biography

Presents the memoirs of Valerie Zenatti, who at eighteen, enlisted in the Israeli army, endured harsh conditions and surroundings, and participated in top secret missions for the Israeli Secret Service, and describes her French-Jewish heritage and personal struggles.

Draws from letters, diaries, autobiographical accounts, and interviews to provide information about 500 years of U.S. history from the perspective of ordinary Americans.

Offers a brief introduction to the life of J.R.R. Tolkien, creator of the "Lord of the Rings", discussing his childhood, private life, religious beliefs, and writing career.

A personal account of the author's experiences living in New York City orphanages and foster homes from 1949 until his reunion with his friend and guardian three years later.

Roma Ligocka chronicles her experiences during the Holocaust, reflecting on how her own life seemed to mirror that of a little girl in a red coat that was depicted in the film "Schindler's List".

Examines the life of Samuel Adams, a hero of the American Revolution who is credited by some with having fired the first shot at Lexington Green, the "shot heard 'round the world.".

The author presents a loving, cartoon biography of his parents Ethel and Ernest, from their first meeting in the 1920s when she was a maid and he a milkman, through their deaths in the 1970s; showing how they dealt with the events of their changing world.

Chronicles the life of John F. Kennedy, discussing his family life, the scandals that threatened his career, his years as President, and his assassination.

Contains profiles of individuals and groups, all elected officials at the national, state, or local level, who have been presented with the Profile in Courage Award by the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation since 1990 for standing fast for the ideals of America in the face of personal risk.

A biography of Jack Mandelbaum, who survived Nazi concentration camps when he was a teenager.