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Chronicles the experiences Jerry Garcia had while he was in The Grateful Dead, and discusses the media hype he created and the large hippie-following the band had.

Biography based on interviews with those closest to him looking at his life, career, relationships, and influence on other musicians.

Presents personal impressions of many ordinary individual Russians, as formed by David K. Shipler, former Moscow bureau chief for The New York Times.

Explores the life of author Joseph Bruchac, discussing his childhood and early career, his many books for kids, and tips he has for young, aspiring writers.

A biography of Muhammad Ali which emphasizes the famous matches in which he boxed.

Explores the life of legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, discussing how he trained to become a champion, converted to Islam, changed his name, refused to go to war, and won back his title.

Examines the life and accomplishments of Muhammad Ali, a championship boxer who gained notice for changing his name as a member of the Nation of Islam and for refusing to be drafted into the military during the Vietnam War, and whose fame continues to grow even as he suffers from Parkinson's disease.

Discusses the making of the film "Ali," with photographs and text that highlight the parallels between the movie and the life of champion boxer Muhammad Ali in the years between 1964 and 1974, and features the complete screenplay of the 2001 movie "Ali," starring Will Smith.

Explores the life and achievements of Muhammad Ali; discussing his childhood in Kentucky; his amateur and professional boxing careers; his protest against the Vietnam War; and his fight with Parkinson's disease.

A biography of Guy Bluford, the first African-American in space and member of the crew of the space shuttle Challenger on its August 1983 flight.