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The transatlantic slave trade and the fugitive slave laws in the late 18th century led to a significant increase in the number of people seeking freedom. Runaway slaves were often aided in their escape by a growing network of people who saw slavery as morally reprehensible. This work explores this intriguing time in American history.
Profiles the life of the sixteenth-century astronomer who revolutionized science with his theory the Earth revolves around the Sun.
"Covers ghostly phenomena, including specific cases and skeptical arguments against hauntings"--Provided by publisher.
This book describes the voyages of Vasco de Gama, who opened trade with Portugal and India by sailing around the continent of Africa.
A biography of President John Tyler, who at the outset of the Civil War, joined the Confederacy.
This book takes an engaging look at the work of ground-breaking conservationist, Dian Fossey, and her work with mountain gorillas. It covers Fossey's inspiration, her methods, findings, and the impact of her work in Africa.
The story of a young girl, bought as a slave by a Boston family, who learned to write and later became a poet.
A biography of the man who rose through the military ranks to become one of the Confederate Army's inspirational leaders.
A simple biography of John Smith as a young adventurer setting sail for North America and of his time as the leader of Jamestown.