Chronicles the life of nineteenth-century American author Edgar Allan Poe, describing his difficult childhood, his marriage, his rise to fame, and his alcoholism.
Chronicles the life and career of twentieth-century American author Sandra Cisneros and describes her early childhood in Chicago, growing up between two cultures, languages, and customs, and her work as an activist for Mexican-American causes.
A biography of American author Nathaniel Hawthorne, recounting the many obstacles he faced in his struggle to become a successful writer and telling of his New England childhood, marriage to Sophia, and eventual death in 1864.
A biography of British novelist and short story author, Roald Dahl that describes his childhood, military service during World War II, marriage to actress Patricia Neal, and several children's books to his credit.
Chronicles the life and career of William Sydney Porter, the author known as O. Henry, discussing his childhood in North Carolina, marriage, work at a Texas ranch, early writing career, literary accomplishments, and other related topics.
A biography of the life and works of author and poet Jonathan Swift describing how his many writings became a parody of the political and social issues of his day.
Presents a look at the life and times of writer Jane Austen, providing information on her childhood, family life, and her accomplishments in literature. Includes illustrations.
