Patricia D Netzley

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

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

"A unique resource detailing the developments and use of special effects in the American movie industry, this title is well indexed and illustrated with 366 entries. It covers Academy Award-winning special effects movies, groundbreaking techniques, equipment, and devices, special effects houses, and pivotal figures in mechanical and visual special effects, makeup, creature design, directing, and stunt work."--"Outstanding Reference Sources," American...