biography

Presents the stories of immigrants who came to the United States from Europe in the early years of the 20th century.

A woman describes her experiences raising an orphaned lion cub intending that it eventually return to the jungle.

Traces the life of the athelete who broke the color barrier in major league baseball when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947.

Describes the life and career achievements of the African-American singer.

Examines the life of the poet and novelist who battled racism and accepted the challenge of depicting the African-American experience in America.

A biography of the American author noted for his books on racial conflict in the United States.

An introduction to the life and accomplishments of Thomas Edison, America's most famous inventor.