Long before her tragic death, Diana, Princess of Wales was a beloved modern icon, relatable to the general public in a way that transcended the barrier between royal and commoner. As a member of the royal family in an age of mass media, her fairy-tale wedding to, and painful divorce from, Prince Charles was played out on the world stage.
Presents a biography of "Daily Show" host Jon Stewart, discussing his childhood, how he decided to become a comedian, and his road to success at Comedy Central.
Chronicles the life of George Washington Carver, discussing the political and social atmosphere in Missouri during Carver's life, his years in slavery, his schooling, his career at Tuskegee, and his major achievements.
A biography of singer/songwriter John Lennon, discussing his early years in Liverpool, his accomplishments as a member of the rock group the Beatles, his solo work and activism, and his murder in 1980.
Presents the biography of nineteenth-century feminist and women's rights activist Jane Addams and chronicles her privileged childhood and education in rural Illinois and her work to improve the lives of urban immigrants.
A biography of actor Clint Eastwood covering his early years, professional career, and personal life, and describing both his many noted accomplishments and his failures. Includes a glossary and a bibliography.
A comprehensive biography of famous Shawnee leader, Tecumseh, who spent much of his life trying to rally together Native American tribes in defense of their own homeland, which ultimately led to his death during the War of 1812.
A brief biography of Chiricahua Apache leader and medicine man, Geronimo, that provides details of his life and his battles against Mexico and the United States over expansion into Apache tribal lands.
