R. Conrad Stein

Describes the geography, history, plants and animals, economy, language, religions, culture, and people of Denmark.

"Examines the United States at war in Europe during World War II, including the causes of war, important battles and military leaders, life for soldiers, the home front, and the downfall of Nazi Germany"--Provided by publisher.

In the Civil War, the Union's victory over the Confederacy was largely due in part to the superior Northern railroads, which kept the military stocked with supplies. As a result, the United States realized the great value of a transcontinental railroad and pushed to connect the east with the west. Author R. Conrad Stein tells the stories of those who, whether motivated by money and greed or by idealism and dedication to a lofty goal, played a part...

Describes the geography, history, plants and animals, economy, language, religions, culture, and people of Austria.

Explores the land, people, history, economy, and travel opportunities of the state of Washington.

An introduction to the geography, history, economy, culture, government, and people of the very varied country of Mexico.

Describes the events preceding, during, and following this noted event, which helped precipitate the American Revolutionary War.

Describes the Federal government's seizure of Cherokee lands in Georgia and the forced migration of the Cherokee Nation to Oklahoma along the route that came to be known as the Trail of Tears.