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Elon Musk

space entrepreneur
2017
A biography of businessman and engineer Elon Musk.

Magic Johnson

basketball legend, entrepreneur, and HIV/AIDS activist
2017
Profiles basketball star Earvin 'Magic' Johnson and discusses his HIV diagnosis and groundbreaking work as an advocate for the prevention of HIV/AIDs.

President Donald Trump

2017
Simple text and illustrations provide a biography of President Donald Trump.

Elon Musk and the quest for a fantastic future

young readers' edition
2017
A modern comination of inventors and industrialists like Thomas Edison, Henry Ford and Ateve Jobs, Elon Musk's drive and vision have led him to revolutionize the space, automotive and energy industries all at once.

Bill and Melinda Gates

Examines the life of the founder of Microsoft, discusses the history of the company, and describes the charitable works done with his wife through their foundation.

Losing my virginity

how I survived, had fun, and made a fortune doing business my way
Unconventional businessman Richard Branson describes his experiences founding and developing Virgin Group.

Life is good

the book : how to live with purpose & enjoy the ride
2015
"From Life is Good founders and brothers Bert and John Jacobs... outlines the ten key "superpowers" readers need to live their best lives... reveals how to tap into the hidden power of optimism... from humor and compassion to gratitude and authenticity... offers lighthearted, practical self-help that will inspire and empower readers to embrace their lives with delight and daring"--Provided by publisher.

Steve Jobs

visionary of the digital revolution
2016
A biography of Steve Jobs, founder of Apple, that discusses his early curiosity about electronics, rise to fame in the world of computers, and the success of Apple's iPod and iPad, and includes information on some of his less successful projects.

Idea man

a memoir by the cofounder of Microsoft
2012
It all started on a snowy day in December 1974. After buying the new issue of Popular Electronics in Harvard Square, Paul Allen rushed to show it to his best friend from Seattle, Bill Gates. The magazine's cover story featured the Altair 8800, the first true personal computer. Allen knew that he and Gates had the skills to code a programming language for a personal computer. Much has been written about Microsoft's early years but no one can tell the real story except Allen and Gates.

Henry Ford

Traces the contributions made by Henry Ford to the car industry. Includes questions to test knowledge, a glossary, and photographs.

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