Books published by publisher Enslow Publishers (2014-01-01)

History remembers the leaders of the American Revolution—George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock. But the war could not have been won without the unsung heroes—courageous women and children. Women served as nurses and spies. A few even fought in battle. Children supported the cause, too. Although the fighting age was supposed to be sixteen, many young men fought in battle. Women and children made great sacrifices to help America win its freedom.

General George S. Patton once said to his men, "When your grandchildren ask you what you did in the war, you can tell them, "I fought with Patton." Patton, like all other generals in this book, was proud of the role he and his men played in winning World War II. From the deserts of North Africa, where the Allies first defeated the Germans, to D-day landing and the invasion of Europe, American generals led their men through some of the bloodiest battles in world history. Read on to learn more about ten American military legends (Henry H. Arnold, Omar N. Bradley, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Curtis E. LeMay, Douglas MacArthur, George C. Marshall, George S. Patton, Matthew B. Ridgway, Holland M. Smith, Joseph W. Stilwell.)

Do you want a guinea pig? They can make great pets if you understand their needs. GUINEA PIGS discusses cage requirements, choosing a healthy guinea pig, socializing her to other pets, feeding her a proper diet, and grooming her. Also read about your guinea pig’s exercise needs, some tricks you can teach her, and how she communicates. This book will help you keep your guinea pig happy and healthy so you can enjoy many years together.

Heavily illustrated with photos, this book shows how in the 1920s America celebrated like never before. World War I was finally over and Americans eagerly looked ahead. Cities grew as the economy boomed. It was the era of Prohibition, when alcohol was illegal, but people drank liquor and listened to jazz music in secret nightclubs. Bold young women called “flappers” led a culture of revelry. It was a time for heroes and villains. Pilot Charles “Lucky Lindy” Lindbergh winged his way across the Atlantic. Meanwhile, Al Capone and his gang of mobsters ruled the streets of Chicago. As the decade ended, the world faced the Great Depression. Dictators such as Adolf Hitler began seizing power. Read about the The Roaring Twenties, a decade unlike any other.

In September 1957, nine brave African-American students attempted to do something that had not been done in the segregated South—integrate a public school. Until 1957, black students could not attend school with white students, and black schools were often inferior to white schools. However, in the face of hatred, protest, and violence, these courageous students, who came to be known as the Little Rock Nine, led the charge for change. Through riveting primary source photographs, author David Aretha examines this critical time in the Civil Rights Movement.

Long-haired or short-haired, hairless or tailless—whether you are looking for the perfect pet or simply curious about cats, GET TO KNOW CAT BREEDS will make you purr with delight! It discusses the physical traits, origins, and temperaments of more than forty cat breeds, featured in stunning, full-color photographs. Also read about cat care; including where to find a reputable breeder, vaccinations, grooming, and more.

Kanye West has never been the typical rapper or hip-hop artist. While other rappers are known for their baggy clothes and graphic lyrics, West uses his music to pay tribute to his mother, fight injustice in the world, and spread a positive message. With preppy clothes, honest lyrics, and a trademark teddy bear, West has built his success by breaking the mold.

Martin Luther King, Jr., called Birmingham, Alabama, the most segregated city in America. In 1963, he and other civil rights leaders believed it was time to change that. With marches and protests throughout the city, civil rights activists hoped the movement would draw national attention. Hundreds of young African Americans joined the cause, marching for equal rights. Angry segregationists reacted—violently. And it would play out in newspapers and on television screens across the country. Through dramatic primary source photographs, author David Aretha explores this crucial struggle of the Civil Rights Movement.

After cats and dogs, rabbits are the third most popular pet in the United States. They are cute, cuddly, and fun to play with! But they also need you to take good care of them. In RABBITS, learn about different breeds, setting up the cage, feeding your rabbit a healthy diet, grooming and exercise needs, and helping her get along with other pets. Also read about training your rabbit and what her different behaviors mean. This book will help you keep your rabbit healthy and happy.

In PERFORMING HORSES, read about Tony Maglio and the horses he has trained to appear in movies and television. Discover the history of performing horses, what breeds are used, what being on the job is like for a performing horse, the training involved, and what happens when performing horses retire. Learn how these incredible animals bring joy into people's lives with their amazing talents.