Jacqueline Ching Livres

Information on American women's rights, 1848 to the present, including documents from Seneca Falls convention, 1848 and a timeline of the women's movement.

An Important Examination of the Circumstances Surrounding Eight Tragic Moments in American History This important series explores some of the most dramatic events in American history, namely the cold-blooded assassinations of four of our presidents and four other American political leaders. Each title vividly recounts the days leading up to the heinous crime, the political and social context of the time, the goals of the political figure, and the depraved mind of the assassin. The combination of intrigue and historical fact, and the candid look into the public and private response to these crimes provides fascinating reading for all young adults who are interested in history and politics. By placing these untimely deaths in an easy-to-follow and interesting historical and political context, these books are a must-have for all libraries.

Six Titles Written in the Exciting Spirit of the Eco Challenge! These Titles Will Fascinate and Exhilarate Middle School Readers Ultra pursuits--recall all the attention given to the climbs up Mt. Everest--have long captured people's interest and awe. In recent years, young people have become more and more interested in sporting events that push people to their ultimate limits. Highlighting both the risk-taking and the safety precautions involved in the sports presented, these books also chronicle the personal and physical challenges these unique athletes confront. Adventure racing has captured the imagination of many an athlete in recent years. Participants test their minds and their bodies in a series of events that often take place in exotic locales. This book explores the do's and don'ts involved in these high-powered and high-risk adventures.