Explains the events surrounding the Louisiana Purchase, through which President Jefferson acquired enough land to make the United States one of the largest nations in the world.

3) Anwar Sadat

Author

Alagna, Magdalena

Series

Middle East leaders

Pub. Date

2004.

Edition

First edition.

Language

English

Description

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Examines the life and leadership skills of Egyptian president Anwar Sadat, who won a Nobel Peace Prize for his role in the peace process after the 1973 war with Israel.

4) Elvis Presley

Author

Alagna, Magdalena

Series

Rock and roll hall of famers

Pub. Date

2002.

Edition

First edition.

Language

English

5) The Great Fire of London of 1666

Author

Alagna, Magdalena

Series

Tragic fires throughout history

Pub. Date

2004.

Edition

1st ed.

Language

English

Description

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Recounts the events leading up to the 1666 fire that destroyed most of London, tracing its course and aftermath, as well as the city's recovery.

6) The Monroe Doctrine: an end to European colonies in America

Author

Alagna, Magdalena

Series

Life in the new American nation

Pub. Date

2004.

Edition

First edition.

Language

English

Description

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Explores the history of the Monroe Doctrine, which grew from President Monroe's 1823 speech to Congress into a lasting policy on how the United States should behave toward European nations.