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Describes the efforts of the Soviet Union and the United States to be the first to put a man into space, focusing on the early missions of Project Mercury.

Describes the physical characteristics of space shuttles and life aboard them, and provides a history of the NASA space shuttle program.

Describes the physical characteristics and habits of "Yorkies" and the care they require as a pet.

Describes the origins, physical characteristics, temperament, and needs of the fast-running, black-spotted dog.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of these long-haired graceful cats.

A biography of the well-known Italian Renaissance man, discussing his personal life, artistic accomplishments, scientific observations, and final legacy.

Presents several articles which discuss the seeds of the counterculture, the protests against the war in Vietnam, the hippies and the psychadelic revolution, guerilla politics as practiced by the Yippies and the feminists, and the Black Power movement.

Discusses life in 1960s America, including prosperity, baby boomers, African-Americans, Vietnam protesters, and the changing role of women.

Ever since the early 1950s, rock-and-roll music has continually transformed culture and society with its rebellious mix of rhythm, fashion, and musical passion.

Discusses the life of American author J.D. Salinger and the historical context, plot, characters, and themes of his novel "The Catcher in the Rye"; also includes ideas for research, excerpts of criticism, and a chronology.

Contains sixteen essays that provide varying perspectives on the issue of how America's wilderness lands should be managed, discussing roadless rules, wildfire policy, oil and gas drilling, logging, and other topics.

Presents a series of essays by energy experts and environmentalists concerning the debate over developing energy alternatives such as the use of solar and wind power and hydrogen power.

Presents arguments for and against such things as pesticides, legislation concerning food, and biotechnology.

Provides an historical overview of the development of photography from the earliest known photograph in 1826 to the present.

Presents a profile of the history of Latin music and its influences on other genres of music throughout the twentieth century.