Explores the time in United States history when western territory was being explored, settled, and turned into states.

Looks at the experiences of Central American immigrants in the United States and discusses their reasons for leaving their birth country and their contributions to American society.

Discusses the principles that shape our laws, government, and economy; make the nation what it is; and form the American consciousness.

Product Description: Winning the peace in Iraq may be a far greater challenge than winning the war. This challenge largely falls on President Bush, who must make clear to the world that the United States is prepared to stay the course for the multibillion dollar, multiyear commitment of US troops, civilian personnel and other resources that will be needed to achieve a lasting peace...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)