Washoe County Library System

Text plus historical and contemporary maps provide a look at the history of cultures that flourished along the Mediterranean Sea.

Presents information on some of the causes of the Civil War, the battles fought between 1861 and 1863, and the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.

"An exploration of the life cycle, diet, behavior, anatomy, and conservation status of turtles"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of a variety of large turtles, including the green sea turtle, leatherback, and Galapagos tortoise.

"An exploration of the origins, history, development, and societal impact of the microscope and the telescope"--Provided by publisher.

"This title explores and explains how the Panama Canal was built. The canal's construction is described in terms of the engineering process"--

"A history of the Neanderthals, a species of human beings who lived in Eurasia for hundreds of thousands of years and who became extinct when our species, Homo Sapiens, came into being"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the life, beliefs, adventures, and works of Jack London, American author best known for his tales of hardship and survival set in the Yukon Territory.

Discusses the Civil War and Reconstruction and their effects on the nation and on Black Americans in particular.