biography

A brief biography of Hillary Clinton, discussing her childhood, schooling, and life as the First Lady, a senator, the secretary of state, and a presidential candidate.

"This . . . biography covers McCain's life, from growing up as the son of a four-star admiral to his own time at the Naval Academy, his service as a pilot, and his experience as a prisoner of war. It explores McCain's 30 years as a senator, as well as his two bids for the presidency"--OCLC.

Presents a brief biography of Thurgood Marshall, the first African American justice on the U.S. Supreme Court, remembered for protecting human rights.

A biography of U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth.

A biography of U.S. congresswoman Patsy Mink.

Presents the life of Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu, known as Mother Teresa, who spent most of her life serving "the poorest of the poor" in Calcutta, India.

A biography of General Robert E. Lee, who led the Confederate Army during the American Civil War.

Depicts the youthful Nelson Mandela and reveals his revolutionary commitment to destroy the corrupt and evil state of apartheid. Describes the years as a fugitive, his undercover life, and the secret operations that led up to his imprisonment. Includes a timeline, chapter notes, and an index.

"A YA memoir of sexual abuse in the Air Force academy, and the author's survival and healing"--Provided by publisher.