Stuart A Kallen
Author
Pub. Date
c2006
Description
In the 1920s, Marcus Garvey was one of the most famous black men in the world. This book examines the rise and fall of this charismatic leader from his days preaching from a soapbox in Harlem to his role as a spokesman for millions of Black Americans who dreamed of a better life in Africa.
23) Earth keepers
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c1993
Description
Examines the lives of three people who were pioneer naturalists and ecologists.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Description
On a global scale, humans create around 2.6 trillion pounds of waste every year. None of this trash is harmlesslandfills and dumps leak toxic chemicals into soil and groundwater, while incinerators release toxic gases and particles into the air. What can we do to keep garbage from swallowing up Earth? Reducing, reusing, recycling, and upcycling are some of the answers. Learn more about the work of the US Environmental Protection Agency, the Ocean...
27) Poodles
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Series
Description
Describes the origins, physical characteristics, temperament, and needs of this dog, which ranks number five on the top ten list of popular pooches.
Author
Pub. Date
2015.
Description
As the planet's human population explodes, so does the demand for water. About one out of every nine people in the world does not have access to safe drinking water, while one out of every five-almost 1.5 billion humans-lives in a region where water demand is outstripping supply. But as demand grows, supplies do not. Climate change has led to severe drought, flooding, and massive storms in key agricultural areas of the world. Industrial and agricultural...
33) Ancient Egypt
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2012
Description
Discusses the history and civilization of ancient Egypt.