<div>Explore the fascinating myths of Greek and Roman civilizations, featuring gods like the mighty Zeus to monsters like the bull-headed minotaur. The tales of gods and heroes are often turned into tedious discourse that even Ovid would reject. This easy-to-read guide cuts out the boring details, and instead, provides you with a thrilling lesson in classic mythology. From the heights of Mt. Olympus to the depths of the Underworld, this book takes you on an unforgettable journey through all the major myths born in ancient Greece and Rome, such as Achilles’s involvement in the Trojan War; Pluto’s kidnapping of the beautiful Proserpina; and the slaying of Medusa by Perseus, the heroic demi-god. You’ll also learn all about the wonders of the world as well as the greatest creatures ever recorded in history. Like Charon navigating the River of Wailing, Mythology 101 will guide you through the most glorious (and completely terrifying) tales the ancient world has to offer.</div>

Mythology 101

<div>For readers of all ages, a fact-filled and entertaining introduction to the most important political events and figures of America&rsquo;s past three centuries. The stories of political and historical events are often turned into snooze-worthy lectures that even Benjamin Franklin would lose interest in. This guide cuts out all the boring details and instead provides you with a thrilling lesson in U.S. history. From Thomas Jefferson to Barack Obama, the Declaration of Independence to the Great Recession, each page takes you on an unforgettable journey through the moments that changed this country. You&rsquo;ll also uncover hundreds of fascinating historical facts and stories that you never learned in school. So whether you&rsquo;re looking to unravel the mysteries of America&rsquo;s past or just want to learn more about our country&rsquo;s presidents, U.S. History 101 has the answers&mdash;even the ones you didn&rsquo;t know you were looking for. </div>

U.S. History 101

<div>The ultimate crash course in how the US government works—and how it got that way—from the Continental Congress to the Iowa Caucus. Too often, textbooks turn the noteworthy details of government into tedious discourse that would put even the president to sleep. American Government 101 cuts out the boring explanations, and instead provides a hands-on lesson that keeps you engaged as you learn. From the backstory of the Constitution to the institution of the Electoral College, this primer is packed with hundreds of entertaining tidbits and concepts to help you learn about how the government of the United States actually works. So whether you want to learn about how policies and laws are created, or just want to become a better-informed voter, American Government 101 has all the answers—even the ones you didn’t know you were looking for.</div>

Kathleen Sears
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Books By Kathleen Sears (3 Books)

Mythology 101

U.S. History 101

American Government 101

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