Patricia Netzley's Books

This encyclopedia provides information on individuals, groups, places, events, and issues related to terrorism in the United States and internationally. Readers will learn about state-sponsored terrorism, religious terrorism, right-wing and left-wing terrorism. Entries include coverage on terrorist leaders and terrorist organizations as well as entries on the people, agencies, and organizations that are specialized in fighting terrorism.

Lasting from 1861 to 1865, the Civil War pitted brother against brother and resulted in the deaths of well over 600,000 soldiers. This encyclopedia provides information about a variety of topics related to the war and its aftermath, including political issues, generals, battles and campaigns, armies, weapons and ammunition, naval vessels, medical treatments, and aspects of daily life in the military and on the home front.

Thousands of years ago, the ancient Egyptians established a civilization that continue to fascinate people today. This A-Z encyclopedia provides information about the most important people, places, and practices of ancient Egypt, as well as about ancient Egyptian historical periods, religious beliefs, art, architecture, and concepts related to the Egyptian worldview. In addition, the encyclopedia talks about the Egyptologists and archaeologists who helped advance modern knowledge about this ancient culture. Provides numerous entries covering the world of ancient Egypt.

This encyclopedia covers all aspects of witchcraft: magical tools, rituals, concepts, and traditions as well as witchcraft-related deities and historical events. It offers entries about important figures in the field of witchcraft, from witch-trial judges and other persecutors to people at the forefront of the modern witchcraft movement. Compelling entries present definitions of important terms, biographies of central figures, and brief narratives of pivotal events.

For decades, people throughout the world have reported encounters with what they believe are extraterrestrials. This title explores the nature of such encounters and objectively examines the most prevalent theories regarding alien experiences, including those related to space exploration, time travel, alternate dimensions, and the workings of the human mind.

A biography of the bandit who formed his own "Wild Bunch" of outlaws which became famous for its robberies throughout the Rocky Mountain states of the American West.

The first comprehensive guide to America's historic house museums, this directory moves beyond merely listing institutions to providing information about interpretive themes, historical and architectural significance, collections, and cultural and social importance, along with programming events and facility information. Useful cross-reference guides provide quick and easy ways of locating information on almost 2500 museums. A multi-functional reference for museum professionals, local historians, historic preservationists or anyone interested in America's historic house museums.

Discusses thunderstorms, including development, rain, wind, thunder, lightining, tornadoes, forecasting and monitoring.

Discusses various aspects of angels, including their symbolic use in literature, art and religion, as well as beliefs surrounding their origins and existence.

Profiles King Tut's life and discusses the fascination with and mystery surrounding his death, the search for his tomb and its treasures, and the illnesses of archaeologists who have explored Egyptian tombs.

Discusses paranormal phenomena including psychic connections, predicting the future, the mind/body connection, spirits, sprites, aliens, and faith healing.

The Vikings possessed many skills and talents that helped them make a lasting contribution to the world, but they are legendary for their raiding and pillaging. Their ventures and conquests in Europe during the Viking era are major events in world history.

This book not only offers historical and biographical information related to the development of Buddhism as an important world religion but also provides details regarding how modern Buddhists practice their faith.

This book discusses the controversies over environmental policies and practices involving endangered species, wilderness areas, and trash disposal.

Describes the history, culture, and life of people living during the Renaissance.

Discusses the long period of human history known as the Stone Age during which humans evolved into beings capable of inventing and using increasingly sophisticated tools and creating complex social groupings.

Discusses the importance in history of the queen who ruled England for sixty-four years and during whose reign Great Britain expanded its influence throughout the world.

Examines aspects of the American criminal justice system, including police powers, gun control, mandatory sentencing, juvenile justice, and the death penalty.

Describes the geography, history, daily life, and culture of Switzerland.

Examines the history and behavior of pirates, discussing their ships, hard life at sea, plunder and pillage, profits, and notable individuals.

Discusses this mythical beast and the roles it has played in legend, religion, and medieval medicine, as well as man's efforts to prove its existence.

Describes requirements and preparations necessary to climb Mount Everest, and what life is like during the climb.

Examines the land, people, history, politics, and culture of Japan and discusses its state of affairs and place in the world today.

Examines a wide range of environmental problems including overpopulation, biodiversity, pollution, and conservation and encourages readers to become involved in trying to solve these problems.

Discusses various aspects of angels, including their symbolic use in literature, art and religion, as well as beliefs surrounding their origins and existence.

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