Children’s / Teenage general interest: Biography and autobiography

All Cubans agree on one thing: Jos Mart is the "e;Father of Cuba.

Considered one of the eminent writers of twentieth-century African-American literature, Zora Neale Hurston (1891-1960) was closely associated with the Harlem Renaissance and has influenced writers such as Ralph Ellison, Toni Morrison, and Alice Walker.

George Washington comes alive in this fascinating activity book that introduces the leader to whom citizens turned again and again-to lead them through eight long years of war, to guide them as they wrote a new Constitution, and to act as the new nation's first executive leader.

New York Public Library Teen Book ListIn colonial America, hard work proved a constant for most women some ensured their family's survival through their skills, while others sold their labor or lived in bondage as indentured servants or slaves.

Providing a fresh perspective on one of the most beloved presidents of all time, this illuminating activity book tells the rich story of Abraham Lincoln's life and details the events of his era.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt's enduring legacy upon the history, culture, politics, and economics of the United States is introduced to children in this engaging activity book.

Samuel de Champlain has long been known as the founder of Quebec and as a tireless explorer.

Short-listed for the 2014 Forest of Reading - White Pine Award for Non-Fiction Canada was young during the First World War, and with as many as 20,000 underage soldiers leaving their homes to join the war effort, the country's army was, too.

Enjoy the first children's picture book about becoming a TV news anchor.

From acclaimed author and illustrator pairing comes a beautiful picture book biography about the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin and how she fought for respect throughout her life.

Women, in general, have been through a lot.

Do you know why Greece was once the cradle of civilization?

Learn from the story of Donald Trump, and how he transitioned from a billionaire businessman to president of the United States of America.

Read about the significant achievements of US Presidents Reagan, Jefferson, Roosevelt and Hoover.

This time, you'll be reading about the lives and times of China's early leaders namely Mao Zedong, Empress Wu, Kublai Khan and Emperor Puyi.

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Who were some of the most controversial US presidents?

You have to be thankful of super humans who led extraordinary lives to better societies around the world.

The French Revolution was a trying time for the French.

It is said that Hollywood is where dreams come true.

The most definite way for athletes to be hailed as sports legends is by setting world records.

America is what it is today because of the decisions made by its former leaders.

Ancient societies came together under certain rules.

Art is more than just its aesthetic appeal.

Throughout history, there were women who dared to challenge the patriarch view of societies.

This is one difficult ebook to read because it tells the stories of history's most evil leaders namely Fidel Castro, Vladimir Lenin, Joseph Stalin and Adolf Hitler.

Develop an appreciation for the inventions of Thomas Edison, Alexander Graham Bell, Johannes Gutenberg and the Wright Brothers.

Pablo Picasso is known today for his intriguing art work.

If you're playing basketball, that's science in action!

If it weren't for fearless world explorers, the world wouldn't be like it is today.

In this ebook, you're going to learn about the lives and works of some of the most brilliant women in history namely Hatshepsut, Amelia Earhart, Sally Ride, and Hillary Clinton.

The advancements recorded in Greek history can be attributed to key personalities and their legacies.

Women who made it to history books all had to go through some sort of struggle.

In this ebook, you're going to learn and take inspiration from the lives and works of Isaac Newton, Galileo Galilei, Albert Einstein and Stephen Hawking.

Charles Lindbergh was a fearless aviator, inventor, environmental activist and explorer.

Al Capone was a criminal but he was once loved by his community.

The Great Depression was truly depressing.

In this book, we're going to continue our discussion of the Great Depression but with focus on President Roosevelt's First and Second New Deals.

Are all rich people born rich?

Confucius was the most popular philosopher in Ancient China.

Did you think that males are the only ones good in sports?

Cesar Chavez was one tough fellow.

Maybe your dad have mentioned Tiger Woods, Michael Jordan and Muhammad Ali but didn't go into detail of who they are.

Who Was the Red Barron?

Who was Vladimir Lenin and what significant contribution did he give to earn a place in history books?

What would your fourth grader learn from reading biography?

Despite his debilitating illness, Stephen Hawking found way to share his knowledge of the universe.

Who was Honest Abe?

Albert Einstein lived a very interesting life.

Your family probably owns a Ford, but do you know the man who first created the Ford?