Jim Ollhoff

The American Civil War continues to be one of the most significant events in US history. In this title, readers will examine the memorable victories and defeats that marked the final years of the war for both the Union and Confederate forces. Engaging text introduces readers to the Wilderness Campaign, the Siege of Petersburg, Sherman's March to the Sea, the fall of Richmond, and ultimately, the Confederacy's surrender at Appomattox Courthouse. Chapters...

The American Civil War continues to be one of the most significant events in US history. In this title, readers will examine one of the most controversial issues that separated the North and the South: slavery. Engaging text introduces readers to the history of slavery and explores the moral and economic reasons this issue was so inflammatory between the Northern and Southern states. Chapters also cover the abolition movement and political developments...

Highlights the different kinds of law enforcement officers as well as the training, tools, and knowledge police forces need to save lives and property, collect evidence, investigate crimes, and uphold the law.

Every day, people are faced with critical, life-threatening situations – in times of trouble, who can help? In this title, readers will get to know the search & rescue personnel who arrive on the scene to help people in distress. Chapters highlight the different types of search & rescue procedures as well as the training, tools, and knowledge search & rescue teams need to find missing persons, provide disaster aid, and support other emergency workers....

An overview of the work and training of Emergency Medical Technicians, or EMTs, including a history of emergency medicine and an interview with an EMT.

Every day, people are faced with critical, life-threatening situations – in times of trouble, who can help? In this title, readers will get to know the SWAT team members who arrive on the scene when special weapons and tactics are needed. Chapters highlight the history of SWAT as well as the training, tools, and knowledge these specialists need to save lives and property during bomb threats, hostage situations, or when apprehending dangerous criminals....

Describes the present and possible future effects of global warming on the oceans and the icecaps, including the flooding of coastal areas and increased ocean acidity, and details developments in Greenland, the Arctic, and Antarctica.

Provides an overview of Chinese mythology, with information on religion, creation stories, dragons, gods and goddesses, and other related topics.