Leonard Everett Fisher

Examines the life and discoveries of the noted mathematician, physicist, and astronomer, whose work changed the course of science.

A brief history of the Great Wall of China, begun about 2,200 years ago to keep out Mongol invaders.

Charts the journey of those who followed the Oregon Trail in the first half of the nineteenth century, describes the obstacles and dangers they encountered, and discusses the Trail's eventual decline with the introduction of the cross-country railroad.

Offers brief biographical sketches of the twelve gods and goddesses that reside on Mount Olympus including such information as their Roman names, their parents, and the symbols that represent them.

Describes the day-to-day life of the Anasazi Indians.

A biography of the prolific inventor who had a keen interest in voice and sound and who worked tirelessly on behalf of deaf people.

Retells the Bible story in which a Hebrew shepherd boy kills the giant Philistine warrior Goliath with a slingshot.

Brief text and illustrations retell the story of the Creation.