Biography

Traces the life of Chinese philosopher Confucius from his impoverished childhood to his years as a famous teacher, and discusses why his message of five virtues was not universally accepted.

Examines the legends of King Arthur and Camelot, and identifies the social, political, and emotional elements that have made the story so appealing to Western culture.

Looks at the life of aviatrix Amelia Earhart, the first woman pilot to cross the Atlantic solo, who vanished without a trace while she was attempting to fly around the world.

Examines the life of Anastasia Romanov, the youngest daughter of the last czar of Russia, discussing the massacre of her family in 1918 and the claims of Anna Anderson, who, beginning in 1922, argued for sixty years that she was the supposedly dead princess.

Presents a brief biography of Hillary Rodham Clinton, and includes information on her early life in the suburbs of Chicago, her school and college life, how she met Bill Clinton, and her continuing political career.

Chronicles the life and accomplishments of American inventor and statesman Benjamin Franklin, using expert commentary, archival material, and Franklin's own writings.

Examines the life and political regime of Italy's Benito Mussolini, discussing his creation of the black shirt brigades, the effects of his alliance with Hitler on Italy, and his execution by Italian partisans.