Spanish Peaks Library District

A biography of the eighteenth-century printer, inventor, and statesman who played an influential role in the early history of the United States.

Discusses the life and times of James Madison, his career as statesman, diplomat, and President, with emphasis on his role as framer of the Constitution.

Presents the life and career of the orator, lawyer, statesman, and framer of the Bill of Rights.

The Second Amendment to the Constitution, often abbreviated as ?the right to bear arms,? is the subject of fierce national debate. The Third Amendment?the right not to quarter soldiers?has attracted little interest in recent years but was no less important to the citizens of the United States when it was added to the Bill of Rights. Written in a clear and accessible manner, this book explores the many issues surrounding these two amendments.

Describes the conception and building of the giant statue known as Miss Liberty, its erection on Bedloe's Island, and the efforts in this century to modernize and renovate the monument.

Discusses the history of censorship, recent developments and controversies, and such related issues as freedom of speech, obscenity, rock music lyrics, libel, and intellectual freedom.

Discusses the theories of ancient Greek philosopher-scientists such as Ptolemy, Pythagoras, Hippocrates, and Aristotle, and describes scientific discoveries and their applications in ancient Greece.

Recounts the life of America's first president, including his youth in Virginia, military career, role in the formation of an independent nation, and leadership of that new country.

Discusses the geological features, movement, and recent exploration of Earth's closest neighbor.

Describes how the Constitution was written, revised, approved, and enacted. Includes an outline of its articles and amendments.