Jesse owens biography book
Author Jacqueline Edmondson explores Owens' struggles and hard-earned accomplishments, as well as how he paved the way for future generations of athletes, including color-line shatterer Jackie Robinson.
Paul farmer biography book
He later earned widespread praise for Mountains Beyond Mountains (), a biography of physician and humanitarian Paul Farmer, which further solidified his reputation for blending compelling storytelling with social relevance.
Newton biography book
Uncover the genius of Isaac Newton with the best books and biographies that delve into his groundbreaking discoveries and extraordinary life.
Condoleezza rice biography book
With sharp intelligence and fierce loyalty to President George W. Bush, Rice exerted a key influence on many of the international policies that affected our times. A timeline describes significant events in Rice's life, and a bibliography lists print and electronic sources for additional research.
Biography of oprah winfrey book
While there is a near continual barrage of information in the media about this larger-than-life woman, this biography takes readers past all the hype and hyperbole and presents a candid, balanced.
Patty duke biography book
Duke's own series, The Patty Duke Show, was created by Sidney Sheldon especially for her, in the wake of the Walt Disney hit movie The Parent Trap with Hayley Mills as identical twins.
Viktor frankl biography book
"The only authorized biography of Viktor Frankl, whose life story and reflections have inspired tens of millions. Haddon Klingberg records and preserves the Frankl legacy, with his own eloquent and moving reflections.".
Malala yousafzai biography book
Dive into the inspiring life of Malala Yousafzai, the youngest-ever Nobel Prize laureate and advocate for girls’ education. This biography traces her journey from surviving a Taliban attack to becoming a global symbol of courage and activism.
Horse biography books
Her new book, Riding Out: Strategies for Training Outside the Arena to Improve Horse Health and Performance, launches at the end of April. It will no doubt become a resource for those who enjoy trail riding — for its own merits or as another Eventing training method. 7. History and Biography Of course, equestrianism has been a skill for.
Nora ephron biography book
This is a brilliant book."—Caroline Aaron, actress Nora Ephron was one of the most popular, accomplished, and beloved writers in American journalism and film. Nora Ephron: A Biography is the first comprehensive portrait of the Manhattan-born girl who forged a path of her own, earning accolades and adoration from critics and fans alike.
Biography of queen victoria book
A timeline of Queen Victoria's life: The Queen who restored the reputation of the British monarchy tarnished by the extravagance of her royal uncles.
Sting biography book
This intimate biography gets straight to the heart of the man behind the public image, revealing aspects of Sting's life that are seldom glimpsed in the media - his difficult childhood, his time with The Police, his relationship with Trudie Styler and his acting pursuits.
Nursing biography books
"The ability to compartmentalize and move forward in the face of trauma is the silent power that sustains a nurse.".
Joseph stalin biography book
This essential biography, by the author most deeply familiar with the vast archives of the Soviet era, offers an unprecedented, fine-grained portrait of Stalin the man and dictator.
Keanu reeves biography book
Equal parts biography and character study, Keanu Reeves' Excellent Adventure: An Unauthorized Biography is an ink blot/rat in a maze journey as the actor deals with his life and times in.
Tim curry biography book
A memoir of Tim Curry's life's work - including the iconic Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show - and a testament to his profound impact on the entertainment industry as we know it today.
Sir francis drake biography book
Drawing on contemporary accounts and primary sources, this book provides a comprehensive overview of Drake's life and achievements, from his early voyages to his role in England's defeat of the.
Gorbachev biography book
Comprehensive, judicious, utterly absorbing, William Taubman’s Gorbachev: His Life and Times gives us rare insight into the man who changed his country and world politics. A model of careful research and compelling narrative skill, this biography is destined to become a modern classic.