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Renaissance
AvTom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2009
1 611 kr
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This A-to-Z reference of the European Renaissance features entries on important people, places, and events, and chronicles developments in such areas as the arts, science, religion, and politics. Entries cover key historical figures, significant events, and influential ideas.
Middle Ages
AvTom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2009
1 611 kr
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This encyclopedia provides an abundance of information on the Middle Ages. The Middle Ages began with the fall of the western Roman Empire in the fifth century and ended with the fifteenth century Renaissance. Readers will learn about important religious, political, social, and cultural transformations. Entries cover people, events, and philosophies of the medieval age.
Role of Industry
AvTom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2011
735 kr
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Help your readers understand and confront the role of big industry in global warming. This volume expertly discusses the effects of emissions on the climate. Readers will learn about the Montreal and Kyoto Protocols. They will analyze the future of coal and nuclear alternatives. Carbon trading is explained. Readers will appreciate the discussion on Green Industry as well. Author Tom Streissguth has consulted the works of leading experts in the field to present accurate, unbiased information and to explore all sides.
Extreme Weather
AvTom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2010
735 kr
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Author Tom Streissguth provides an enthralling look into extreme weather. He examines issues from a variety of expert perspectives, highlighting key future challenges, and addressing the pros and cons of potential solutions. Readers will explore the relationship between global climate change and extreme weather, including air and water chemistry, solar radiation, hurricanes, and tropical cyclones, and heat waves. They will learn about other potential future warming and drought. They will examine the experience and impact from the Dust Bowl of the 1930s to the current water crisis in California.
Albania in Pictures
AvTom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2010
462 kr
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Albania maintains a distinct national identity despite a violent history of many different ruling groups. In one of Europe''s poorest nations, resourceful Albanians fight harsh terrain to make agriculture the country''s primary business.
Denmark in Pictures
AvTom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2010
462 kr
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The smallest Scandinavian country, Denmark was once home to Vikings who used the country''s abundant coastline to raid nearby lands. Today, Danes enjoy one of the highest standards of living in the world.
Say It with Music
A Story about Irving Berlin
AvTom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2011
500 kr
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As a boy, Israel Baline had to work after school to help his poor immigrant family. He sold newspapers on street corners to help his family survive. He loved to sing to pass the time, and sometimes listeners tossed an extra penny or two at his feet. No one who heard him could have guessed that he would someday become known as Irving Berlin, the best-loved songwriter in the land. The composer of "God Bless America," "White Christmas," and many other well-known tunes began his musical career on the streets and in the seedy cafes of New York City''s Lower East Side. Author Tom Streissguth tells Berlin''s remarkable story in lively prose that captures the spirit of the long-gone days of ragtime, vaudeville, and Broadway glory.
Science Fiction Pioneer
A Story about Jules Verne
AvTom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2011
500 kr
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When Jules Verne was born in 1828, his family had his future planned out for him. They expected him to become a lawyer, but he dreamed of writing. He started out writing more traditional poetry and plays, but then he began to create a new, unconventional kind of fiction. It combined adventure, the modern world of science and invention, and his personal view of the future. With fantastical characters, spaceships to the moon, and deep-sea submarines, his books told of things that would not actually occur for decades.
Writer of the Plains
A Story about Willa Cather
AvTom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2011
500 kr
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From the time she was a young child, Willa Cather had a gift with words and she loved stories. As a child on the Nebraska prairie, she heard many stories from her neighbors, many of them immigrants, and she never forgot them. She begun to write stories of her own, and even after she became a successful journalist, she made time for them. Her great novels of the prairie, such as O Pioneers! and My Antonia, established her as one of the finest writers of all time. In Writer of the Plains, author Tom Streissguth paints a clear and interesting portrait of this complex and independent woman.
Security Agencies of the United States
How the CIA, FBI, NSA, and Homeland Security Keep Us Safe
AvTom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2013
524 kr
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Students will learn about America''s Security Agencies and how they keep us safe.
Getting the Hang of Fashion and Dress Codes
A How-to Guide
AvTom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2011
524 kr
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What''s your readers'' fashion; preppy, punk, goth, a mix, or something altogether different? Author Tom Streissguth takes on the world of style, fashion, marketing, and the question of dress codes and uniforms, and the history of some of the more interesting fashion choices.
District of Columbia v. Heller
The Right to Bear Arms Case
AvTom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2010
524 kr
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On June 26, 2008, the Supreme Court announced its decision in the case of District of Columbia v. Heller. By a vote of 5 to 4, the court struck down a ban on guns as a violation of the Second Amendment. Still, the debate rages on. Does a private citizen still have the right to own a gun for self-defense of the home? Did the government have the right to restrict an entire class of weapons, either by levying taxes or banning them altogether? Tom Streissguth looks at all of the sides of this complex and controversial legal debate.
In Nevada
Journalism 1862-1864
AvMark Twain,Tom Streissguth
Häftad, Engelska, 2015
258 kr
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Wilderness: Vol. 1: Journalism 1886 - 1901
AvTheodore Roosevelt,Tom Streissguth
