Hal Marcovitz

This book traces the history of the United States' symbol of freedom, the Statue of Liberty, from its conception and design through its construction to its dedication in 1886.

Explores the history and symbolism of the Liberty Bell, features photographs and facts about the bell, and includes a chronology, glossary, and resources.

The life of the Civil War general whose controversial fame rests chiefly on the disaster at the Little Big Horn in 1876.

This is a biography of the union activist who led the struggle of migrant farm workers for better working conditions.

Traces the history of Ellis Island, the place where immigrants coming to the U.S. were once processed, and discusses its significance to the American people.

When synthetic opioids were developed a quarter-century ago, many physicians believed the drugs would help alleviate the pain caused by severe injuries and debilitating diseases. But while the drugs do deaden pain, they can lead to devastating addiction as well as death through overdose. Meanwhile, the natural opioid heroin continues to be a much-abused illegal drug that threatens the lives of its users.

A history of the nation of Jordan and a discussion of its role in the Middle East.

"Members of the media can provide vastly different views of the same event. Biased viewpoints have become a routine part of how the media reports the news in America. Readers of daily newspapers as well. As consumers who receive their news through radio or TV broadcasts and those who rely on the internet for their news can certainly find straight reporting in those sources. But biased coverage of the news is ever-present as well, providing consumers...

Examines drug use in sports.