entertainers

Discusses the history of music, song, and dance that are an integral part of African American culture and describes their impact on the arts and entertainment world in the United States. Traces the history from early minstrel shows up through the present day and provides biographical information about many of the stars. Presents an activity and includes a timeline, a short quiz, photographs and illustrations, a glossary, and an index and explains how to use this media enhanced book.

A biography of the cowboy who became one of America's noted humorists.

A biography of Maya Angelou, tracing the path she followed to successes as a poet and author.

Profiles the life and work of Lucille Ball, discussing her youth, movies, television, romances, marriage, divorce, achievements as a businesswoman, and legacy.

Describes the childhood, early film career, television success, and later years of the entertainer who became a favorite sitcom character in the show "I Love Lucy.".

Presents an introduction to the life and career of the famous female sharpshooter Annie Oakley.

The life of the frontier woman who was famous for her skills as a sharpshooter which she demonstrated in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show and other shows.

"Read about Will Smith--how he became a rapper, his first acting job, and his movie career"--Provided by publisher.

Talk show host Dick Cavett recounts moments from his life and career, including testifying on behalf of John Lennon and confronting Richard Nixon, and discusses his upbringing in Nebraska and his opinions on American culture and politics.

Examines the life and legacy of American sharpshooter and "Buffalo Bill's Wild West" show star Annie Oakley.