Cotter, Charis

An illustrated discussion of the manifestation of different kinds of ghosts in various areas of the world, including China, Africa, Jamaica, Paraguay, and Saudi Arabia.

Examines the lives and accomplishments of nine child prodigies from throughout history, including poet Phillis Wheatley, actor Buster Keaton, and musician Stevie Wonder, and discusses some of the challenges they encountered in pursuit of their talents.

Profiles five child monarchs, including Egyptian king Tutankhamun, Queen Christina of Sweden, the Last Emperor of China, Mary Queen of Scots, and the Dalai Lama of Tibet, describing their unique childhoods and their influence on their countries' history.