Fred Ramen Knihy

This biography of Reinhard Heydrich, leader of the SS, details the rise to power by one of Hitler's most faithful servants and political spokesmen. Ramen describes Heydrich's drive and determination to gain full control of the police under Hitler, his indiscretions along the way, and his appointment to the occupied half of the newly divided country of Czechoslovakia: Bohemia-Moravia.

A driven man obsessed with conquering Mexico and the Aztec Empire, Cortes, the most famous of the Spanish conquistadors, did just that in 1521. This book retells the dramatic story of his quest, this time using primary source material and quotes taken from both the Aztecs and the letters of Cortes himself. This biography is an exciting examination of history that will engage new and familiar readers alike.

Hermann Goring was with Hitler from the beginning of his career as a minor politician in Munich to his ruthless domination of Europe. Soldier, politician, and general, Goring was an important and influential member of the Nazi Party. In this biography the author deftly chronicles the shocking life and times of this key member of the Third Reich.

Football legend Joe Montana ended his career with impressive statistics: four Super Bowl victories, three MVPs, and one town named for him--to cite a few. This star quarterback's journey to the acclaimed Football Hall of Fame is a tale of hard work, brute strength, and outstanding athleticism. Montana's incredible career is an inspiration for all football fans, and this easy-to-read text is perfect for middle school readers.

Pizarro is credited with conquering the Inca and founding the city of Lima before he was assassinated.

Profiles the life and forty-year legacy of basketball great Jerry West.

Chronicles the life of the powerful member of the Nazi party who was second in command to Adolf Hitler and leader of the German Air Force during World War II.

Here is a new group of dramatic and harrowing stories of the Holocaust. These stories of both the victims and the evildoers recount the depravity, suffering, and courage that took place during this shameful time in world history. These stirring stories will inpire teens to understand the meaning of moral commitment and to say never again.Long after his death, the degree of Albert Speer's guilt for his part in Nazi war crimes is still under debate. This book examines Speer's life as a young architect to Adolf Hitler and his rise to power as Germany's Minister of Production during World War II. Readers will also learn about the Nuremberg Trials, where Speer escaped a death sentence, and his imprisonment, a time he devoted to writing about Hitler's rule.

Profiles the life of Reinhard Heydrich, head of the Gestapo and the man in charge of the Nazi death camps.