This series explores a broad cross-section of the animal kingdom, introducing readers to notable species from around the world. Each title covers one major grouping of animals, including…

There are hundreds of ways to exercise. From low-impact workouts such as walking or swimming to more intense high-impact activities such as running and lifting weights, how people choose to…

Essential Library of Countries explores the nations of the world from many different angles, including geography, plant and animal life, history, culture, politics, the economy, and daily…

The nations of Earth form a complex and diverse tapestry. From the rocky terrain of New Zealand's volcanic islands to Spain's historic architecture, and from the arid Kalahari Desert…

Essential Library of the Civil War explores the deadliest conflict in US history from many angles. Each subject is covered with gripping narrative text, historic photographs, primary sources,

Essential Literary Genres invites readers to analyze elements and characteristics common in genres. Each book in the series features four analysis papers that consider a book's genre. The…

Essential Literary Themes analyzes recurring themes in culture and literature. Each book in the series features four analysis papers that consider the book's theme. The analysis papers each…

Throughout history, there have been those whose extraordinary ideas have shaped today's world. Essential Lives offers access to these incredible individuals and their stories. With these…

Throughout history, there have been those whose extraordinary ideas have shaped today's world. Essential Lives offers access to these incredible individuals and their stories. With these…

Essential Pets looks at topics surrounding the animals that live in people's homes around the world. Readers will discover the history of these pets, how people care for and feed them,…

Earth is full of extreme environments. From soaring mountain peaks to arid deserts to rain-soaked jungles, nature's extremes are both admired and used to test people's limits in surviving…

The United States is home to many unique travel destinations. From the stunning views at Grand Canyon National Park to the beaches of the Florida Keys, visitors can see all kinds of natural…