Photographs and text describe the fighting between the Americans and Vietcong in the jungles of southeast Asia, how television brought graphic war footage to American homes, and the peace protests that took place around the country.

Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, sports, arts, and people of New Mexico, where the three major cultures are Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo.

An introduction to the geography, natural resources, history, economy, important sites, daily life, and people of Utah.

Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, sports, art, and people of the state of Wyoming.

"Discusses the history of Braille and how the blind community uses it in everyday life"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the history of American Sign Language and deaf culture, including ongoing controversies within the deaf community today. / Contents: Language for the eyes -- Seeing words -- A living language -- Language under siege -- Keys to communication.

An account of relations between the Cherokee Nation and the United States in the early nineteenth century, particularly the reasons for, and difficulties of, the forced journey of the Cherokee to an Oklahoma reservation.

An account of how, during the War of 1812, Francis Scott Key came to write the poem that became the national anthem.

Standing at the entrance to New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty welcomed millions of immigrants to the United States early in the twentieth century. To people all over the world it is a symbol of freedom and friendship. How and why was this magnificent statue built? In this book readers will learn the fascinating story behind the statue's creation.

Introduces the fast-growing state of Colorado, whose dramatic natural beauty lures thousands of visitors each year.