Describes the first years of the Pilgrims of Plymouth colony, showing how their thrift and industry subdued a wilderness and established a new nation. Based on the journal of Governor William Bradford.
A history of the clipper ship era of the nineteenth century, including a description of how the ships were built, the life of a sailor, and how these vessels influenced American history.
Explores how the Northern Forest Indians built their lodges, trapped and hunted their food, made their clothing from skins and furs, and fashioned their canoes, sleds, toboggans and snowshoes for year-round travel.
Surveys the daily life of pioneer families in the American West, describing their travel, homes, clothing, food and drink, health, education, religion, recreation, and relationships with each other.
Describes the background of the Crusades and the day-to-day life of knights who pledged to fight in them. Also discusses the weapons, methods of warfare, and final outcome of these campaigns.
Describes the day-to-day life of Ice Age people and discusses their weapons, methods of hunting, homes, clothing, and physical environment. Includes a glossary of terms.