Lifetimes

Recounts the life story of Alexander Fleming, his study of medicine, his research of bacteriology, and his discovery of penicillin.

Chronicles the life of social activist Che Guevara, focusing on his involvement in the Cuban Revolution and his efforts to bring social change to South America.

Traces the life and accomplishments of the woman who struggled to overcome her deaf and blind handicaps, with the aid of her famous teacher, Annie Sullivan.

A biography of the nun who founded the Missionary Sisters and Brothers of Charity and gained wide recognition for her work with the destitute and dying in Calcutta and other places. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979.

Discusses Thomas Edison's scientific career and his successful inventions, including the light bulb, mimeograph machine, and ticker tape machine.

Examines the marriage ceremonies of people of various religions around the world.

Discusses the life and achievements of Fr?d?ric Chopin in the context of his historical period.

Examines Mozart's life and musical achievements in the context of his historical period.

Traces the life of the pilot who became the first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean and mysteriously disappeared in 1937 while attempting to fly around the world.

Traces the life of a young Jewish girl who became famous after her death in the Holocaust, when her diary was published.