1918-

A biography of the star shortstop for the New York Yankees during the 1940's and 50's.

A biography of the imprisoned leader of the African National Congress who, with his wife Winnie, continues to struggle for black majority rights in South Africa.

Recounts the author's experiences as a Jew in Nazi occupied Europe, her survival in a concentration camp, and post-war life in America speaking out as a Holocaust survivor.

A biography of the outstanding Boston Red Sox slugger.

Examines the life and career of the South African civil rights leader and his impact on race relations in his country.

Describes how early in his presidency Mandela sought to symbolically unite South Africa's black and white citizens by having the nation host rugby's first World Cup. He enlisted South Africa's national team, the Springboks, to participate, and the team's improbable run to the World Cup finals attracted and united many fans, black and white.

Chronicles the life of South African leader Nelson Mandela, discussing his childhood in a strong Xhosa family and clan, education, work with the African National Congress, marriage, political causes, years as president, the time he spent in jail, and other related topics.

Evangelist Dr. Billy Graham looks back on his life, discussing his childhood, his early preaching experiences, and his career of public ministry that has taken him around the world and reached millions of people; and reveals details about his private life, his family, and his personal spiritual journey.