Gleiter, Jan

Recounts the story of the man who lived with the Cherokee Indians, served as an American soldier, and became involved in Texas politics.

A brief biography with emphasis on the early life of the early twentieth-century author who incorporated many of his own experiences as sailor, goldminer, and adventurer into his books.

Presents the life of the fifteenth-century explorer and how he came to discover the New World.

A biography of one of the first leaders of the women's rights movement, whose work led to the adoption of the nineteenth amendment--women's right to vote.

The life of the woman who became a Revolutionary heroine when she carried water to the soldiers at the Battle of Monmouth in 1778.

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.

Traces the life of the Shoshoni Indian girl who was stolen from her tribe at the age of twelve, sold to a French trapper, and served as a guide in the Lewis and Clark expedition.

Biography of legendary American hero and entertainer Annie Oakley who was famous for her skill with a rifle.

The life of the railroad engineer, famous for always bringing his train in on time, and whose last ride on the Cannonball Express inspired the well-known ballad.

A biography of the legendary American trapper, scout, and Indian agent.