Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Home front Home front Charlie Samuels "Describes civilian life for people around the world on the home front during World War II, including stories of relocation, rations, and new jobs to support war efforts"--Provided by publisher. OL15902204W
Life under occupation Life under occupation Charlie Samuels "Describes life for people in countries under occupation by German and Japanese soldiers during World War II"--Provided by publisher. OL15902205W
Technology in Ancient China Technology in Ancient China Charlie Samuels The ingenuity of China has been evident in their technology for thousands of years. People in ancient China are responsible for many significant breakthroughs, including gunpowder, paper, and the com… OL20018698W
Propaganda Propaganda Charlie Samuels "Describes the documentation published by different groups during World War II that was used to persuade civilians, soldiers, and even the enemies to support that group's cause."--Provided by publish… OL20884090W
Machines and weaponry of the Vietnam war Machines and weaponry of the Vietnam war Charlie Samuels Explores the weaponry and tactical maneuvers used during the Vietnam War. OL20901975W
Technology in Mesopotamia Technology in Mesopotamia Charlie Samuels Find out how the ancient Mesopotamians lived and worked. OL20911492W
Ancient Greece Ancient Greece Charlie Samuels The ancient Greeks are known for being among the most famous thinkers of any age. They originated philosophy and modern politics, but they also led developments in mathematics and practical technolog… OL20940574W
D-Day D-Day Charlie Samuels This is a detailed account of the planning and execution of history's greatest amphibious invasion. OL22329420W
The attack on Fort Sumter The attack on Fort Sumter Charlie Samuels "The Confederate attack on Fort Sumter in 1861 marked the beginning of the American Civil War. Federal troops eventually surrendered after 36 hours of open fire. The controversial election of Abraham… OL22644863W
Machines and weaponry of World War II Machines and weaponry of World War II Charlie Samuels A high-interest, highly visual introduction to key military machines. OL24283898W
The Tet Offensive The Tet Offensive Charlie Samuels The Tet Offensive of 1968 was the turning point of the Vietnam War. It convinced many Americans that the war could not be won. In this book, readers will learn about the different factions of the war… OL24433080W
Solving the mysteries of Pompeii Solving the mysteries of Pompeii Charlie Samuels Pompeii is one of the world's most famous sites where ancient history can still be explored today. The devastation of the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, when mount Vesuvius erupted, has puzzled a… OL24436303W
Ancient eGYPT Ancient eGYPT Charlie Samuels The ancient Egyptians built some of the world's most amazing monuments: the pyramids. They were also some of the earliest astronomers and devised a calendar to help them plan when to plant and harves… OL26172783W
Middeleeuwse wetenschap Middeleeuwse wetenschap Charlie Samuels Wat gebeurde er toen men papier kon maken en het buskruit werd uitgevonden? Overzicht van uitvindingen en belangrijke ontwikkelingen in de middeleeuwen. Met tijdlijnen en illustraties in kleur en zwa… OL26183411W