Biography from ancient civilizations

Presents a biography of Alexander the Great, portraying the ancient Greek ruler as a liberator and promoter of democracy.

Presents a brief biography of Richard I, who ruled Englandfrom 1189 to 1199, and provides information on his family, the time he spent fighting in the Third Crusade, and how he came to be known as "Richard the Lionheart." Includes timeline.

A brief biography of William the Conqueror who, in 1066 led his Norman army to victory over the Anglo-Saxon forces at the Battle of Hastings.

Presents a short biography of thirteenth-century Mongolian leader Genghis Khan, and describes the legends and stories about his empire which engulfed that of Alexander the Great.

Profiles the life of Attila the Hun, discussing his rule, conquests, legacy, and more.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the twelfth-century ruler, who became the queen of France and then England.

Presents a brief, illustrated, biography of Joan of Arc, the fifteenth century hero of France who at age thirteen began hearing voices that encouraged her to save France from English invaders.

An introduction to the life of Greek philosopher Pythagoras which discusses his birth, studies and travels, philosophies, and the world in which he lived; and includes information on the Island of Samos, Croton, Greek science, women mathematicians, and Athens.