Explores the lives and work of six figures who have had an influence on technology, including Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Mark Zuckerberg, Larry Page, Sergey Brin, and Jeff Bezos.
Presents the biography of Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg, covering his upbringing, interest in computers, early success in programming, and his launching and maintaining of the popular social networking site.
incredible letters and inspiring advice from today's business leaders
Barry, Douglas
2004
Presents the responses a fourteen-year-old boy received when he wrote to numerous business leaders asking what it takes to become a CEO, including advice from Harvey Golub of American Express, Len Riggio of Barnes and Noble, and Betsy Holden of Kraft Foods North America.
Presents a brief biography of Madam C.J. Walker, in simple text with illustrations, describing the life and times of this African-American inventor who created hair-care products for women.
A biography of the successful chocolate maker who built a town around his factory with unique housing for his workers and a school for disadvantaged students.