biography

A brief biography, in graphic novel format, of the fortieth president of the United States, Ronald Reagan, discussing his childhood, education, career as an actor, presidential campaign, and influence on the country and history.

Relates the life story of the "born storyteller" who came to America from Russia at the age of three and grew up to become one of the world's most prolific writers of science fiction and non-fiction.

A Welsh poet recalls the celebration of Christmas in Wales and the feelings it evoked in him as a child.

Presents a picture book biography of American poet William Carlos Williams, who studied to become a doctor, but still found time to write poetry.

Chronicles the life of former president Jimmy Carter, including his youth in Georgia, his time in the Navy, his term in the White House, and his diplomatic and charity work in his later years.

A biography of the Italian painter Raphael. Includes pictures of some of his works.

Follows the life and work of the renowned fantasy writer, creator of hobbits, Middle Earth, and "The Lord of the Rings.".

A biography of the great American author and humorist illustrated with photographs from the period.

Examines the life of the reclusive nineteenth-century Massachusetts poet whose posthumously published poetry brought her the public attention she had carefully avoided during her lifetime.