The lives of Ugwu, a thirteen-year-old houseboy, Olanna, the mistress of the professor the boy works for, and Richard, a Englishman in love with the woman's sister, are endangered during the political unrest resulting from the forming of

Chronicles the history of American law from its beginnings in the colonies to the end of the twentieth century, highlighting the achievements and failures of the American legal system.

Includes bonus feature "Over Ireland" and web addresses.Explores Ireland's history between the Stone Age and the Norman invasion, examining what is known about famous ancient figures such as Queen Maeve and warrior Cu Chullain; the growth of Christianity between the fifth and ninth centuries; and the warring and corruption that marked the tenth through twel

Gathered here are some seldom heard stories which may surprise you. Not about everyone or everything, but about some people, places and events that made an impression on their era.