Profiles the cars and people that have made up the Indy 500 from its beginning in 1911, through many changes of rules and car design, to the present.

Profiles the life and career of the author of such novels as 'Waiting to Exhale,' 'How Stella Got Her Groove Back,' and 'Disappearing Acts.'

Photographs and text look at the past, development, and present culture of Angola and its inhabitants. (view table of contents)

Describes the past, development, settlement, and present culture of the African Congo, and profiles the adventurers who ventured into the unexplored land. (view table of contents)

Looks at the historical and current role of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, profiling some of the leaders who have held this pivotal position. (view table of contents)

Examines the past, development, inhabitants, and many cultural aspects of South Africa. (view table of contents)

Book Description: Amidst the millions of committed Christians in each generation, a handful rise to special prominence. Learn more about their exciting and inspiring lives in Barbour's "Heroes of the Faith" series.Though his life was cut short, Tyndale's work became the foundation for most later English translations of the Scripture...read more

Book Description: Amidst the millions of committed Christians in each generation, a handful rise to special prominence. Learn more about their exciting and inspiring lives in Barbour's "Heroes of the Faith" series.In preaching to millions of Americans, Whitefield helped touch off the revival known as the Great Awakening...read more

Traces the origins of the Democratic Party, discussing key figures, conventions, platforms, and its organization. (view table of contents)

Illustrated retellings of one hundred classic fables from around the world

Illustrated retellings of one hundred classic fables from around the world