Essential lives

A biography of Est?e Lauder, a cosmetics pioneer and businesswoman.

Presents a biography of young Malala Yousafzai, a teenage Pakistani girl who has become an activist for women's education in her country.

A biography of Jonas Salk, the innovator and developer of the polio vaccine.

A brief biography of the fortieth president of the United States, Ronald Reagan, that describes his childhood in Illinois, his acting career, the time he spent as governor of California, and other related topics.

Chronicles the life of Louis Pasteur, describing his childhood, personal relationships, and his accomplishments in the fields of biology and chemistry, the foundation of the Pasteur Institute, and related topics. Includes a time line, list of additional facts, and other resources.

A biography of Scottish-born industrialist, business person, and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, covering his upbringing, escape from poverty, education, and success in the steel industry and many other fields, and includes a timeline and glossary.

Chronicles the life of Dorothy Dandridge, describing the actress's childhood, early stage experiences, and professional accomplishments, and discussing the significance of her Oscar nomination in 1955. Includes a time line, glossary, and other resources.

Examines the life and accomplishments of author Amy Tan, discussing her Chinese heritage, her youth in California, her early literary talent, and her success as a novelist.

Chronicles the life of Frederick Douglass, describing his life as a slave, his escape to freedom, and his work as an abolitionist fighting to free other slaves.

A biography of Walmart founder Sam Walton, discussing his childhood, early careers, his marriage, and Walmart.