New Releases by Raintree Steck-Vaughn Publishers

Discusses Egypt''s geography, people, and culture, with special emphasis on the challenges presented by economic development.

Discusses the history, economy, culture, and future of Hawaii. Also includes a state chronology, pertinent statistics, and maps.

Presents events in American history that occurred in the lives of Paul Revere, William Billings, Nathan Hale, Francis Marion, Abigail Adams, and Phillis Wheatley.

Details the lives and achievements of six early Americans, including Amerigo Vespucci, Pocahontas, John Peter Zenger, and others.

Describes the early civilizations of North, Central, and South America through the time of Columbus.History of the World examines the development of culture, the arts, economy, government, and religion throughout the world from the beginnings of civilization. Each book in the series recreates the life and times of people from various continents and cultures, providing the basis for a global historical perspective that shows how different civilizations and peoples have influenced each other over the centuries.

Traces the history of Europe from the Paleolithic period to 476.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of various species of birds.

Presents a variety of facts about volcanoes.

A reference book dealing with balloons, gliders, and all manner of aircraft, with special sections on flying animals and on airports.