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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.
This biography examines the life of Amelia Earhart. The book includes biographies of other historical people and a family tree.
"Covers ghostly phenomena, including specific cases and skeptical arguments against hauntings"--Provided by publisher.
The story of a young girl, bought as a slave by a Boston family, who learned to write and later became a poet.
This book describes the voyages of Vasco de Gama, who opened trade with Portugal and India by sailing around the continent of Africa.
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.
Readers learn about different types of genetic disorders. They learn how some are passed down from parent to child while others happen when the environment affects genes.
A biography of President John Tyler, who at the outset of the Civil War, joined the Confederacy.
A biography of the twenty-fifth president of the United States, discussing his personal life, education, and political career.