Most Popular Books by Michael Burgan

This volume provides comprehensive information on the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941 and the differing perspectives accompanying it.

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.

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

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

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

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

Present your readers with an in-depth account of the Golden State''s rich history. Drawing from primary sources and the latest information about the people, events, geography, and government, the book is a great resource for research projects and independent reading.

"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"--

In America today, for the first time in world history, every major form of Buddhism is practiced in one nation. Buddhist Faith in America describes how this ancient faith has been as deeply affected by America as America has been affected by it.

Discusses the discovery and escavation of King Tutankhamen''s tomb and the myth of the curse that seemed to afflict those involved in the tomb''s exploration. In graphic novel format, tells of the mystery surrounding the search for the tomb and treasures of King Tutankhamen, the mummy''s curse, and the illnesses of archeologists who have explored Egyptian tombs.

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

Presents a history of influenza, discusses how it is spread, and explains how vaccines are developed.

What would you do with a billion dollars? This question gets a definitive answer from billionaire Richard Branson: do everything! Born into a wealthy family in London, Branson suffered from dyslexia and was a poor student. Still, his knack for business started early with a successful parakeet-breeding enterprise at age 11.The charismatic entrepreneur launched his first major business, Virgin Records, at age 22 and spent the next few decades building the Virgin group that now includes more than 400 companies. Known for his eccentric lifestyle and trillion-watt smile, Branson’s hot air balloon flights, innovative leadership, and world record attempts have made him an instantly-recognizable global icon.

A biography of the forty-third president of United States which discusses his personal life, education, and political career.

He was only 42 years old when he was sworn in as President of the United States in 1901, making TR the youngest president ever. But did you know that he was also the first sitting president to win the Nobel Peace Prize? The first to ride in a car? The first to fly in an airplane? Theodore Roosevelt’s achievements as a naturalist, hunter, explorer, author, and soldier are as much a part of his fame as any office he held as a politician. Find out more about The Bull Moose, the Progressive, the Rough Rider, the Trust Buster, and the Great Hunter who was our larger-than-life 26th president in Who Was Theodore Roosevelt?

"Discusses Jackie Robinson''s breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball and an iconic photograph that captured the historic even"--

Traces the personal life and career of professional wrestler Steve Austin.

A biography of Barack Obama, the forty-fourth president of the United States.

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