Stuart A. Kallen

As early as the 1500s, fur traders from Europe began to arrive in the Subarctic region of North America. These traders were greeted by the many groups of native peoples already living in the region. These native peoples had their own languages, cultures, and methods for hunting and surviving in this land where it snowed 200 days a year. Many native peoples still live throughout the Subarctic. They are working to revive their traditions and languages...

Provides a brief background to the witch trials of 1692 Salem, Massachusetts, then focuses on five of the personalities at the center of this unusual chapter in U.S. history.

Profiles the life and work of John Lennon, his life in Liverpool, learning rock and roll, becoming a star, Beatlemania, his wife Yoko Ono, and the last years.

Discusses the lives of such famous male comedians as Charlie Chaplin, Bill Cosby, Eddie Murphy and Jim Carrey, including adversities each has endured before and after establishing themselves as veteran celebrities in their careers.

Discusses the evolution of classical music, including the contributions of various cultures and composers. Brief biographical sketches of significant composers are included.

A history of country music which discusses its roots, influences, and various types including bluegrass, honky tonk, cowboy music, western swing, and rockabilly.

Examines musical genres ranging from Western classical to rock and roll, focusing on the music, the musicians, the instruments, and on music's place in cultural history.

Provides an easy-to-read introduction to the life of cats and their habitat.