New Releases by Michael Burgan

A biography of the famous seventeenth-century English scientist, Robert Hooke, who investigated light, sound, and microscopic organisms.

Chronicles the separation of East and West Berlin in the post-World War II years and the closing of the borders on August 13, 1961 when East Germany''s Communist government stopped its citizens from fleeing to the West.

Charlie O''Leary goes on a ship looking for his brother but becomes a part of the Battle of New Orleans.

Biography of Alexander the Great.

Tells the story of Benedict Arnold''s heroism and betrayal during the American Revolution, in graphic-novel format.

Profiles the removal of Japanese Americans to relocation centers and internment camps during World War II.

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

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

"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.

Profiles the life and career of the author of Common sense, his time in a French prison, his release, and his contributions to American history.

The story of the creation of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Presented in graphic format.

Read about the life of this rich and powerful capitalist.

Learn about the life of this American genius.

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

Describes the Valley of the Kings, the tombs and mummies found there, and what scientists have learned from the area''s discoveries.

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

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.

In graphic novel format, this book tells the true story of the 1831 Virginia slave rebellion led by slave Nat Turner, who believed he was a prophet.

Describes the system by which black slaves escaped captivity in the southern United States.

This book describes the life and accomplishments of John Winthrop, who served twelve terms as governor of Massachusetts Bay Colony and who wrote in his journal about the events that came to be called the Great Migration.

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.

Profiles the life of suffragist Elizabeth Cady Stanton and her role in the women''s suffrage movement that eventually led to the women''s right to vote.

A biography highlighting the life, career, and the impact of rock musician, Jim Morrison.

Discusses the role women played during the American Revolution, both at home and on the battlefield.

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

Discusses the Stamp Act, its effect on the American colonies, and role it played in securing independence.

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

Describes the events at Valley Forge and the difficulties the army faced.

- 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

Describes the Vietnam War from the standpoint of the people in it, with every other page a letter or other writing from someone who was there or directly involved with the conflict.