The year 2016 marks the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death. Why do people around the globe still study and perform his plays hundreds of years later? What is it that makes… More →
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This book looks at the history of soccer championships, including the World and Euro Cups, and the Olympics. It also provides highlights of the players and teams to watch for at the 2014… More →
This entertaining series features fascinating quick-reference guides to all the Winter Olympic sports and events. Filled with fun facts, dramatic stories, and dynamic photographs, each book… More →
Learn all about the Women's National Basketball Association. Discover fascinating facts, from record-breaking stars to winning teams and important positions. More →
Despite the Church's views of medieval women as weak, untrustworthy, and not very smart, some women became great achievers and powerful rulers. Women and Girls in the Middle Ages outlines the More →
There's no doubt that women have always been a part of journeys of discovery, from Viking women crossing the ocean to new lands to trade caravans bringing goods through Africa. But there is… More →
Women in the Renaissance investigates how women struggled for identity, influence, power, and recognition in a society dominated by men. Most were forced to serve their husbands and rulers or More →
We've all heard of Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Edison, but very few female inventors are household names. This fascinating book illuminates the history of women who used their brainpower More →
In the 19th century, many brave women made the harsh journey west - some with their families, others in search of more freedom and independence. Women of the West describes the challenges… More →
Ruling queens and politicians are not unusual today, but the stories of their ancestors are often lost in time. This amazing book brings the remarkable lives of ruling women to light,… More →
Did you know the first recorded chemist in history was a woman? Tapputi-Belatekallim lived about 1200 BCE and was the head perfumer for the King of Babylon - a big deal in ancient times when… More →