Darraj, Susan Muaddi

Discusses the history, major players, and ramifications of the Indian Independence Act.

Presents the story of Mairead Corrigan and Betty Williams, two women who began the Northern Ireland peace movement in the 1970s in hopes of ending the violence and political upheavals in their country.

Chronicles the life of Olympic gold medal-winning boxer Oscar De La Hoya, discussing his childhood in East Los Angeles, early years in the ring, career achievements, charitable foundation, and other related topics.

Presents an examination of the life of Silvio Berlusconi, the Italian Prime Minster who started from humble roots, became a self-made billionaire, and entered the political arena, and provides information on the historical context of his career.

Examines the life and leadership of Bashar al-Assad, chosen as successor to his father, the president of Syria, in 2000, discussing the challenges he faces as he tries to modernize his country.

A biography of Hosni Mubarak, who succeeded Anwar Sadat as president of Egypt in 1981, that describes his challenges and opposition through the rise of Islamic fundamentalism and the Persian Gulf wars.

Examines the life of Randy Johnson, one of history's most celebrated baseball players, providing information on his childhood and family, introduction to the game, playing career, and outside interests, and including photographs, statistics, and a time line.

Examines the life of Jackie Rombinson, one of history's most celebrated baseball players, providing information on his childhood and family, introduction to the game, playing career, and outside interests, discussing his role as the first African-American to play in the major leagues, and including photographs, statistics, and a time line.

Examines the life and career of fashion designer Anna Sui, discussing her childhood, education, inspirations, collections, and other related topics.