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Profiles the life of Benjamin Franklin and his leadership as a politician and scientist.

Profiles the life of the sixteenth-century astronomer who revolutionized science with his theory the Earth revolves around the Sun.

A profile of the man who is best known for his bold signature on the Declaration of Independence.

Profiles the life of Samuel Adams and explores his role in the tax rebellion and the Boston Tea Party.

A biography of German dictator Adolf Hitler describing his childhood, involvement in the First World War, rise to power during the 1930s as the head of the Nazi Party, and his plan for a master race and world domination.

Describes the life and accomplishments of the first woman ever to head an elected government in an Islamic nation.

Crazy Horse was known among the Sioux for his generosity, courage, and fierce determination to preserve his people's lands and way of life. As the concept of manifest Destiny drove pioneers and homesteaderst to flock west, Crazy Horse witnessed countless failed treaties and took part in several bloddy skrimishes between Indians and whites. Although he met a tragic end at Fort Robinson, Nebraska, he left and inspriring legacy.

Presents a biography of Sarah Winnemucca, Northern Paiute Indian, writer and spokesperson for her tribe, providing information on her childhood, her work as a champion for Native peoples, and her achievements that benefited her people.

A short biography of former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill which focuses on his childhood and early military and political life, his leadership during World War II, and his fame as a notes speaker, author, and painter.

This book recounts the life of Indira Gandhi, who served as India's prime minister from 1966-1977 and from 1980-1984

Examines the life of Jesse James, who went from guerrilla fighter for the Confederates during the Civil War to one of the most famous bank and train robbers in United States history.

A biography of Nikola Tesla, physicist, inventor, and electrical engineer.