Leila Merrell Foster

This book describes the life and contributions of the man who helped make France an ally of the American colonies to win the Revolutionary War. Franklin was also a leader in studying electricity, wrote POOR RICHARD'S ALMANAC, and served as a member of the Constitutional Convention.

Discusses the life of the multi-talented American who was a scientist and an inventor, a writer and a printer, as well as playing an influential role in the early history of the United States.

Examines the causes and events of the Persian Gulf War that followed Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in 1990.

An introduction to the land, culture, and people of Puerto Rico.

Presents a history of the tense, often combative, relations between western canpitalist and eastern socialist countries during the period following World War II.

Describes the life of ecologist Rachel Carson, with emphasis on the importance of her books for the environmental movement.

Introduces the geography, history, government, religion, and culture of Jordan.

Describes the social reform work done by President Johnson and the significant legislative accomplishments through which he hoped to help blacks and the poor of America.