biography

Describes how Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay became the first human beings to reach the top of the world by climbing Mount Everest.

"This beloved, award-winning author, who has made us chuckle while capturing the essence of childhood and family life, discusses his art and inspiration." Container.

Read about how Lady Gaga shines in the business world, with her own social media site, a line of perfume, and a clothing line.

Acclaimed biographer James McGrath Morris brings into focus the riveting life of pioneering journalist Ethel Payne, known as The First Lady of the Black Press. For decades, Ethel Lois Payne has been hidden in the shadows of history. Now, Morris skillfully illuminates the life of this ambitious, influential, and groundbreaking woman, from her childhood growing up in South Chicago to her career as a journalist and network news commentator, reporting on some of the most crucial events in modern American history.

A leader and warrior of the Sauk American Indian tribe in the United States. His leadership status came from leading war parties as a young man. During the War of 1812, Black Hawk fought on the side of the British. In the 1832 Black Hawk War, he led a band of Sauk and Fox warriors against European-American settlers in Illinois and present-day Wisconsin. After the war he was captured and taken to the eastern United States where he and other Indian leaders toured several cities.

Takes readers through Daniel Radcliffe's journey as the lead character in the Harry Potter film series and discusses his life and career highlights from birth to the present day.