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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
The Confederate flag The Confederate flag Hal Marcovitz Discusses the symbolic meaning and history of the various forms of the Confederate flag used during the Civil War, as well as controversies surrounding modern-day display and use of this emblem. OL15054477W
Eleanor Holmes Norton Eleanor Holmes Norton Hal Marcovitz Profiles Washington, D.C.'s member of the United States House of Representatives who, in a previous position as head of the Equal Employment Opportunity Council, wrote the guidelines on sexual harras… OL15054486W
Francisco Coronado and the exploration of the American Southwest Francisco Coronado and the exploration of the American Southwest Hal Marcovitz A biography of the conquistador whose quest for the Seven Cities of Gold led to the exploration of the American Southwest in 1540. OL15054490W
Uncle Sam Uncle Sam Hal Marcovitz Describes "Uncle Sam" Wilson, the New York meat-packer who supplied the troops with meat during the War of 1812, and how he gave rise to the national symbol popular with illustrators. OL15054575W
The Washington Monument The Washington Monument Hal Marcovitz Describes the events surrounding the decision to build a monument to President George Washington and the complicated process of funding and building this structure. OL15054581W
Jordin Sparks Jordin Sparks Hal Marcovitz Biography of Jordan Sparks, who, at seventeen years old, became the youngest American Idol winner in the show's history. OL15054592W
Biological & chemical warfare Biological & chemical warfare Hal Marcovitz Examines the issues of biological and chemical warfare, including its historical background leading up to its current and future impact on society. The Hague Peace Conventions, the Geneva Protocol, … OL15611534W
The Statue of Liberty The Statue of Liberty Hal Marcovitz Traces the history of the United States' symbol of freedom, the Statue of Liberty, from its conception and design, through the fund-raising and construction, to its dedication in 1886. OL15870576W
Cesar Chavez Cesar Chavez Hal Marcovitz A biography of the union activist who led the struggle of migrant farm workers for better working conditions. OL16028632W
What is the future of fossil fuels? What is the future of fossil fuels? Hal Marcovitz Presents different debates on fossil fuels, following with opposing viewpoints on each. OL17886753W
E-books E-books Hal Marcovitz Explores the impacts of eBook technology on our personal lives, and society in fields such education, medicine, commerce, and law. OL17887725W
The Arab Spring uprisings The Arab Spring uprisings Hal Marcovitz Examines the revolutionary wave of demonstrations and protests (both non-violent and violent), riots, and civil wars in the Arab world that began on December 18, 2010. OL17896581W
Designer Drugs Designer Drugs Hal Marcovitz pages cm OL20207224W
The White House The White House Hal Marcovitz The history of the White House, including the story of its construction, interesting and important facts and statistics, and its importance as an American symbol. OL22301149W
An angry guy's guide An angry guy's guide Hal Marcovitz "Explores the emotion of anger in young men and the best ways to deal with it and the situations that cause it. Includes real-life examples, quotes, facts, tips, and quizzes"--Provided by publisher. OL23294532W
Hispanic celebrities in America Hispanic celebrities in America Hal Marcovitz People of Hispanic descent have made significant contributions in music, cuisine, literature, politics, sports, business, science, tecnology, & many oter fields. Inside this book you'll fund a short … OL24269584W