Best Selling Books by Russell Freedman

Examines the importance of the buffalo in the lore and day-to-day life of the Indian tribes of the Great Plains and describes hunting methods and the uses found for each part of the animal that could not be eaten.

Text and illustrations look at the sinking of the Swedish warship Vasa in 1628.

The history of Scouting and the exciting biography of the founder of the Boy Scout movement are told in a fast-moving story.

Spotlights animals that possess noteworthy abilities or physical attributes.

The story of man''s long dream of reaching other worlds beyond his own - including the discoveries of science and classic tales of science fiction, and the intriguing relationship between the two.

The story of an independent publisher of children''s books.

A comprehensive overview of one of the most controversial wars in America''s history written by masterful children''s historian and Newbery Medalist Russell Freedman. With prose that is clear, concise, and enthralling, Russell Freedman presents a detailed overview of the Vietnam war. Beginning with the rise of communism in Vietnam and detailing the increase of American involvement, Freedman then explains why, twenty years later, an exit was so difficult. In addition to explaining the complex beginnings of the conflict through the catastrophic damage the war caused, Freedman concludes with a hopeful epilogue on modern Vietnam. This is a definitive resource for young history readers as well as anyone who wants a concise and authoritative understanding of the Vietnam War, exploring both the American and Vietnamese perspectives. Freedman chronicles the history leading up to the war and the unfolding events in Vietnam and in the US as increasing numbers of young men were sent into the jungles to fight. Coverage includes the French war in Vietnam, the rise of Ho Chi Minh, the fall of President Diem, the Tonkin Gulf, the Tet Offensive, the My Lai massacre, the bombing of Cambodia, and the fall of Saigon, as well as the US anti-war movement. The book includes nearly 100 historic photographs and illustrations, as well as candid photographs showcasing the state of Vietnam today. A glossary, source notes, bibliography and index are included. A Junior Library Guild Selection

Describes the characteristics, habits, and behavior of the rattlesnake, a type of pit viper found only in the Americas, but especially in the United States and Mexico.

From Newbery award winner Russell Freedman comes an account of "the other Ellis Island"-Angel Island, California, the entry point for one million Asian immigrants in the early 20th century.

A look at the life of Marco Polo.

Describes the events leading up to the Declaration of Independence as well as the personalities and politics behind its framing.

Historical photographs with explanatory text present a picture of life in the American West from 1840 to the early 1900s.

A physical description of sharks and a discussion of their methods of hunting, details of birth, and their usefulness to humans.

Discusses the child care behavior of fifteen animal fathers including the seahorse, Darwin''s frog, emperor penguin, and gray wolf.

Describes the games that different young animals play for fun and to help develop skills and strength needed for adulthood.

Het leven van de Amerikaanse luchtvaartpioniers in woord en beeld.

Describes the offspring of eleven familiar farm animals including a calf, piglet, and foal.

An introduction to bird flight which includes a discussion of bird anatomy, feathers, and air currents and a comparison with airplane flight.