Michael V. Uschan

Discusses the political, economic, and cultural life of one of the pivotal decades of the twentieth century, a period of transition and crisis for the nation and for its citizens.

Discusses the history of a war without a winner, the beginning of the Cold War, the Cold War turning hot in Korea, North Korea surprising the world, victory at Inchon, China entering the war, the Korean War dividing America, waging peace to win a war, and the aftermath.

"This new series from Lucent Books helps younger researchers understand the role of mythology in major historical cultures of the world. Each volume explores the origins and cultural importance of a specific mythology. Presented in an engaging narrative that explains mythology as a product of the culture that created it, each volume details the major characters, gods/goddesses, and themes reflected in the stories. Volumes also discuss the impact of...

Describes the first battles of the Revolutionary War, their causes, and consequences.

Looks at the history of painted graffiti and explores the work of early artists as well as current ones.

Profiles the life and work of Franklin D. Roosevelt, discussing his early education, illness, political career, achievements during the Great Depression, and legacy.

A biography of the thirty-fifth president of the United States who served from 1961 until his assassination in 1963.

Examines the lives of American soldiers at the onset of war with Iraq, their feelings, living conditions, safety concerns, and more.