Books in Gateway Fact Book series

Briefly discusses many "firsts"--such as the first dog in orbit, first human in space, first space station, first planetary probes--and the subsequent activity in these and other areas relating to space flight.

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Describes our early ancestors, human survival during the Ice Ages, the development of farming, and the growth of towns and cities and explains Darwin's theory, archaeological methods, and scientific dating techniques

Traces the history of the bicycle from early examples to modern bikes and motorcycles and describes how they work, as well as the vast variety available today

A brief history of flying machines from the first rudimentary craft built in the nineteenth century to the sleek, sophisticated jets that ply the airspace today.

Presents various aspects of the earth, including its origin, weather, oceans and seas, atmosphere, living inhabitants, and possible future appearance.

Describes the history and culture of Egypt, China, Mycenae, Crete, Assyria, Greece, and Rome, and explains how archaeologists study ancient cultures

Basic facts about plants around the world, their propagation, their environment, and their uses.

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Follows the development of various breeds of horses throughout history; illustrates their different characteristics, points, and markings; and examines the special relationship between animal and human in work, sports, and leisure

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