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For fast-paced true tales of extraordinary lives, turn to Capstone's Graphic Biographies set. These graphic novel format biographies inspire, entertain, and inform readers about individuals who have made significant contributions to society. An additional information section provides key facts and further understanding.

Vlad Dracula was the Prince of Wallachia, a region of Romania, in the Middle Ages. A cruel tyrant, he became known as Vlad the Impaler because he killed his enemies by impaling them on sharp stakes outside his castle. Tales of his ruthless violence spread far and wide, and later inspired the legend of Count Dracula, a bloodthirsty vampire! An exciting narrative format brings a bloody chapter of history to life, while providing plenty of creepy...

Hydraulic power has been used for hundreds of years for everything from sawmills to steam generators. Water Power explores the past and present uses for this source of renewable energy and uses vivid photographs and illustrations to discuss its future in energy development.

Labels common stories about the Titanic as fact or fiction and teaches readers how to tell the difference between truth and rumors.

By February 1945 the United States had been fighting World War II for more than three years. Soldiers were worn down from battle, and civilians were drained by sacrifice. But a photograph of Marines raising an American flag on Japanese soil gave a wearied nation a renewed sense of pride and hope. This powerful image of strength and determination became the most famous image of the war. It not only captured a moment of victory against a strong ...

By February 1945 the United States had been fighting World War II for more than three years. Soldiers were worn down from battle, and civilians were drained by sacrifice. But a photograph of Marines raising an American flag on Japanese soil gave a wearied nation a renewed sense of pride and hope. This powerful image of strength and determination became the most famous image of the war. It not only captured a moment of victory against a strong ...

Each book looks at an event that changed our world, with in-depth information about the event, those involved, and the issues at stake at the time, as well as the aftermath and consquences.