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A simple biography of the noted African-American track star who competed in the 1936 Berlin Olympics.

Tells the story of how women throughout the ages have responded to situations confronting them in daily life by inventing such items as correction fluid, space helmets, and disposable diapers.

Presents the life story of John Lennon interspersed with lyrics from his songs, describing his years with the Beatles, his relationship with Yoko Ono, his struggle to deal with the pain of his abandonment by his mother, and his dream of a world without war.

A nonfiction graphic novel depicting The Beatles' dramatic rise to fame and their impact on rock and roll music.

Explores the lives of Helen Keller and her teacher, Annie Sullivan, and how Annie helped Helen learn to speak and write.

"A biography of William "Dummy" Hoy, who pursued his love of baseball and became the first deaf player to have a long career in the Major Leagues, where he accumulated records and top-ranking statistics.

Briefly recounts the life of a composer who wrote beautiful sonatas and symphonies despite tragic personal problems.

Chronicles the life of twentieth-century American composer George Gershwin, who wrote popular songs, musicals, and piano and orchestral works, including "Rhapsody in Blue" and "Porgy and Bess.

Examines the life and career of twentieth-century American composer Aaron Copland.

Examines the life and work of the American painter known for splattering, throwing, or dripping paint onto canvases.

A portrait of one of the world's greatest boxers chronicles his childhood, his rise as a champion, his politics, and his battle against Parkinsons' disease.

Contains profiles of fifty American men and women from the past and present who have made exceptional, positive contributions to the world, including artists, activists, aviators, scientists, teachers, musicians, inventors, athletes, journalists, jurists, and others.

Provides profiles of each United States president from George Washington to George W.

In this Level 3 DK Reader, the captivating story of Helen Keller unfolds.

A brief biography of Thomas Jefferson, in graphic novel format, that discusses his childhood, family, education, marriage, role in the American Revolution, and work as the president of the United States.