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Discusses the life and times of the famous English playwright, William Shakespeare.

Examines the life and accomplishments of Ben Franklin from his birth until his death in 1790, including helping to write the Constitution, his years as an inventor, and in France representing the United States.

A biography of Cuban dictator Fidel Castro from his childhood to his meeting with Pope John Paul II in 1998.

Introduces readers to Simon Cowell, the music executive who is the most popular judge on American Idol.

Biography of Nelson Mandela, president and ambassador to South Africa, who has spent his life fighting against Apartheid and campaigning for the freedom of Black South Africans.

Presents a short biography of American patriot, Paul Revere and describes how the colonial silversmith helped to further the cause of independence.

Biography of Neil Armstrong, Apollo II astronaut credited with being the first to set foot on the moon.

Biography of Cleopatra, the powerful queen of ancient Egypt, and her struggles with power and Egypt's independence from Rome.

Briefly profiles the life of Susan B. Anthony and discusses her fight for civil rights and women's suffrage.

Profiles the life of Sacagawea, including her early life, her travels with Lewis and Clark, and the mystery of her later life.

Abigail Adams was married to one of the first US presidents. Her son was also president of the United States.

Clara Barton made a difference in the lives of many wounded soldiers during the American Civil War.

The true story of Harriet Tubman s rise from slavery to freedom is one of the most inspirational in US history.

Looks at the life and times of Florence Nightingale, a pioneer of modern nursing.

A biography of Rosa Parks, known as "the mother of the civil rights movement.