Geoffrey M Horn

This book discusses the specific amendments made to the Constitution of the United States, focusing on the critical roles Constitutional amendments have played in the abolition of slavery, the role of the U.S. president, and the procedures of the U.S. legal system.

Making government work- What the Constitution says- Serving human needs- Using and preserving the natural resources- Managing the economy- Extending influence overseas- Law enforcement and homeland security.

This book puts the spotlight on stars of the screen, supporting roles and actors who fill them, how acting has changed from silent films to the digital age, and how actors change accents, fighting styles--and personalities.

Describes how the look of a film is created, presenting examples of costume design, makeup, sets, and location work from several movies.

The United States has only one chief executive -- the president -- who serves as both the country's head of state and head of government. In this volume, young historians will read about the jobs of the president at home and abroad, in times of peace and in times of war. Readers will also learn about the history of the presidency, what it takes to get elected president, the transfer of power from one president to the next, the vice presidency, and...