New Releases by Adam Woog

For more than 4,000 years, the land known as Syria was marched over, sacked, and occupied by soldiers of many empires of the world. In 1516, Syria became part of the vast Ottoman Empire of the Turks. After the Ottomans' defeat in World War I, Syria came under the authority of France. In 1946, Syria gained its independence, but began several decades of unstable government that ended with the election of Hafez Assad as president in 1970. His son Bashar Assad became his unlikely successor in 2000 and is credited with bringing his country into the 21st century. Today, Syria has been criticized for its influence in Lebanese affairs and for its suspected terrorist funding.

Explores guys' body image, and discusses how to maintain a healthy body image.

An investigation of mummies.

The Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, known locally as the Ballard Locks, are an integral part of Seattle's extensive waterways. The busiest facility of their kind in America, the Ballard Locks form the heart of the channel connecting Puget Sound's saltwater with Seattle's main freshwater lakes. When completed in 1917, the locks were second only in size to the Panama Canal and the first of their kind on the West Coast. They function primarily to maintain the lakes" levels and allow the movement of vessels between them and the sea. The Ballard Locks are among Seattle's top tourist attractions; more than one million people visit annually. They watch salmon and other fish migrate through the fish ladder, visit the botanical gardens, and watch the nonstop parade of ships--from working vessels to pleasure craft--as they rise and fall in the locks.

For over 50 years, the conflict between the Palestinians and the Israelis in their fight for land about the size of Vermont has demanded constant media attention. The PNA was created in the hopes of negotiating a permanent Palestinian government and peace between two groups that have historically been at odds.

Americas food supply is one of the safest in the world. So why are there so many reports of people getting sick from food? Spinach, burgers, lettuce, and chicken are just a few of the commonly eaten foods that have been involved in food scares in recent years. Making sure food is safe to eat challenges experts in many fields.

Author Adam Woog explores the powerful creature, King Kong. This book covers the storyline and the special effects for the original and remake of King Kong, and explains how both movies have influenced television, comic books, and other movies.

Describes the life and work of the award-winning musician whose success has continued for over thirty years.

Emmanuel Osofu Yeboah was born with a deformed leg in a Ghana, where disabled people are considered burdens to society. In 2001, Emmanuel devoted himself to changing this view and biked one-legged 370 miles around Ghana. Through continued efforts, he has forever changed his nation's treatment and view of the disabled.

Read about the life of a young woman who works to change the lives of women in India.

Examines the events of the civil rights movement.

Learn the story of this American music form.

Discusses the discovery of the microscope, its early uses, and the advances in medicine because of it.

An overview of the beliefs and practices of Judaism.

Knights were the most important soldiers of the Medieval era. They were powerful killing machines and capable of great violence, but they also came to represent the chivalrous ideals of honor, nobility, and romantic love. Hundreds of years after the last knights disappeared, stories about them continue to thrill us.

Discusses the development of the English theater during the Elizabethan era, including the origins of Elizabethan theater and dramas, the influence of the queen and the church, and the impact of various playwrights and actors.

Examines the daily life of sweatshop workers and related issues.

Profiles rock and roll legends including, Elvis Presley, John Lennon, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Bruce Springsteen, Johnny Rotten, and Kurt Cobain.

Discusses the lives of eight famous magicians, including Robert-Houdin, Herrman the Great, Kellar, Harry Houdini, Jasper Maskelyne, David Copperfield, and Penn and Teller.

Examines the personal life, career, and success of the creator of the "Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones" movies, whose technological innovations have had a major impact on the film industry.

Presents an overview of various species of shark, how they have become endangered, and what is being done to protect them from extinction.

Examines the cultural significance, influence, and legacy of the English pop group.

Recounts the star's last night alive and offers an assortment of possible theories on her death.

Surveys the social phenomenon of suicide, its causes, primary victims, and prevention.

A biography of the jazz trumpeter and singer known as Satchmo.

Describes the characteristics of poltergeists and their behavior and examines the controversy surrounding their existence

Surveys 100 years of inventions in the Pacific Northwest, in such fields as outdoor gear, games, fishing and shipbuilding, and medicine.