Chronicles the successes and challenges the Beatles faced on their rise to stardom. Discusses the lives of each band member, and the band's legacy. Features color photographs, a glossary, and articles from "USA Today.".
Chronicles the life and accomplishments of Stephenie Meyer, describing her childhood and the events that led her to write the novel "Twilight," and the subsequent series, and discussing her success and plans for the future.
Profiles the life and career of Queen Latifah, who changed the rap landscape by crafting a style of rap full of positive messages, and went on to make eight albums, thirty movies, and more.
Presents the biography of New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter and includes statistics and record-setting achievements during his career in the American League. Includes color photos, a glossary, sources for additional information, and an index.
Highlights the life of Russell Simmons, co-founder of Def Jam Records, who grew up in Queens, New York, was active in the hip-hop music business, and an activist for social causes.
Presents a biography of actor and entertainer Will Smith, covering his upbringing, early roles, problems with debt, and success in films such as "Men in Black" and "I, Robot.".
Provides a biography of hip-hop artist Tupac Shakur using quotes and articles from the newspaper, "USA Today." Discusses his controversial life, musical career, and untimely death.
Chronicles the career of Tim Berners-Lee, the man who invented the Internet, describing how he came up with the idea, why he thought it was so important, and how he made his dream a reality.
