New Releases by John Hamilton

Reprint of the original, first published in 1836. The Antigonos publishing house specialises in the publication of reprints of historical books. We make sure that these works are made available to the public in good condition in order to preserve their cultural heritage.

This title examines the US Navy, the largest navy in the world. Readers will learn about the Navy's origins as the Continental Navy in 1775, during the Revolutionary War. Other topics include training, aircraft carriers, Naval aircraft, amphibious assault ships, cruisers, destroyers, frigates, ballistic missile submarines, and attack submarines. A Table of Contents, Glossary, Index, and full-color photos are also included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

In this title, readers will examine early battles of the American Revolution, including the Capture of Fort Ticonderoga, the Siege of Boston, and the Battles of Bunker Hill and Breed's Hill. The creation of the Continental Army is covered, as is the invasion of Canada and the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the Battle of Long Island. Important leaders of the Continental and British armies, George Washington and William Howe, are introduced. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Ready. Set. Read! Formula One Cars brings the speed and danger to the reader in large, full-color photographs that explain and help visualize the history, capabilities, and technology of these exhilarating machines. Get ready to taste asphalt and eat dust in one of the world's most exciting sport! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

A two-volume account published in 1842 by geologist William Hamilton, describing his travels and researches in Asia Minor in 1835.

An introduction to the history, printing, and production of books.

Joins the Lewis and Clark Expedition in the spring of 1806 as its members leave Fort Clatsop and return home.

National Parks are part of the heritage of America, and this title examines one of the most compelling parks in the country, Rocky Mountain National Park. Students will examine the ecosystems, geology, and the flora and fauna that makes Rocky Mountain National Park unique. Readers will learn this park's history from early human habitation through its designation as a national park, and examine the conflict between conservation and tourism that challenges efforts to preserve this national treasure for future generations. Includes original photos from award-winning author/photographer John Hamilton. ABDO & Daughters is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

National Parks are part of the heritage of America, and this title examines one of the most compelling parks in the country, Grand Teton National Park. Students will examine the ecosystems, geology, and the flora and fauna that makes Grand Teton National Park unique. Readers will learn this park's history from early human habitation through its designation as a national park, and examine the conflict between conservation and tourism that challenges efforts to preserve this national treasure for future generations. Includes original photos from award-winning author/photographer John Hamilton. ABDO & Daughters is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

National Parks are part of the heritage of America, and this title examines one of the most compelling parks in the country, Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Students will examine the ecosystems, geology, and the flora and fauna that makes Theodore Roosevelt National Park unique. Readers will learn this park's history from early human habitation through its designation as a national park, and examine the conflict between conservation and tourism that challenges efforts to preserve this national treasure for future generations. Includes original photos from award-winning author/photographer John Hamilton. ABDO & Daughters is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

National Parks are part of the heritage of America, and this title examines one of the most compelling parks in the country, Death Valley National Park. Students will examine the ecosystems, geology, and the flora and fauna that makes Death Valley unique. Readers will learn this park's history from early human habitation through its designation as a national park, and examine the conflict between conservation and tourism that challenges efforts to preserve this national treasure for future generations. Includes original photos from award-winning author/photographer John Hamilton. ABDO & Daughters is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

This book introduces the main investigative force in the United States, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), which is part of the U.S. Department of Justice. Historical information covers Attorney General Charles J. Bonaparte's formation of a federal investigative force, early special agents and the crimes they investigated, original director Stanley W. Finch, famous criminals such as John Dillinger, long-term director J. Edgar Hoover, and investigations during World War II, the Cold War, the Vietnam War, and post-9/11 America. The book highlights the categories of crimes the FBI investigates, including counterintelligence to prevent spying within the United States, counterterrorism to prevent attacks, violent crimes such as kidnapping, organized crime, which might include undercover work, white-collar crime, which relates to illegal business practices, cybercrime to prevent computer attacks, and civil rights such as hate crimes and discrimination. Other chapters introduce the reader to organizational changes after September 11, requirements for application, the FBI Academy, training including weapons, self-defense, law, and science classes, the FBI Laboratory and its studies of fingerprints, DNA, and profiling, the headquarters, and the variety of jobs available from special agents to support such as lawyers, computer experts, and language specialists. Full-color photographs, sidebars, fun facts, a graphic timeline, a glossary, and an index accompany this easy-to-read text.

Introduces young readers to the world of science fiction.

Introduces young readers to the world of science fiction.

Introduces young readers to the world of science fiction.

Discusses the history of this national park, its geological features, plant and animal life, visiting the park, and efforts to preserve it.

Discusses the history of this national park, its geological features, plant and animal life, dangers in the park, and efforts to preserve it.

Discusses the history of this national park, its geological features, human population, plant and animal life, dangers in the park, and efforts to preserve it.

Explores the characters of fantasy & folklore and places them in historical context.