1962-

An autobiography of Da Chen, who describes how he and his family survived the Cultural Revolution in China.

Da Chen describes his experiences growing up during the cultural revolution in China during the 1960s, and details his life after he made the decision to drop out of school and join a street gang.

Examines the personal and professional life of comedian and talk show host Jon Stewart, whose work as a political commentator on "The Daily Show" has made him one of the most trusted voices in the news.

Recounts the author's transformation from an idealistic, freedom-loving youth to a jaded and financially struggling father of four and how a catastrophic flood helped him to reconnect with the faith and courage of his childhood.

The author describes the sometimes incredible details of her second pregnancy, telling how she and her husband, both driven Harvard academics, came to the decision to have their son after the fetus was diagnosed with Down syndrome, and sharing the extraordinary events that helped them know they had made the right decision.

The author describes his work with Caballo Blanco, an outsider who befriended the Tarahumara Indians, in which the two men organized a running event between the tribesmen, who are considered to have superhuman running abilities, and Americans, including a ultramarathoner, a surfer, and others; and includes facts about techniques and the history of running.

Craig Ferguson traces his journey from working class Glasgow to the comedic limelight of Hollywood, revealing the funny and heartwarming story of attaining his most cherished dream--becoming an American citizen.

Presents an account of the October 2000 murder of Chris Northon, and his wife Liysa's subsequent conviction for the crime which she claims she committed in self-defense.

A biography of the star athlete who plays both professional baseball and football.

Covers the life and achievements of the record-breaking runner, Jackie Joyner-Kersee.