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Pneumonia
Chelsea House, Christine Adamec
Hardcover (Chelsea House Publications, June 1, 2011)Pneumonia is a major lung infection that is caused by a virus, bacterium, or fungus. It can be mild, serious, or even fatal in its impact. An estimated 4 million people develop pneumonia in the United States annually. This book explains the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this serious disease.
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The Progressive Movement: Advocating Social Change
Tim McNeese
eBook (Chelsea House Publications, Nov. 1, 2007)Introduced in the last decade of the 19th century as a direct response to the changes brought about by industrialisation, the progressive movement helped reform the political process in the US. This text brings the incredible story of the progressive movement to life.
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Early Explorers of North America
Keith C. Wilbur
Library Binding (Chelsea House Publications, March 15, 1653)None
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Planetary Motion
P Andrew Karam, Ben P Stein
Library Binding (Chelsea House Publications, May 1, 2009)Thousands of years ago, people fascinated by the motions of a few wandering 'stars'. Today, people know these objects are planets, but the quest to reach this understanding took thousands of years. This title helps to learn how scientists have found new planets outside the solar system, and continue their search for planets like Earth.
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The History of the Democratic Party
Heather Lehr Wagner
eBook (Chelsea House Publications, July 1, 2007)When the Democratic Party was first established by Thomas Jefferson in 1800, it was actually known as the Republican Party. Today it is the oldest political party in the United States. This work offers students the history of this major political entity. It also includes color photographs, sidebars, and a glossary.
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Charles Dickens Great Expectations
Sterling Professor of Humanities Harold Bloom
eBook (Chelsea House Publications, March 1, 2005)- Comprehensive reading and study guides for some of the world's most important literary masterpieces - Concise critical excerpts provide a scholarly overview of each work - The Story Behind the Story details the conditions under which the work was written - Each book includes a biographical sketch of the author, a descriptive list of characters, an extensive summary and analysis, and an annotated bibliography
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Clarence Thomas: Supreme Court Justice
Vicki Cox
Library Binding (Chelsea House Publications, Sept. 1, 2008)The second black man to be appointed to the Supreme Court, Clarence Thomas has achieved what few people - no matter their race - can aspire to. To get there, Thomas had to endure years of struggle, starting with his upbringing in rural Georgia. In this book, read about the ascent of a man driven to achieve success.
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Dreams and Astral Travel
Rosemary Ellen Guiley
eBook (Chelsea House Publications, Sept. 1, 2009)Explores the mysteries surrounding dreams and looks at experiences that suggest that dreams are far more than the result of mere imagination and subconscious thoughts of individuals. This volume includes practical tips on how young readers can better understand their own dreams and put dreams to work for them.
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Booker T. Washington: Educator and Spokesman
Professor Alan Schroeder
Hardcover (Chelsea House Publications, March 1, 2005)- Each book focuses on the contribution made by the figure and his or her influence on later generations - In Their Own Words boxes feature quotes from the subject - Did you Know? boxes highlight short pieces of little-known information about the person - The final chapter in each book delves into the legacy of the leader's thoughts and deeds for the new generations of Black Americans
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Bill Cosby: Entertainer and Activist
Sonya Kimble-Ellis
Library Binding (Chelsea House Publications, Aug. 1, 2010)Bill Cosby began his career as a comedian while he was still a college student. A talented athlete who could have become a track star, Cosby believed that his knack for telling jokes could earn him a living. After dropping out of school, he began appearing in clubs in New York and Las Vegas, where his comedic talents quickly became apparent. His stand-up routines, films, books, and creation of and work on the TV cartoon Fat Albert & the Cosby Kids and the wildly popular sitcom The Cosby Show have secured his place as one of the greatest comedians in entertainment history. In addition to entertaining audiences, Cosby is also highly regarded as a philanthropist and community activist. Read about the one-and-only Bill Cosby in this all-new biography that highlights his contributions to American society and his influence on generations of black Americans.
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Chris Rock: Comedian and Actor
Anne M Todd
Library Binding (Chelsea House Publications, Aug. 1, 2006)Each title features: - In Their Own Words boxes offering selected quotations from the subject - Did You Know? boxes that highlight fascinating facts about each person - Chronology, suggestions for further reading, and a listing of related Web sites. - A final chapter that delves into the legacy of the subject's thoughts and deeds for new generations of black Americans.
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Condoleezza Rice: Stateswoman
Janet Hubbard-Brown
Library Binding (Chelsea House Publications, Feb. 1, 2008)In 1954, Condoleezza Rice was born in Birmingham, Alabama. Rice became an accomplished pianist, student, and ice skater. She was the first female provost at Stanford University in California, the first black female national security advisor, and the first black female secretary of state. This title tells her life story.
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