One cannot help but think of terrorist attacks while watching Stephen Spielberg's update of the classic sci-fi fantasy THE WAR OF THE WORLDS. While the H.G. Wells story dates back to 1898, and has inspired previous adaptations, this particular version feeds off its 21st century audience's fear of a terrorist- induced apocalypse. Even if the sight of tall buildings crumbling to the ground and crowds running fearfully away from their demise doesn't trigger post-9/11 paranoia, dialogue such as "Is it the terrorists?" will. Disgruntled, divorced father Ray Ferrier (Tom Cruise) is struggling to connect with his estranged kids, who have been dropped off by their mother for the weekend, when a severe and unusual lightning storm leaves his New Jersey neighborhood powerless. Over the course of the... Less

Making History II lets grand strategy players experience the role of a WWII era national leader embroiled in the toxic mix of waning empires, economic crisis, and ethnic "fault lines" that famously resulted in a global war that transformed the world. Now armchair generals and grand strategy masters can attempt to write their own history, and choose to either defend the world from tyranny or embark on a quest for global conquest. There are diplomatic decisions about everything from alliances to colonization, such as whether you grant full independence or create a puppet state. Cities are customizable via a series of constructible add-on buildings, allowing you to build a giant shipyard in New York or a munitions factory in Stuttgart. Military forces can be upgraded, repaired and reinforced... Less

Free Worldwide Delivery : The Storm of War : Hardback : Harper : 9780061228599 : 0061228591 : 17 May 2011 : "The Storm of War" is a magisterial new history of World War II and the Axis strategy that lost the war, by one of Britain's finest historians and a "New York Times"-bestselling author.

An earth-shattering adventure that both rivets and amazes (Michael Wilmington, Chicago Tribune), War of the Worlds reunites superstar Tom Cruise and Academy Award-winning director Steven Spielberg for one of the most awe-inspiring cinematic experiences of all time!A contemporary retelling of H.G. Wells classic, the sci-fi thriller reveals the extraordinary battle for the future of humankind through the eyes of one American family. Fleeing from an extraterrestrial army of killer Tripods that annihilate everything in their path, Ray Ferrier (Cruise) races to keep his family safe. War of the Worlds is an action packed adventure that explodes with spectacular special effects!

Direct from the National Archives It was one of the deadliest wars in American history. Get some of the most important films on WWII in this special 6-DVD collection featuring archival footage direct from the United States National Archives. See film actually taken by German troops and confiscated by the U.S., footage of President Roosevelt, General Eisenhower and Adolf Hitler in documentaries that illustrate the horrors of war. Many films include narration or feature Hollywood stars, including Susan Hayward, Jimmy Stewart, Alan Ladd and Katherine Hepburn. Films Include D-DAY (1944) HERE IS GERMANY (1945) INVASION OF POLAND BY THE GERMAN ARMY (1943) OPERATION CARPETBAGGER (1951) NAZI CONCENTRATION CAMPS (1945) TARGET FOR TONIGHT (1941) SAN PIETRO (1945) CIVILIAN DEFENSE (1942) THE BIG... Less

Covering the years 1920-1945, challenging map exercises and reflective review questions will help students develop their historical analysis skills. Postwar Britain and France, The Great Depression, Rise of Hitler, Nazi Terror, the beginning of WWII, the Allied Drive and Victory, Holocaust, Japan, and other aspects of WWII are addressed through reading handouts and accompanying exercise instructions. 30 pages, softcover with answer key. Grades 7-12.

An earth-shattering adventure that both rivets and amazes (Michael Wilmington, Chicago Tribune), War of the Worlds reunites superstar Tom Cruise and Academy Award-winning director Steven Spielberg for one of the most awe-inspiring cinematic experiences of all time!A contemporary retelling of H.G. Wells classic, the sci-fi thriller reveals the extraordinary battle for the future of humankind through the eyes of one American family. Fleeing from an extraterrestrial army of killer Tripods that annihilate everything in their path, Ray Ferrier (Cruise) races to keep his family safe. War of the Worlds is an action packed adventure that explodes with spectacular special effects!

One cannot help but think of terrorist attacks while watching Stephen Spielberg's update of the classic sci-fi fantasy THE WAR OF THE WORLDS. While the H.G. Wells story dates back to 1898, and has inspired previous adaptations, this particular version feeds off its 21st century audience's fear of a terrorist- induced apocalypse. Even if the sight of tall buildings crumbling to the ground and crowds running fearfully away from their demise doesn't trigger post-9/11 paranoia, dialogue such as "Is it the terrorists?" will. Disgruntled, divorced father Ray Ferrier (Tom Cruise) is struggling to connect with his estranged kids, who have been dropped off by their mother for the weekend, when a severe and unusual lightning storm leaves his New Jersey neighborhood powerless. Over the course of the... Less

It is 1863, and the age of the Samurai is coming to a close. The masters of sword, bow and horse face a period of massive change as a new Japan is born to the bellowing of cannon and the shriek of steam engines. The modern, Victorian world of Europe and America is battering at Japans gates, bringing revolutionary new weapons to the country: weapons which will Sound the death-knell of the Samurai class. This new world can be shut out and tradition upheld, or it can be embraced and mastered. Into this upheaval, a new, Imperial movement rises up against the old Shoguns, attempting to restore the Emperor as rightful master of Japan. Will you back this rising Imperial power, or the Shogunate of old? Choose your path, and carry the country with you in the final battle for Japans future: the... Less

LORD OF THE RINGS WAR OF THE RING SECOND EDITION WAR OF THE RING is a grand strategy board game that allows its players to immerse themselves in the world created by J.R.R. Tolkien's and experience its epic action, dramatic conflict, and memorable characters. As the Free Peoples player you command the proud hosts of the most important kingdoms of the Third Age. From the horse-lords of Rohan to the soldiers of Gondor and the Elven lords of Rivendell, you lead the defense of the last free realms of Middle-earth. Face the evil minions of Sauron on the field of battle in a desperate attempt to delay their onslaught, while you lead the Fellowship of the Ring in the Quest for Mount Doom. As the Shadow player you lead the hordes of the Dark Lord and his most powerful minions as they try to bring... Less