Torque Books

"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about the Army Delta Force. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about the Army Rangers. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"Engaging images accompany information about Comanche warriors. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

It could be argued that John Cena is currently the face of professional wrestling. He has held the World Championship Belt many times and is a fan favorite. This book teaches readers about John Cena's past, how he became a skilled professional wrestler, and how he continues to thrill fans around the world.

Randy Orton is the youngest wrestler to ever win the World Wrestling Entertainment Heavyweight Championship. When he debuted, he was nicknamed "The Legend Killer" because of his ability to defeat superstars. Now, he is a superstar. This title explores his past, his rise to fame, and the moves that keep him on top!

"Engaging images accompany information about Triple H. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

For over 200 years, the British redcoats were the most feared infantry on Earth. The discipline with which they fought was enough to defeat almost any foe. Readers will learn about the history, training, and weapons that made them such effective soldiers.

"Engaging images accompany information about ninja. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"Engaging images accompany information about vikings. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

The sounds of prisoners clanging through the halls, sobbing in their cells, or even playing the banjo may be normal in most prisons. But when they come from walls that haven't confined inmates in decades, it can only mean one thing. Read on to meet the criminals who met their end in Alcatraz but refused to fully depart.

The Eastern State Penitentiary was the first prison to use solitary confinement. This controversial form of punishment is said to have left many inmates mentally ill. A few were driven to such desperate madness that even death couldn't bring proper relief. Discover why many believe these prisoners have left behind imprints of their disturbed souls.

Long ago, the cemeteries of Paris were overflowing with dead bodies. The solution? Dig up the bones and move them to quarries beneath the city. Now the dark tunnels are artfully lined with bones and skulls, but visitors notice more than the décor. Find out how resentful ghosts make their presence known in the catacombs of Paris.

The Milan Miracle. This sums up Santino Marella's entrance into WWE. Marella was hand-picked to wrestle Umaga in Milan, Italy for the Intercontinental Championship. And though he was the underdog, he won! Since that win, Marella has been on a quest to become the Greatest Intercontinental Champion of All Time.

In the Tower of London, the ghosts are known by name. They are the infamous nobility of times past, and they all boast stories of gruesome and untimely death. Today, the spirits often reveal themselves on the anniversary of their murders. Meet the who's who of England's dark past in a tour through the Tower of London.

Zack Ryder first entered WWE as an Edge look-alike, providing backup for the superstar. But today his once-long hair is short and spiked, and he is becoming a superstar himself. Known as The Long Island Loudmouth, Ryder became the United States Champion in 2011.

Although this New Orleans cemetery covers only one city block, it is the final resting place of more than 100,000 people. Many people believe that not all of these people are actually resting. Read this spooky children's title to find out which ghost still appears in front of his tomb and why visitors chalk X's on the grave of a famous voodoo queen.

"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about computer gaming. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

Spinning a whirlpool, the kraken draws sailors into the depths of the sea. Its beak is where the sailors meet their end. The sea is a dark and mysterious place. It is no wonder the myth of the kraken has taken shape. Young readers will discover the history of this creature along with its modern-day portrayals in this engaging title. An opening narrative, origin map, historical timeline, and other features add to the excitement. Readers will be begging...