Dolan, Edward F. 1924-2010

Overview

Works:	126 works in 362 publications in 1 language and 40,024 library holdings
Genres:	Juvenile works History Biography
Roles:	Author, Compiler

Publication Timeline

Most widely held works by Edward F Dolan

The American Civil War : a house divided by Edward F Dolan( )

3 editions published between 1997 and 2001 in English and held by 1,310 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

An account of the Civil War from its causes to its final battles including discussions of dominent figures of the era, strategies of major battles, and brutal sieges which marked this conflict

America in World War II : 1941 by Edward F Dolan( Book )

21 editions published between 1944 and 1994 in English and held by 1,234 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses the prominent events and personalities of 1941 both on the home front and in the military campaigns in Europe and North Africa and in the Pacific

The American Revolution : how we fought the War of Independence by Edward F Dolan( Book )

5 editions published in 1995 in English and held by 1,163 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

The story of how the colonists overcame formidable odds to win the war of independence

Drugs in sports by Edward F Dolan( Book )

3 editions published between 1986 and 1992 in English and held by 1,124 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Describes the widespread use of anabolic steroids, brake drugs, amphetamines, cocaine, and marijuana by athletes and discusses what the sports world has done to cope with drug abuse

Child abuse by Edward F Dolan( Book )

10 editions published between 1980 and 1992 in English and held by 1,101 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Investigates the various forms of child abuse and the sources of help that are available for victims and abusers

America in World War I by Edward F Dolan( Book )

2 editions published in 1996 in English and held by 1,086 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Explains the roots of World War I and shows how the United States was drawn in despite strong sentiment for remaining uninvolved. Actions of U.S. troops "over there," new weapons such as the tank and airplane, the home front, and the peace that ended the war are covered

Pasteur and the invisible giants by Edward F Dolan( Book )

3 editions published in 1958 in English and held by 802 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Story of an outstanding man and his achievements that beneficially changed the destiny of mankind

Gun control : a decision for Americans by Edward F Dolan( Book )

6 editions published between 1978 and 1982 in English and Undetermined and held by 792 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses both sides of the gun control debate including the use of firearms in the United States historically and at present and existing gun control laws both here and abroad

Calling the play : a beginner's guide to amateur sports officiating by Edward F Dolan( Book )

7 editions published between 1981 and 1984 in English and held by 753 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

MIA : missing in action : a Vietnam drama by Edward F Dolan( Book )

2 editions published in 1989 in English and held by 690 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses the mysterious disappearance of thousands of American servicemen serving in Vietnam and other areas of Southeast Asia during the years of war and turmoil in that region. Examines the issue of government reluctance to support the efforts to rescue and help find these missing men

Disaster 1906; the San Francisco earthquake and fire by Edward F Dolan( Book )

3 editions published in 1967 in English and held by 654 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

In 1906 San Francisco suffered the worst damage ever inflicted on an American city. This minute-to-minute account presents causes and effects; brings to life actors in the drama, both heroic and comic

Panama and the United States : their canal, their stormy years by Edward F Dolan( Book )

2 editions published in 1990 in English and held by 614 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A history of Panama's relations with the United States, discussing how the construction of the Panama Canal caused years of strife between the two nations and steps taken to improve relations

The Bermuda Triangle, and other mysteries of nature by Edward F Dolan( Book )

6 editions published between 1980 and 1984 in English and held by 584 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses the Bermuda Triangle, UFO's, the abominable snowman or Yeti, and Bigfoot or Sasquatch

The insanity plea by Edward F Dolan( Book )

2 editions published in 1984 in English and held by 579 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

An examination of the insanity plea, how it developed, how it works, and the controversy that surrounds it. Also discusses its effect on the criminal justice system in the United States

The complete beginner's guide to making and flying kites by Edward F Dolan( Book )

4 editions published between 1977 and 1979 in English and held by 547 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

An introduction to the construction and flying of kites including discussions of various flat, bow, and box kites

The Spanish-American War by Edward F Dolan( Book )

3 editions published in 2001 in English and held by 545 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

This brief (about four months) war marked the emergence of America as a world power, and thus marks a turning point in American history. The rallying cry was "Remember the Maine!" and so they did, thanks in a large part to the hue and cry raised by yellow journalists of the time. The battle for the most sensational headlines between Wm Randolph Hearst and Joseph Pulitzer certainly fanned the flames of this war. Teddy Roosevelt's Rough Riders are a colorful part of this war as well

Animal rights by Edward F Dolan( Book )

4 editions published in 1986 in English and held by 528 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Surveys legislation, public attitudes, and conditions in the area of treatment of animals, particularly in scientific experimentation and also in agriculture, hunting, and entertainment

America after Vietnam : legacies of a hated war by Edward F Dolan( Book )

3 editions published in 1989 in English and held by 516 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Examines the physical, emotional, and social effects of the Vietnamese War on those who survived it, both the veterans and the refugees who came to America

Adolf Hitler, a portrait in tyranny by Edward F Dolan( Book )

3 editions published in 1981 in English and held by 508 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A biography of Adolf Hitler from his youth to his self-destruction in a Berlin bunker

Drought : the past, present, and future enemy by Edward F Dolan( Book )

2 editions published in 1990 in English and held by 507 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses the causes and effects of droughts and examines the possibility of future droughts due to such phenomena as the greenhouse effect. Also discusses weather modification as a solution to this problem