Smithsonian Institution

Presents a pictorial history of the Civil War that includes artifacts, maps, personal narratives, and historical timelines for each year of the war.

Celebrating a rich tradition of bravery, thirst for knowledge, and pursuit of glory, Mountaineers tells the stories of the pioneers who first scaled the heights of this planet.

Presents a visual guide to the people, battles, and events of America's war for independence, and includes explanatory text.

Describes the life of the first ladies in the United States.

Packed full of evocative images, this gloriously illustrated book reveals the key events in women's history -- from early matriarchal societies through women's suffrage, the Suffragette movement, 20th-century feminism, and gender politics, to recent movements such as #MeToo and International Women's Day -- and the key role women have had in shaping our past. Learn about the everyday lives of women through the ages as well as the big names of women's...

"From tiny mosses and delicate ferns to vibrant blooms and stately palms, FLORA invites you to explore the plant kingdom from the ground up, and from root to leaf tip. DK's elegant introduction to botany is packed with sumptuous photos and crystal-clear illustrations that explain the mechanics of photosynthesis, why leaves change color, how cacti store water, and how seeds know when to grow. Filled with fascinating stories of how plant roots and leaves...