Jonathan Grupper

Take a totally tropical trip to the rain forest and meet spotted jaguars, colorful poison-arrow frogs, slow-moving sloths, and loud-mouthed howler monkeys.

Documents the rise and growth of Islam throughout the world, from the birth of Prophet Muhammad in the 6th century through the peak of the Ottoman Empire 1000 years later. Discusses the impact of Islamic civilization on world history and culture.

Presents an overview of the political events that led to the Louisiana Purchase, explaining how Thomas Jefferson facilitated the acquisition of 800,000 square miles from France, exploring the origins, controversies, and historical implications of the deal.