The Industrial Revolution

by Mary Collins

Published 1 March 2000
A history of the Industrial Revolution focusing primarily on the United States during the nineteenth century and on the change from an agrarian society to one based on machines and factories.

The Smithsonian Institution

by Mary Collins

Published 1 September 1999
Describes the history of the Smithsonian Institution, its current collections and challenges.

The Spanish-American War

by Mary Collins

Published 1 March 1998
Chronicles the causes of the Spanish-American War, the events leading up to it, and its lasting effects, including the emergence of the United States as a world power.

Mount Vernon

by Mary Collins

Published 1 September 1998
Describes the history of the Virginia estate that was home to this country's first president and is now maintained as a national landmark.