Gaines, Ann

Follows the life of George Washington from his childhood in Virginia through his two terms as the first chief executive of the United States and into his post-presidential years, and includes photographs and illustrations, a time line and glossary, articles on key events that influenced Washington, and other reference materials.

Examines the life and career of Kenny Irwin, Jr., a NASCAR driver who won the most points of any rookie on the Winston Cup circuit in 1998.

Describes some of the exciting competitions and unusual finishes in professional automobile racing in the twentieth century.

Presents a brief biography of children's writer Christopher Paul Curtis, who gave up his job at Fisher Auto Body Plant in Flint, Michigan and began the award-winning author of such books as "The Watsons Go To Birmingham" and "Bud, Not Buddy".

Describes the adventures of conquistador Hernando de Soto, providing background on his early life and discussing the ways Spain's search for wealth dramatically changed North America.

An illustrated biography of Theodore Roosevelt, discussing his early life in New York, his work as a philanthropist, his entry into politics, his marriages and family, his assumption of the presidency after the assassination of President McKinley, and his subsequent re-election.

Chronicles the life and career of children's book author Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss, who wrote "Green Eggs and Ham, " "The Cat in the Hat, " and "The Grinch Who Stole Christmas.".

Photographs and easy-to-follow text explore the music, culture, and history of hip-hop; and discusses artists, fashion, rivalries, and other related topics.

A biography of the stand-up comedian and actor, discussing his sexual abuse as a child, his subsequent battle with depression, and his work in clubs, on television, and in films.

Explains how chemist Wallace Carothers assisted in the discovery, development, and distribution of nylon in the mid-twentieth century.