New Releases by Rebecca Stefoff

Presents the history of the westward expansion of the United States in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries through excerpts from letters, newspaper articles, journal entries, and laws of the time.

Presents information on some of the causes of the Civil War, the battles fought between 1861 and 1863, and the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.

Discusses the territorial expansion of the United States following the Civil War, as well as the country''s increasing role in international affairs and its growing population.

One of the most beloved writers of all time, Jack London is best remembered for his tales of adventure, such as White Fang and The Call of the Wild. Jack London paints a well-rounded picture of London''s short, intrepid life, his prolific writings, his unusually clear and direct portrayal of people of different races, and his struggles with writing. The book includes excerpts, photographs, maps, suggestions for further reading, and a list of places to visit. Oxford Portraits are informative and insightful biographies of people whose lives shaped their times and continue to influence ours. Based on the most recent scholarship, they draw heavily on primary sources, including writings by and about their subjects. Each book is illustrated with a wealth of photographs, documents, memorabilia, framing the personality and achievements of its subject against the backdrop of history.

Chronicles the exploration and settlement of lands west of the Appalachian Mountains during the late 1700s and early 1800s.

Examines the causes, events, and aftermath of America''s war for independence.

Describes physical aspects of the earth and moon, the relationship between the two bodies, and exploration of earth''s natural satellite.

Discusses the history of horses and their domestication by humans, as well as their physical characteristics and behavior.

In this explosive book, Houston Baker takes stock of the current state of Black Studies in the university and outlines its responsibilities to the newest form of black urban expression—rap. A frank, polemical essay, Black Studies, Rap, and the Academy is an uninhibited defense of Black Studies and an extended commentary on the importance of rap. Written in the midst of the political correctness wars and in the aftermath of the Los Angeles riots, Baker''s meditation on the academy and black urban expression has generated much controversy and comment from both ends of the political spectrum.

Traces the life and career of Vice President Gore, describes his experiences in Vietnam, and explains how he developed an interest in environmental issues.

Examines the physical characteristics, life cycle, and natural habitat of various types of ants.

Introduces the life cycle and habitat of butterflies.

Examines the physical characteristics and behavior of frogs and presents many different kinds.

Explores twelve archeological "lost cities," with accounts of site discovery and investigation of the meaning of recovered objects.

Illustrations and text provide information about the physical characteristics, habits, and habitats of various species of chameleons and other related lizards.

Examines the physical characteristics and behavior of snakes and describes six different kinds.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitats of different kinds of beetles.

Examines the physical characteristics, life cycle, and natural habitat of various kinds of hummingbirds.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and camouflage abilities of this unusual fish.

Text and photographs introduce some of the 3600 kinds of starfish.

A biography of entrepreneur Ted Turner, who, after a number of diverse achievements, pioneered the world''s first twenty-four hour, nonstop news station and changed the history of television.

Examines the evolution of recycling as a concept, its role in controlling the world''s trash problems, and possible future developments.

Profiles the Cuban-American pop singer who is the leader of the popular Latin musical group the Miami Sound Machine.