Primary source documents explain the concept of socialism, how it came to be, and how it still affects us today.

Traces the process and influences behind the writing of Robert Louis Stevenson's novel, Treasure Island, which was published in 1883 when the horrors of piracy were fresh in the public mind.

Details the events of the Middle Ages, including the fall of Rome, the Crusades, and the Mongol invasions, and includes samples of primary sources from the time period.

'A photograph is worth a thousand words' has never been more fitting than in this thought-provoking book. Photographs serve as snapshots of time, capturing the emotions, humanity, and history of a specific moment. Since the camera's invention, photographs have captured pivotal moments that defined and shaped American history. Young readers will examine this book's photographs as primary sources. Readers will investigate the context of each photograph...

"The abolition of slavery was debated for years in the courts of the United States. Learn about some of the most important cases and debates in this book complete with timeline, primary sources, photographs, and excerpts from the time period"--Provided by the publisher

This book introduces the life of Abigail Adams, the wife of President John Adams, an independent woman who ran a farm in her husband's absence and spoke and wrote about women's rights.

This book describes the life and notable accomplishments of Ben Franklin, printer, statesman, writer, and inventor.

"Uses primary sources to tell the story of the Dust Bowl"--

This is a brief history of the White House with an emphasis on its role as an American symbol.