Stewart Ross

Introduces spies and traitors throughout history, as well as their tools and technology.

Discover how the greatest explorers in history plunged into the unknown and boldly pieced together the picture of the world we have today. With the help of masterful cross sections, dramatic storytelling, and sidebars that highlight key concepts, places, and technology, readers explore fourteen historic journeys.

Explores the rivalry and tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union stemming from their differing ideologies and discusses the resulting events during the decade after World War II.

"In this whale of a tale, three loveable narwhals -- Spike, Spiral, and Stubby -- discover a sunken pirate ship, and have the ingenious idea of using the wreck to build their new homes. Little do they know that the big, bad shark has spotted them--and he is very hungry. Now they are out of their depth, locked in a battle of wits with the munching, crunching villain! This twisted spin on a traditional tale is packed with fun, mayhem, and wacky illustrations"--back...

Discusses mythical beasts such as Bigfoot, dragons, and the Minotaur as well as real-life dangerous animals like tigers, polar bears, and snakes.

A collection of tales drawn from across North and South America and including those of native peoples as well as of later settlers.

The author tells the story of how Shakespeare conceived and wrote one of his greatest plays. He shows us the sources Shakespeare used and aquaints us with the actors who formed his troupe. We see the economic worries that plagued them, and watch the performance being mounted.

Myths and legends of the Vikings, Celts, and Middle Ages.