1959-

Andre Dubus III recounts life after his father, the prominent author, left his mother for a younger woman, describes how he used physical violence to defend his family from acts of physical violence in the Massachusetts mill town where they lived, and discusses how his interest in writing helped him reconnect with his father.

Chronicles the life of Paul Farmer, focusing on his efforts to diagnose and cure infectious diseases and to bring modern medicine to the countries and people who need them most.

A biography of Earvin "Magic" Johnson, discussing his basketball career, his diagnosis with HIV, and his post-basketball success as a businessman and advocate for impoverished communities and young people.

Rachel Simon chronicles the experiences she had and shares the lessons she learned during the year she spent riding the bus which her mentally handicapped sister rides on each day.

A sports biography of the Chicago Bear quarterback who has established a reputation for being zany.

Biography of basketball player Magic Johnson chronicling his career, most recent battle with HIV, and being an AIDS spokesperson.

A brief biography of an outstanding basketball player who was instrumental in the Los Angeles Lakers' successful bid for the 1979-80 NBA title.

Profiles the life and career of Earvin "Magic" Johnson, the talented guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, three-time most valuable player in the National Basketball Association, and discusses his efforts to deal with the AIDS virus.

Discusses the work of Bob Mason and his efforts to study and protect snakes, particularly red-sided garter snakes.