Auteur: Joel Newsome

For centuries, elves have been characters of myths and legends. Originating in Scandinavian tales, the folklore of elves has evolved over time. Today, many people associate elves with the memorable c …

For thousands of years, Native Americans have called North America home. They built great cities, communities, and cultures in the continent’s hills, valleys, deserts, and forests. However, for many, …

Jordan is a flourishing Middle Eastern country with a long history spanning thousands of years. This book provides a careful study of the country, in particular, its traditions, people, economy, and …

The time period surrounding the Civil War was fraught with racism, the horrific conditions of slavery, and violence against freedmen. Though history remembers the war as one waged on behalf of Africa …

Anyone who has watched Indiana Jones knows that curses can have very real implications. However, is there such a thing today as cursed objects? This book explores some of the most well-known cursed o …

Considered to be one of the most talented generals in history and known for his use of elephants in battle, the Carthaginian general, Hannibal spent his life fighting and often defeating the Roman ar …

Actress Kerry Washington has performed for film, television, and Broadway, but when she is off the stage, Washington is an outspoken activist, supporting women’s rights and calling attention to other …

The world of jazz was just developing when Louis Armstrong was born in 1901. During his life, Armstrong became a defining figure in the burgeoning jazz movement, developing his own style in both band …

The quest for resources, from farmland to gold to oil, has shaped much of U.S. history. Ensuing competition for these resources has had a tangible effect on both American geography and the environmen …

In 1886, a ragtag group of factory workers in southeast London decided to form a soccer team. After their first game, which they dominated 6 over 0, they adopted the moniker Royal Arsenal. Arsenal FC …

New Zealand has captured the imagination of foreign travelers and citizens for centuries. Some of the world’s most beautiful landscapes are found within this island nation. New Zealand society honors …