biography

A biography of the first woman doctor in the United States, who worked in both America and England to open the field of medicine to women.

A simple account of the life of Black Elk, the visionary and Oglala medicine man who had a vision of universal peace and felt that he saw his people's dream die at Wounded Knee.

Examines the personal life and basketball career of the noted Boston Celtics player.

Traces the life and musical career of the celebrated nineteenth-century German composer.

A biography of Beethoven who lived a stormy life and wrote great music.

A simple biography of the nineteenth-century Danish author known for his fairy tales.

A biography of an early American writer, whose own life was reflected in her famous novels, such as "Little Women" and "Little Men.".

Recounts the story of the woman with a social conscience who worked with the poor, founded Hull House in Chicago, and became one of the most famous crusaders in America.

Describes the young life of Abigail Smith, who married John Adams and ultimately became a First Lady.

Presents a biography of the first black baseball player to play in the major leagues when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947. Also traces the history of all-black baseball teams.