New Releases by Rebecca Stefoff

Chronicles the exploration and settlement of lands west of the Appalachian Mountains during the late 1700s and early 1800s.

Discusses the geological features, weather, and exploration of Neptune.

Color photos fill this overview of bear species, which describes their histories, physical traits, biologies, habitats, diets, behavior, life cycles, and relationships with humans.

Describes physical aspects of the earth and moon, the relationship between the two bodies, and exploration of earth''s natural satellite.

Discusses the history of horses and their domestication by humans, as well as their physical characteristics and behavior.

In this explosive book, Houston Baker takes stock of the current state of Black Studies in the university and outlines its responsibilities to the newest form of black urban expression—rap. A frank, polemical essay, Black Studies, Rap, and the Academy is an uninhibited defense of Black Studies and an extended commentary on the importance of rap. Written in the midst of the political correctness wars and in the aftermath of the Los Angeles riots, Baker''s meditation on the academy and black urban expression has generated much controversy and comment from both ends of the political spectrum.

Traces the life and career of Vice President Gore, describes his experiences in Vietnam, and explains how he developed an interest in environmental issues.

Examines the physical characteristics, life cycle, and natural habitat of various types of ants.

Introduces the life cycle and habitat of butterflies.

Explores twelve archeological "lost cities," with accounts of site discovery and investigation of the meaning of recovered objects.

Illustrations and text provide information about the physical characteristics, habits, and habitats of various species of chameleons and other related lizards.

Examines the physical characteristics and behavior of jellyfish and describes six different kinds.

Examines the physical characteristics and behavior of snakes and describes six different kinds.

Examines the physical characteristics, life cycle, and natural habitat of various kinds of hummingbirds.

Examines the physical characteristics and behavior of frogs and presents many different kinds.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitats of different kinds of beetles.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and camouflage abilities of this unusual fish.

Examines the personality as well as the thought process which led this naturalist to his discoveries which have helped shape our understanding of the natural world.

Examines the results of demographic changes and illustrates the threat of overpopulation to man and his environment.

Examines the extinction of various plants and animals, mankind''s effect on the biosphere and species loss, and the preservation and protection of life forms.

A biography of entrepreneur Ted Turner, who, after a number of diverse achievements, pioneered the world''s first twenty-four hour, nonstop news station and changed the history of television.

Examines the evolution of recycling as a concept, its role in controlling the world''s trash problems, and possible future developments.

A biography of the Portuguese sea captain who commanded the first expedition that sailed around the world, thus providing the first positive proof that the earth is round.

Defines the different levels of friendship, love, and intimacy and discusses their role in leading a healthy life.