Sue Bradford Edwards

"Black Lives Matter covers the shootings that touched off passionate protests, the work of activists to bring about a more just legal system, and the tensions in US society that these events have brought to light." from the publisher's website.

Examines the contributions made by African American women who worked as computers at NASA in the 1950s. Their calculations made it possible for astronauts to fly into space and safely return to Earth and paved the way for future generations of women at NASA.

"The Zika Virus covers the Zika outbreak that began in 2015, discusses the history of the virus and its discovery, examines how the virus spreads and how it affects the infected, and looks at how the medical community is fighting it"-- Provided by publisher.

Offers an account of the attack on Pearl Harbor during World War II.

Describes the history, daily life, religion, and social customs of the Mayas.

Briefly explores the history of the discovery of stem cells and how they have helped scientists and doctors cure diseases and create new therapies. Forecasts where stem cell technology and medicines could go in the future. Includes a glossary.

Provides a history of trench warfare during World War I, including a look at the daily life in the trenches, chemical warfare used, and different trench designs.

Chronicles the history of food in space, and describes how the conditions in space have challenged the preparation of food for astronauts and affected their consumption of it. Explains the improvements made in space food, how food is being grown on the International Space Station, and the future of food in space. Includes color photographs, fact boxes and a list of essential facts, a glossary, and additional resources.

American Life in the 1970s takes a look at the major events that occurred throughout this decade and offers information on the demographics of the United States at the time. Readers will gain an understanding of the politics, conflicts, science, inventions, pop culture, fashion, and sports of the decade, and they will learn about the legacy the 1970s left behind. Features include a glossary, a timeline, references, websites, source notes, and an index....

Chronicles the murders of hip hop artists Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls in 1996 and 1997, respectively. Relays how the murders may have been linked, yet remain unsolved, the role of gang violence, and various conspiracy theories. Includes photographs, sidebars, a timeline, a glossary, an index, and resources for further reading.