Zachary Kent

Describes the history, geography, ecology, people, economy, cities, and sights of the state of Connecticut, and includes ideas for classroom assignments.

Chronicles the life and tragic death of the man who championed foreign relations, civil rights, and space exploration as the thirty-fifth president of the United States.

A biography of the sixth president, who continued the family dedication to public service begun by his father, the second president of the United States.

Follows the life of the minister's son who rose from being an honest city lawyer to serve two terms as American president.

A biography of the Shawnee warrior, orator, and leader who united a confederacy of Indians in an effort to save Indian land from the advance of white soldiers and settlers.

Traces the dangers and adventures surrounding the short history of the first British colony in America, highlighting the roles played by Sir Walter Raleigh, Roanoke chief Wingina, and other individuals.

A biography of the former motion picture actor who served two terms as the forthieth president of the United States.

Follows the military and political career of the general who became the "Hero of Appomattox" and the eighteenth president of the United States.

"Andrew Carnegie was a Scottish immigrant who rose from humble roots to become one of the most powerful and wealthy businessmen in the United States, with a steel empire that dwarfed all its competitors. Highlighting Carnegie's determination to succeed, author Zachary Kent shows how Carnegie, after becoming one of the wealthiest men in the world, gave away most of his fortune to philanthropic causes, building libraries and such famous landmarks as...