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  • - A Biography
    av Richard Steins
    721

    He is one of the most famous Americans alive, yet has spent much of his professional life in behind-the-scenes positions. Beginning with his humble origins, this biography traces Powell's experiences from childhood, moving from his early days in the military through his climb to the highest echelons of power in Washington D.C.

  • - A Critical Companion
    av Ruben Pelayo
    697 - 867

    In this work, readers are introduced to Garcia Marquez with an account of his life; from his friendships with poets and presidents, to his distinguished career as a journalist, novelist, and chronicler of the quintessential Latin American experience.

  • - A Biography
    av Mary Cross
    667

    As the Material Girl, Eva Peron in Evita, and queen of the disco floor, Madonna's transformations and assumed identities keep her fans wanting more. This biography traces Madonna's ambitious journey from a Midwest upbringing as part of a large family to achieving fame on a global scale.

  • - A Biography
    av Kathi Jackson
    667

    Steven Spielberg is hailed as one of the most influential film directors in motion picture history. This biography traces his rise from shooting films as a shy young boy with the family's 8mm camera to his first unpaid job at Universal Studios, to the rise of DreamWorks, the studio Spielberg founded and turned into a filmmaking powerhouse.

  • - A Biography
    av Peter Limb
    667

    Everyone should know the life story of Nelson Mandela, one of the greatest leaders of all time, the first black president of South Africa, the most famous African, and a major world statesman.

  • - A Biography
    av Edward J. Rielly
    691

    A revered political, spiritual, and military leader, Sitting Bull was legendary for his stubbornness and battle prowess as head of the Lakota Sioux in the 1860s. This biography explores: Sitting Bull's early years and successes as a young warrior; and the Battle of Little Bighorn and Sitting Bull's eventual flight to Canada.

  • - A Biography
    av David L. Porter
    667

    With the possible exceptions of boxer Muhammad Ali and baseball player Babe Ruth, no athlete has made a greater impact on American society-or in the world-than Michael Jordan.

  • - A Biography
    av Meg Greene
    547

    Billie Holiday (1915-1959), the legendary jazz singer whose vocal stylings were deeply affecting, continues to enthrall. The narrative further chronicles Holiday's relationships, descent into drug addiction, the subsequent diminishment of her talent, and tragic early death.

  • - A Biography
    av Jacqueline Edmondson
    407 - 547

    Condoleezza Rice's story encapsulates some of the great changes that have occurred in US society. This work covers the time period (1954-2005), which was a time of struggle for many in the United States and around the world. It provides a timeline that describes significant events in Rice's life, and lists a bibliography.

  • - A Biography
    av Anthony O. Edmonds
    587

    At the pinnacle of his boxing career during the 1960s and early 1970s, Muhammad Ali seemed to be a cultural symbol of the times. This book describes Ali's life from his birth, with an emphasis on his career through 1975. It covers such topics as his boxing matches, his religious conversion to Islam, and his efforts to promote world peace.

  • - A Biography
    av Jacqueline Edmondson
    587

    Tells the life stories of the sisters who came into professional tennis at the end of the 20th century with a force never seen before in the sport. Shares their stories and encourages the reader to consider the impact of race, gender and culture on sport.

  • - A Biography
    av Kristine M. Larsen
    621

    This biography of Hawking, written by a physicist, provides an accessible introduction to the life and work of an inspirational figure. Stephen Hawking: A Biography provides an overview of the life and work of this brilliant scientist that can be read and appreciated by students and lay people alike.

  • - A Biography
    av Marilyn Ogilvie
    721

    his is followed by her education at the Sorbonne in Paris, where she earned the equivalent of two master's degrees - one in physics and a second in mathematics; her marriage to Pierre Curie, with whom she collaborated on much of her scientific work; the personal scandal that surrounded Marie in the aftermath of Pierre's tragic death; the.

  • - A Biography
    av Jeffrey W. Coker
    587

    A brief, thorough introduction to the life and times of the most influential and effective president in modern America, this volume is ideal for students researching the Great Depression or World War II. Franklin Delano Roosevelt was one of the best and most influential presidents in U.S. history.

