Edmondson, Jacqueline

Examines music's influence on American contemporary life tracing historical connections, with entries including singers, composers, lyricists, songs, musical genres, instruments, technologies, music in films, music in political areas, and music shows on television.

A biography of singer/songwriter John Lennon, discussing his early years in Liverpool, his accomplishments as a member of the rock group the Beatles, his solo work and activism, and his murder in 1980.

Presents the life of the African American stateswoman, discussing her childhood in Birmingham during a time of racial tensions, her academic career, her government appointments, and her current tenure as Secretary of State under George W. Bush.

Presents a short biography of Venus and Serena Williams containing a timeline on both women that chronicles their lives and careers, and describes their tournaments and awards and the challenges of being a celebrity.

A biography of rock guitarist Jerry Garcia, one of the original founders of the band The Grateful Dead, discussing his family and youth, the progression of his music career, his drug use, and other details of his personal life.