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Yo-Yo Ma

a biography
2008
A biography of famed cellist Yo-Yo Ma that chronicles his personal and profession life and career.

Peyton Manning

a biography
2009
Chronicles the life and accomplishments of the Indianapolis Colts quarterback, Peyton Manning, and discusses his childhood, early football history, victories, and other related topics.

LeBron James

a biography
2008
An exploration of the life and achievements of LeBron James that discusses his childhood, experiences while he was being recruited by the NBA during his senior year of high school, early challenges in professional basketball, and success as a professional player.

Alex Rodriguez

a biography
2007
Profiles the life and achievements of baseball player Alex Rodriguez, discussing his childhood, family, personality, amateur career, success in Major League Baseball, and legacy.

Billy Graham

a biography
2004
Presents a biography of Billy Graham, discussing his early life on a North Carolina farm, his education and marriage, and his long career as one of the world's most respected evangelists.

Oprah Winfrey

a biography
2004
Presents a biography of television celebrity Oprah Winfrey, discussing her early life, her success as host of the "Oprah Winfrey Show, " and her personal and public struggles.

Jane Goodall

a biography
2005
Presents a biography of noted primatologist Jane Goodall, and chronicles her life and research on the behavior of chimpanzees, her efforts to promote wildlife conservation, and more.

Jesse Jackson

a biography
2005
Presents a biography of Jesse Jackson, discussing his life as a reverend, orator, and public servant, including his involvement in the civil rights movement, his presidential campaigns, and his role as freelance diplomat and world humanitarian.

Fidel Castro

a biography
2004
Examines the life and career of Cuban ruler Fidel Castro, discussing his childhood, education, family, and rise to political power, and including information about the history of Cuba under his leadership.

Colin Powell

a biography
2003
Presents a biography of Colin Powell, following his life from his childhood in New York as the son of Jamaican-immigrant parents, to the highest ranking member of the U.S. Army, to Secretary of State under President George W. Bush. Includes a time line and bibliography.

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