biography

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Alexander Hamilton, revolutionary

Looks at the life of American statesman, lawmaker, writer of the Federalist Papers, and first secretary of treasury under George Washington, Alexander Hamilton.

I am Malala

the girl who stood up for education and was shot by the Taliban
Describes Malala Yousafzai's fight for education for girls under Taliban rule, the support she received from her parents to pursue an education, and how the Taliban retaliated against her by trying to kill her.

Steve Jobs

the man who thought different : a biography
Chronicles the life and accomplishments of Apple mogul Steve Jobs, discussing his ideas, and describing how he has influenced life in the twenty-first century.

The dressmaker of Khair Khana

five sisters, one remarkable family, and the woman who risked everything to keep them safe
Recounts the true story of Kamila Sidiqi, a woman who was forced to support herself and her five siblings after the Taliban seized control of the city of Kabul and her father and brothers fled the country.

Born standing up

a comic's life
Martin reflects on his over 30 years in the comedy business, from writing to performing and everywhere in between. He offers listeners a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to look into the mind of an artist at the top of his game.

The pact

three young men make a promise and fulfill a dream
Presents the true story of three African-American kids from the inner city of Newark, New Jersey, who made a pact to support each other as they rose from an environment of poverty, crime, and drugs, and went on to become successful doctors.

Who is Harry Styles?

Presents a brief biography designed for young readers describing the life and career of musician Harry Styles. Offers easy-to-read text and black-and-white illustrations that narrate his childhood, audition for the "X Factor," success with his band One Direction, and his solo career. Includes timelines.

The book of heroines

tales of history's gutsiest gals
Looks at notable women and their accomplishments throughout history.

Taylor Swift

her story
"Taylor Swift is one of today's biggest music superstars! She's got millions of fans around the world. But before she was famous, Taylor was just a young girl who loved to sing and dreamed of sharing her music with others. Discover how Taylor made it all the way to the top in this exciting biography!" --back cover.

American presidents

A wide-ranging look at the presidency of the United States and the men who have served in that capacity.

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