Describes the politics, economics, art, and technology of the German film studio that was originally founded to produce propaganda during World War I

Translated from German, this is a biography for adults of the girl whose life touched millions. Drawing on interviews with family and friends, Muller presents a portrait of the flesh-and-blood Anne Frank for all who seek a deeper, richer understanding of her and the brutal times in which she lived and died.

A vibrant study of Athens documents the origins of democracy and Greek culture, profiles such figures as Socrates and Plato, and examines the major historical events that have shaped Athens and influenced philosophy, art, literature, and other areas of study. 15,000 first printing.

An explanation of why and how, with our high intelligence and vast knowledge, humans continue to make catastrophic mistakes is accompanied by a concise handbook on how to 'go right.'

Shows the rich variety of plant and animal life in the ever-shrinking tropical rain forests of the world, and assesses the long-term impact of rain forest destruction

Tells how to select a pet snake and terrarium equipment, describes snake behavior, and lists the care requirements of the most popular breeds

Tells how to select, feed, and care for a cat, describes their habits and behavior, and provides information on health care, travel, breeding, and cat shows

Describes the characteristics of various breeds, tells how to select, house, feed, groom, and train a dog, and discusses common health care problems

Tells how to select, house, feed, and care for an African gray parrot, explains examples of parrot behavior, and discusses common ailments