A biography of the "down to earth" First Lady, describing her childhood, marriage, family life, campaign work, and volunteer work as a literacy advocate and as chairperson of the Leukemia Society of America.
A biography of African American lawyer Benjamin Hooks, who continues to speak and teach about racial justice and equality since his 1992 retirement from the position of executive director of the NAACP.
A tribute to author Iris Murdoch, now stricken with Alzheimer's disease, written by her husband of over forty years, in which he discusses their passionate love relationship and traces the progression of her affliction.
Explores the life and work of twentieth-century artist, illustrator, writer, and theater designer Edward Gorey through an interview, and analysis of the evolution and sources of his peculiar style of Edwardian art. Includes over 200 illustrations by Gorey.
A biography of the ballplayer known as widely for his unusual way with words as for his skill as a catcher, batter, and manager, set against the background of the times in which he lived and played.
Describes the United States Navy's experimental project, Sealab, in which divers lived and worked in an underwater habitat. Focuses on the experiences of astronaut Scott Carpenter who served on the crew of Sealab II.
A biography of actress Angela Lansbury, tracing her career on stage, and in films and television, and discussing her attempts to balance her acting roles with her desire to tend her home and family.
