Famed for its cafe culture, Paris has long been regarded as a city of love, light, and literature. Visitors to this dynamic city can choose from any number of cafes, museums, and cathedrals to get a feel for the city's rich literary history. This guide provides information on Paris, and its role as a popular setting in literature.

Brown v Board of Education of Topeka case of 1954, declared that separate educational facilities were inherently unequal and therefore unconstitutional, the civil rights movement began to gain momentum. This book spotlights the rise of the civil rights movement, offering a look at one of the remarkable and influential movements in US history.

Takes a look at London's place in literary history. This work includes an introduction by esteemed literary critic Harold Bloom, and a literary and cultural history of the city, describing its development from an important trading center for the Saxon kingdoms to its position as Europe's largest city.

The Handmaids Tale.

Provides information on the biology of cancer and the stages of development.

Rome is often associated with writers that have visited and been inspired by the Eternal City. This guide provides information for literature lovers, describing its development from its founding by Romulus and Remus to its function as a setting in many international mystery novels. It features color illustrations of literary landmarks, and more.

Provides information on the biology of cancer and genetics.

Invasive Species examines the effect of humans and travel in moving these organisms around the globe.

Charts the history of the disease and the changes it effected on world society.

Concise, yet packed with information, these user-friendly volumes are introductions to modern nations of the world.

Covering a wide array of high-interest topics, from DNA analysis to drug-induced crime, Inside Forensic Science spotlights this headline-making field.

Covering a wide array of high-interest topics, from DNA analysis to drug-induced crime, Inside Forensic Science spotlights this headline-making field.

One of the most popular musicians of the 20th century, Bob Marley lives on as an icon of reggae music. This biography provides an introduction to the celebrated singer/songwriter, guitarist, and activist. It shows readers how Marley became an international symbol of peace, love, and struggle against oppression before his death at the age of 36.

Charts the history of the disease and the changes it effected on world society.

Describes the factors that led to the Dust Bowl conditions, how those affected coped, and what can be learned from the tragedy, considered by many to be one of America's worst prolonged environmental disasters.

Students seeking current biographies of the 43rd president will reach for this full-color, highly readable new portrait: George W. Bush.

Provides information on the biology of cancer and its causes.