  • - A Biography
    av Connie Ann Kirk
    721

    Explores both the critical acclaim and the controversies surrounding Rowling's books and the characters. Chapters follow Rowling's early childhood in England through her school year's, friendships, and early influences, tracing her family life, travels and development as a writer.

  • - A Biography
    av Connie Ann Kirk
    721

    Using updated scholarship and never before published primary research, this new biography peels away the myths surrounding Emily Dickinson and takes a fresh look at the complex and busy life of this genius of American letters.

  • - A Biography
    av Shiva Balaghi
    407 - 777

    In July 1979, Saddam Hussein became the President of Iraq. Since his capture, Saddam has been transferred to Iraqi legal custody and awaits his trial for atrocities committed during his regime. This biography details Saddam's difficult childhood in Tikrit and his politically influential teenage years in Baghdad with his uncle.

  • - A Biography
    av Robert P. Broadwater
    681

    This book tells the life story of William T. Sherman, one of the Civil War's most accomplished generals and an American military professional who changed how wars were fought.

  • - A Biography
    av Meg Greene
    681

    Readers seeking information about Elena Kagan-from her early life and her ascent to the Supreme Court to how she approaches questions of fairness, justice, equality, and civil rights-will find this biography engaging and invaluable.

  • - A Biography
    av Paula Johanson
    681

    This biography details Lady Gaga's life from all angles, documenting her family background; the events before and during her meteoric rise to success as a songwriter, singer, and performance artist; her deft use of social media; and her political commentary.

  • - A Biography
    av Connie Ann Kirk
    741

    Aimed at high school students and general readers, this accessibly written volume describes the life and times of Mark Twain. Supplemental materials include a chronology, Clemens family tree, selected quotations, and listings of important places and holdings in Mark Twain studies.

  • - A Biography
    av Janice Arenofsky
    691

    Although Beyonce Knowles is not yet 30, the sensual superstar has already succeeded on many levels: as a dancer, singer, composer, model, music producer, video director and actress.

  • - A Biography
    av Alejandro Quintana Ph.D.
    681

    Providing both an analysis of the Mexican Revolution and a compelling story of the notorious Pancho Villa, this book describes this historical period from the perspective of its most iconic figure. Doroteo Arango-much better known as "Pancho Villa"-was one of the revolutionary generals during Mexico's turbulent times in the early 1900s.

  • - A Biography
    av Michael E. Meagher Ph.D.
    667

    Kennedy's life from the emergence of the Kennedy family in the early 20th century to his assassination in 1963 Includes historical maps, such as a map of Germany in 1961Contains numerous photographs of the parents and family of John F.

  • - A Biography
    av Patricia Cronin Marcello
    621

    Mohandas K Gandhi, is a revered figure for his nonviolent action to free India from British rule. This book follows Gandhi from his family's home, via sojourn in England to prepare for a law career, to his growth from a timid new barrister in South Africa to India's foremost negotiator with the British power structure.

  • - A Biography
    av Michael B. Becraft
    707

    The cofounder of Microsoft, Bill Gates helped transform society by ushering in the era of ubiquitous personal computing. This book examines the life and achievements of this standout American inventor and philanthropist.

  • - A Biography
    av Stephanie Li
    667

    This book is a revealing look at the life and work of Nobel laureate Toni Morrison.

  • - A Biography
    av A. B. Assensoh
    681

    This fresh biography unearths previously unpublished nuances about Malcolm X's life. Malcolm X: A Biography is a historical and political analysis of the black leader's life and times, offering a detailed treatment of its subject's multifaceted story.

  • - A Biography
    av David V. Moskowitz
    691

    Bob Marley was the first superstar to emerge from the Third World. Although he lived a short life, only 36 years, Marley penned an enormous quantity of songs, pioneering a new reggae rhythm and sound that was distinctly Jamaican. This book gives an inside look at the man behind the legend.

  • - A Biography
    av Meg Greene
    887

    This insightful biography introduces readers to Justice Sonia Sotomayor, a remarkable woman with a single-minded pursuit of educational excellence, who rose from poverty in a Bronx housing project to a seat on the U.S. Supreme Court.

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