebars, which are enhanced by the use of annotated quotations and primary sources.
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  • The Scientific Revolution: How Science and Technology Shaped the World

    Caroline Kennon

    Paperback (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2018)
    The Scientific Revolution is known as the time period when modern science was born. Without the people who made discoveries, theories, and inventions during this time, the world as we know it today would not exist. Readers are introduced to the figures, discoveries, and events that defined the Scientific Revolution through annotated quotes from historians and historical documents, primary sources, fact-filled sidebars, and a detailed timeline. As readers explore this essential social studies topic, they also learn the important connections that can be made between history and STEM, broadening their view of each topic--

  • Medieval World

    J. Bingham

    Paperback (Usborne Pub Ltd, May 31, 2004)
    From the big battles to kings and warriors, this book is filled with essential information about the medieval world. Follow the Crusades to the Holy Land, explore China with Marco Polo and visit the Mayan ball game.

  • The Thirteen Colonies

    Bray Jacobson

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 15, 2017)
    Looks at the history of the original thirteen colonies that declared independence in 1776 from British rule and formed the United States of America.
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