This book describes the causes, events, and aftermath of the fateful encounter at the Little Bighorn River on June 25, 1876, between the Seventh Cavalry troops commanded by Lieutenant Colonel Custer and the Cheyenne and Lakota Sioux led by Chiefs Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse.

American War Library offers young readers insight into the triumphs and tragedies of war by examing the most fascinating aspects of each fo America's wars.

Discusses the history of a war without a winner, the beginning of the Cold War, the Cold War turns hot in Korea, North Korea suprises the world, victory at Inchon, china enters the war, the Korean War divides America, waging peace to win a war, and aftermath.

Profiles the Baptist minister who led the nonviolent struggle for African Americans' civil rights during the 1960's. Profiles the Baptist minister who led the nonviolent struggle for African Americans' civil rights during the 1960s.

Describes aspects of the political, economic, and cultural life of the United States between 1910 and 1919 including the Progressive Movement, World War I, and the silent film.

Describes the history of American westward expansion, including the exploration of the frontier to the Pacific Ocean, the establishment of the Lone Star State and the Mormon kingdom of Deseret, Manifest Destiny, the California gold rush, the population of the plains, and the legacy of the American frontier.

Discusses the life and career of Tiger Woods, including his childhood, early fame, success as the greatest amateur golfer ever, and achievements as a professional player.

Examines the life and achievements of Joe Biden, a long-time senator elected as vice-president in 2008.

A discussion of the spirit and evolution of the Olympic games precedes accounts of seven Olympic champions: Jim Thorpe, Paavo Nurmi, Jesse Owens, Jean-Claude Killy, Mark Spitz, Vasily Alexeyev, and Eric Heiden.