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  • The Chinese-American Heritage

    David M. Brownstone

    Library Binding (Facts on File, Nov. 1, 1988)
    Looks at the history of Chinese immigrants in America, decribes their experiences building western railroads, and considers the accomplishments of Chinese-Americans

  • Marine Science Experiments

    Pamela Walker, Elaine Wood

    eBook (Facts on File (J), July 1, 2010)
    The oceans directly influence climate and weather, affecting our daily lives in many ways. Marine science includes all of the sciences related to the sea, including marine biology and oceanography.Providing teachers with new and innovative classroom investigations in a clear and accessible format, Marine Science Experiments presents 20 experiments in this branch of science, on such topics as plankton, salinity, marine sediments, whales, and ocean regions. Experiments are supported by engaging, full-color figures and line illustrations to help hold students' attention while explaining important marine science topics.

  • Encyclopedia of Computer Science and Technology

    Harry Henderson

    (Facts on File, Nov. 1, 2008)
    Computers play a crucial role in our day-to-day lives. With more than 150 black-and-white photographs and illustrations, this title provides an examination of this fascinating field for students and general readers. It covers major corporations and organizations in the computer field.

  • Facts on File Dictionary of Classical and Biblical Allusions

    Martin H. Manser, David Pickering

    Hardcover (Facts on File, Nov. 1, 2003)
    Alphabetically arranged entries explain approximately two thousand words and expressions from the Bible and from the mythology of the Greek, Roman, and Norse cultures among others.

  • Ecology Experiments

    Pamela Walker;Elaine Wood

    Hardcover (Facts on File (J), July 1, 2010)
    Ecology is the study of the relationships between organisms and their living and nonliving environments. This field of science can be divided broadly into two areas: the relationship between an organism and its nonliving environment and the relationship between an organism and other organisms.Ecology Experiments provides students and teachers with the tools they need to explore various ecological issues. The 20 new, hands-on experiments in this book allow students to learn more about this timely scientific field. Filled with vibrant full-color illustrations, as well as an index, glossary, and print and Web resources, this accessible new resource is essential in science classrooms where ecology is part of the lesson plan.
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  • Romanticism And Transcendentalism:

    Jerry Phillips, Andrew Ladd, Ph.D. Anesko, Michael

    Hardcover (Facts on File, Dec. 1, 2005)
    Each title in this series examines the history, development, and people integral to the evolution of American literature in an attempt to place popular American literature in its historical and cultural context.

  • Atmosphere: A Scientific History of Air, Weather, and Climate

    Michael Allaby, Richard Garratt

    eBook (Facts on File, March 1, 2009)
    Presents a history of atmospheric studies, discussing such topics as the study of air, water, and gases throughout the ages, the classification of climates, the development of weather maps and forecasting, and the discovery and theory of the ice ages.

  • America in the 1980s

    Michele L Camardella

    Hardcover (Facts on File, Aug. 1, 2005)
    Designed to be accessible to young readers, these volumes offer a way of learning about the history of America. Each book includes information on what was happening in the arts, sciences, popular culture, fashion, and music. They include 100 or more photographs, box features, pull-out quotations, a glossary, a further reading list, and an index.
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  • The Facts on File Encyclopedia of World Mythology and Legend

    Anthony S. Mercatante, James R. Dow

    Paperback (Facts on File, Jan. 1, 2004)
    Thoroughly revised and expanded, The Facts on File Encyclopedia of World Mythology and Legend, Second Edition presents an incomparable survey of myths, fables and legends from around the world and throughout the ages. This comprehensive work explores the folkways and beliefs of ancient, modern and Western cultures and their connections to the world's major scriptural traditions - Buddhist, Hindu, Jewish, Christian, and Muslim. Entries include: · Summaries of major myths, folktales and fables · Portraits of gods, heroes, saints, demons, and other mythic figures · Meanings and origins of botanical, zoological, and other images and motifs · The influence of myths and legends on art, music and literature Completely revised with new entries and illustrations, this edition also features an updated introduction and bibliography and a comprehensive system of cross-references. An index of myths and legends arranged by culture and ethnic group mak

  • The Birth of Mathematics: Ancient Times to 1300

    Michael J Bradley

    Hardcover (Facts on File, Oct. 1, 2006)
    Profiles 10 individuals from Greece, India, Arabia, and medieval Italy during the time period of 700 BCE to CE 1300 as representatives of the numerous scholars who contributed to the field of mathematics.
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  • A Brief History of Brazil

    Teresa A. Meade

    eBook (Facts on File, Oct. 1, 2009)
    Introduces readers to the dramatic events, notable people, and special customs and traditions that have shaped many of the world's countries. This series touches on factors as diverse as the development of the economy to the role of women in society to changes in the political landscape.

  • A Brief History of Korea

    Mark Peterson, Phillip Margulies

    Hardcover (Facts on File, Dec. 1, 2009)
    A history of Korea from the origins of its people in prehistoric times to the economic and political situation in North and South Korea at the beginning of the 21st century. The book provides a detailed overview of the cultural and historical influences that have shaped Korean society.