Jim Ollhoff

This title introduces readers to Marco Polo, the great explorer who was the first European to explore China. Polo's life story is examined, from his early travels with father Niccolo Polo and uncle Maffeo Polo to China to see Kublai Khan and visit Xanadu, to his marriage to Donata Badoer, to his travels in China in the Kublai Khan's service. Polo's book The Travels of Marc Polo is covered, as is its influence on other explorers such as Christopher...

An illustrated introduction to Utah that covers the geography, climate, weather, plants, animals, history, people, cities, transportation, natural resources, industry, sports, and entertainment of the state.

Biography of Captain James Cook, a great explorer and mapmaker.

Discusses the family tree as a tool for conducting genealogy research, offering advice on how to interview family members and others, and including tips on how to draw an extended family tree.

Presents a guide to using DNA in genealogical research.

Discusses the identity and influence of Hispanic Americans in the history of the United States.

Explores Japanese mythology and includes the Japanese creation story, the Sun Goddess Amaterasu, the first emperor Jimmu, the Oni Japanese Devils, and other popular gods and goddesses.

Presents a brief guide on how to check facts and use other information in genealogical research.

Explores Indian mythology and includes the history of India, Brahma the Creator, Vishnu the Preserver, Shiva the Destroyer, Kali the Demon Killer, and other popular gods and goddesses.

An introduction to immigration, describing when and why European, African, Asian, Middle Eastern, and Hispanic people came to live in the United States, and discussing the dangers involved in traveling to a new country.