Oxford marks the 50th anniversary of the United Nations with a comprehensive and entertaining history that introduces readers to the work of the UN and helps them understand its first half century of achievements, challenges, and disappointments. The story of its creation, a look at its internal structure, its work in international peace and economic development, and an introduction to UN-related organization (UNESCO, the World Health Organization, etc.) are presented in a clear blending of fact and human experience. Sidebars show the UN in action, and appendices, chronology, further reading lists, and index make this an impressive reference and resource for the entire family.

The Oxford 50th Anniversary Book of the United Nations

Children's Books

Patterson, Charles

History

Oxford University Press

Examines the life, political career, and achievements of the third president of the United States, including a discussion of his beliefs and their influence on the Declaration of Independence.

Thomas Jefferson (First Books Series)

Franklin Watts

Profiles the talented Marian Anderson and chronicles her twin achievements--her rise to the top of her profession as a concert singer and her success in transcending racial barriers

Marian Anderson (Impact Biographies)

"A lucid account of Hafiz Al-Asad's rise from poverty as a member of the despised Alawite sect in Syria; climbing to the top of the Syrian political heap through luck and pluck, finesse and murder, and more."Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)

Hafiz Al-Asad of Syria

Biographies & Memoirs

Historical

iUniverse

The biography of the great African-American concert singer Marian Anderson traces the story of the life of the artist in south Philadelphia, her breatkthrough and acclaimed career in Europe in the 1930s, and her eventual success at home in the United States.

Marian Anderson

Humor & Entertainment

Animal Rights

"Excellent source of information on animal rights. As a book filled with examples of activism by young adults, it will undoubtedly teach and inspire many."Voice of Youth AdvocatesChosen by the New York Public Library as 1994 Book for the Teenager

Teen & Young Adult

Backinprint.com

"It can't be stressed enouch how good a writer Charles Patterson is and what an excellent book he has produced. [This book] deserves a place in every home, schook, and public library."Judaica Book News

Anti-Semitism: The Road To The Holocaust And Beyond

Europe

Hafiz Al-Asad of Syria (IN FOCUS BIOGRAPHIES)

Describes the childhood, rise to power, and political influence of the military leader who has been president of Syria since 1970

Hafiz Al-Asad of Syria (In Focus Biographies)

Julian Messner

Describes the childhood, rise to power, and political influence of the military leader who has been president of Syria since 1970.

Leaders & Notable People

A history of anti-Semitism analyzes the ancient roots of anti-Semitism and examines the persecution of the Jewish people in Germany, Russia, Poland, and other countries

Anti-Semitism: The Road to the Holocaust and Beyond

Walker Co

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