Orem Library

Surveys the treatment of gods, goddesses, the heavens, creation, death, and evil as expressed in various mythologies around the world--

Readers can journey back in time to ancient Greece in this visually stunning introduction to one of the world's founding nations that features fascinating information, statistics and facts showing how the ancient Greeks transformed our world. "Travel back in time to a civilization rich in epic heroes, powerful gods, myths, and legends. Discover how ancient Greek art, ideas, science, and medicine have influenced the world today, and how a sports...

Provides an eyewitness account of the war that devastated Europe, from the assassination of an archduke to the killing fields of France. New Look! Relaunched with new jackets and 8 pages of new text! Here is an original and exciting guide to the grim challenge of life or death on the Western Front. Devastating first-hand reports and contemporary photographs of the battles that slaughtered millions, together with a clear account of how nation upon...

Discover the wonders of the world's oceans. Meet strange-looking fish, explore shipwrecks and see how an octopus moves.

An illustrated look at various aspects of life in medieval Europe, covering everyday life, religion, royalty, and more.

Examines the anatomy, history, and breeds of horses, and discusses the different ways horses have been used throughout history.

Packed with striking photography, Eyewitness Fossil explores the creatures and plants that lived long ago. Become an eyewitness to the natural treasures found in rocks in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of all things fossils. Children will be mesmerized by the bones, teeth, and plants from long ago that have all been turned to rock. This beautifully illustrated guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into how paleontologists...

Traces the history of the Asian war that killed over 58,000 Americans, discussing the causes and effects, leaders, major battles, guerrilla warfare, aerial bombing, weaponry, peace negotiations, and lessons learned.

Explores the life and work of the French impressionist painter and includes photographs of his more popular works of art.