Traces the life of a young Jewish girl who became famous after her death in the Holocaust, when her diary was published.

A biography of the nun who founded the Missionary Sisters and Brothers of Charity and gained wide recognition for her work with the destitute and dying in Calcutta and other places. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979.

A book about the French revolution.

This book describes the world of the ancient Greeks, presenting information on their history, government, and culture.

Describes the development of penicillin, from its discovery and use in World War II to the possible implications of overuse.

A look at six great events which changed the course of history. Based on the background information, readers are then asked to decide what might happen next.

In this series, each title centers on a major event. It describes the event, discusses how it came about, and talks about its effects on the world. It also compares the event to other important moments in history.

In this series, each title centers on a major event. It describes the event, discusses how it came about, and talks about its effects on the world. It also compares the event to other important moments in history.

Nationalism is a powerful force that taps into people's feelings of pride, fear, and hartred. It has been behind the formation of nation-states, the collapes of colonialism, and the creation of new countries. This book traces the history of nationalism and nation-states from their rise in Europe and America in the late 1700's to the continuing conflicts that they cause today. It also looks at the relationship between nationalism and other significant...