Häftad, Engelska, 2015
374 kr
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Undercover
Reporting for The New York World 1887 - 1894
AvNellie Bly,Tom Streissguth
Häftad, Engelska, 2014
264 kr
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System
Journalism 1897 - 1920
AvLincoln Steffens,Tom Streissguth
Häftad, Engelska, 2014
263 kr
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Sony: Makers of the PlayStation
Makers of the PlayStation
AvTom Streissguth
Inbunden, Engelska, 2023
496 kr
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This book introduces readers to Sony, the technology company behind the PlayStation consoles and hit franchises such as Uncharted, God of War, and Gran Turismo. Readers will explore the company's history, its focus on games with immersive and thrilling narratives, and how the company continues to innovate today. Features include infographics, a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Yellowstone National Park
AvTom Streissguth
Inbunden, Engelska, 2025
495 kr
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The unique landscape of the Yellowstone region has long captivated visitors with its steaming geysers, colorful hot springs, and diverse wildlife. Since becoming the first national park in the United States, the site has continued to attract millions of people. Yellowstone National Park provides historical information about the region and an overview of what visitors can see and experience at the park today. Features include a glossary, a map, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Batman and Superman
AvTom Streissguth
Inbunden, Engelska, 2025
496 kr
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Since their creation in the 1930s, Batman and Superman have become two of the most popular DC Comics superheroes. They have captivated fans across many forms of entertainment, including comic books, TV shows, movies, video games, and more. Batman and Superman explores the history of these heroes and examines their influence on popular culture today. Features include a glossary, a timeline, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Investigating the D.B. Cooper Hijacking
AvTom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2019
533 kr
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In 1971, D.B. Cooper jumped out of an airplane with $200,000 in ransom money. Today, the hijacking is the only unsolved air piracy case in the United States. Learn more in Investigating the D.B. Cooper Hijacking, a World’s Greatest Mysteries book.
Raoul Wallenberg
AvEmma Simon,Tom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2015
566 kr
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In 1935, Swede Raoul Wallenberg graduated from the University of Michigan. He returned to Sweden, but soon World War II erupted. Sweden remained neutral during the war, which enabled Wallenberg to travel as a salesman throughout Europe. Because of his brilliant command of languages and Swedish citizenship, Wallenberg was chosen to work for the U.S. War Refugee Board in Hungary. His mission was to rescue Jews in Budapest from the Nazis and their monstrous death camps. This volume''s gripping narrative transports readers to the turbulent last days of the war, when Wallenberg''s heroic actions helped to save thousands of Jews and holocaust victims.
The Vietnam War
AvTom Streissguth
Inbunden, Engelska, 2018
303 kr
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Manson Family Murders
AvTom Streissguth
Inbunden, Engelska, 2019
496 kr
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The Manson Family Murders explores all sides of these famous killings. It discusses police investigations, conspiracy theories, societal impacts, and more related to Charles Manson and his Family's crimes. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Adidas
AvTom Streissguth
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
496 kr
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Adidas examines the history of the German shoe and apparel brand and its place in the sports world today. Readers will learn about the company's founder, innovative products, and controversies. With exciting sports photos and in-depth sidebars, the book presents a well-rounded picture of the Adidas brand. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Afghanistan
AvTom Streissguth
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
496 kr
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This title highlights major destinations within Afghanistan and the people who shape the nation's culture. Readers will learn about the geography, wildlife, history, people, and economy of Afghanistan, gaining an understanding of what life looks like in the country today. Features include a glossary, a map, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Daniel Boone
AvTom Streissguth
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2001
558 kr
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Daniel Boone loved to explore and hunt in the wilderness. As a boy, he learned the ways of the woods from Indians and hunters. Then Daniel heard of a place called Kentucky and he decided to move west. In his quest for adventure, Daniel inspired others to explore the American West--and became a legend.
World War I Aftermath
AvTom Streissguth
Inbunden, Engelska, 2015
496 kr
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Sherman’s March to the Sea
AvTom Streissguth
Inbunden, Engelska, 2020
411 kr
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This title focuses on Sherman’s March to the Sea, guiding readers through its historical context, goals, and impact on military strategy. Critical thinking questions and two “Voices from the Past” special features help readers understand and analyze the various views people held at the time.
Sherman’s March to the Sea
AvTom Streissguth
Häftad, Engelska, 2020
157 kr
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This title focuses on Sherman’s March to the Sea, guiding readers through its historical context, goals, and impact on military strategy. Critical thinking questions and two “Voices from the Past” special features help readers understand and analyze the various views people held at the time.
How to Identify False Information
AvTom Streissguth
Inbunden, Engelska
607 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar

Tom Streissguth – författare

Renaissance

Middle Ages

Role of Industry

Extreme Weather

Albania in Pictures

Denmark in Pictures

Say It with Music

Science Fiction Pioneer

Writer of the Plains

Security Agencies of the United States

Getting the Hang of Fashion and Dress Codes

District of Columbia v. Heller

In Nevada

Wilderness: Vol. 1: Journalism 1886 - 1901

Undercover

System

Sony: Makers of the PlayStation

Yellowstone National Park

Batman and Superman

Investigating the D.B. Cooper Hijacking

Raoul Wallenberg

The Vietnam War

Manson Family Murders

Adidas

Afghanistan

Daniel Boone

World War I Aftermath

Sherman’s March to the Sea

Sherman’s March to the Sea

How to Identify False Information