Best Selling Books by Michael Burgan

Tensions have been brewing in Europe for years. Finally the 1914 assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary sets off four bloody years of war that eventually involved the entire world, including the United States. It will be called the "war to end all wars." Experience it from two opposing perspectives.

When the United States won its independence from Great Britain, it also won new lands. Soon, the Louisiana Purchase doubled the country''s size. These new lands had to be explored and settled. Brave explorers, such as Lewis and Clark, soon blazed a trail to the West. How did the United States grow after the American Revolution? Why did Thomas Jefferson buy Louisiana from France? What did Lewis and Clark discover on their journey?

Biography of Alexander the Great.

In graphic novel format, tells the story of the Boston Massacre.

"In graphic novel format, tells the story of the Battle of Gettysburg, the three-day battle that was the turning point in the Civil War"--Provided by publisher.

This series for less able readers covers key modern history topics in an exciting, approachable way. Each title covers a major war or conflict from the 20th Century and looks at the causes, major incidents and results from the point of view of the people who lived through it. Featuring primary and secondary sources, plus exciting real-life stories, each book describes the sequence of events clearly and holds the reader''s attention.

Describes the history, production, and different models of the Toyota Land Cruiser, a sport utility vehicle originally created to allow police and military to travel off paved roads.

A biography of the Ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius, whose teachings greatly influenced Chinese culture.

Introduces the Navy special forces known as SEALs, describing their mission, history, and the equipment they use.

Describes the history, development, and design of the various models of Porsche 911s that have been made since its introduction in 1964.

"1980 Winter Olympics hockey game for the gold between the United States and Soviet Union"--

Presents a history of earthquakes, profiles child survivors and their later successes, and highlights organizations that have helped victims.

"Political Science: Level Y"--P. [4] of cover.

Discusses the controversy of sightings of Bigfoot in the woods of North America and what scientists think of the sightings.

Recounts photographer Lewis Hines'' fight against child labor in the early 1900s and discusses how his work and the work of others revealed truths about the issue to the public.

Presents a narrative of the personalities, political machinations, conflicts, and outcomes of the Cold War from the post-World War II development of the "iron curtain" to the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Describes the history, production, and design of various models of the Pontiac Firebird since its origin in the late 1960s.

In this fascinating graphic novel, witness the real-life debates, disagreements, and compromises that led to the formation of the U.S. Constitution during the Constitutional Convention of 1787. Eye-popping artwork and easy-to-read text offer an appealing, accessible alternative for nonfiction readers. An additional information section provides key facts and further understanding. The perfect book for budding historians, comic book fans, and everyone in between!

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- Table of contents, index, and glossary- Additional resources, maps, important dates, and facts- Primary source documents and illustrations- Maps and timelines- Resources for more information

"Discusses the shooting deaths of Kent State University students by the National Guard in 1970 and the iconic photograph that became a symbol of the antiwar movement"--

Examines how the Miranda right, "the right to remain silent" was implemented in the United States.

Explores one of the largest empires in the history of the world.

Follows the discovery and excavation of the tomb of King Tutankhamen, also known as King Tut, and the myth of the curse that afflicted those involved in the tomb''s exploration. Written in graphic-novel format.

Recounts the events leading up to the colonists'' defiant act against the British known as the Boston Tea Party, which ultimately climaxed in the American Revolution.

A biography of Nikola Tesla, physicist, inventor, and electrical engineer.

Describes different kinds of roller coasters, their history, and how they operate.

Explains the history and meaning behind the Monroe Doctrine, which rejected European attempts to establish new colonies in the Americas.

"Describes the people and events of the Great Depression. The reader''s choices reveal the historical details from the perspectives of a Bonus Army marcher, a teenager riding the rails, and a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes the uniforms, gear, and weapons used by the Axis Powers and Allied Powers during World War II"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the rise and fall and spheres of influence, society and daily life, key events, and important figures of the Roman Empire.

A biography of George Washington Carver, who dedicated himself to the study of plants and distinguished himself at the Tuskegee Institute.

Read about the life of this rich and powerful capitalist.

"Explores and analyzes the historical context and significance of the iconic Joe Rosenthal photograph"--Provided by publisher.

North America was a rich land, full of natural resources. European nations raced to set up colonies in order to make use of these resources. The continent''s reputation as a land of opportunity attracted thousands of settlers, but life for these colonists was hard and sometimes dangerous. Book jacket.

Profiles the life of Samuel Adams and explores his role in the tax rebellion and the Boston Tea Party.

Presents a narrative of the personalities, political machinations, conflicts, and outcomes of the Cold War from the post-World War II development of the "iron curtain" to the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Details the 1886 tragedy near Chicago''s Haymarket Square, where many people were killed and injured as labor disputes between workers and business owners became violent.