Victoria Sherrow

Describes the planning and building of the Titanic, its departure and passengers, its fatal collision with an iceberg and sinking, and the fascination with this disaster held by so many people.

Describes the events surrounding the discovery of gold in California, the huge migration it brought to the area, and the lifestyles of miners and mining towns.

Details the events surrounding the 1995 terrorist bombing of the federal building in Oklahoma City, as well as the investigation and trial of those responsible for the blast.

Examines the 1963 Supreme Court case that guarantees legal counsel to all who are accused of a felony.

Discusses various topics connected to the production of the atom bomb, including the development of nuclear energy, work on atomic weapons at the Los Alamos and other sites, and the decision to use the first atomic bomb during World War II.

Details the events surrounding the 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center as well as the investigation and trial of those responsible for the terrorist attack.

Examines the causes and conditions of the difficult economic times known as the Great Depression.

Examines the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of the North American species of porcupine.

Examines the history, culture, and daily life of the Aztec Indians of Mexico.