Chronicles the life of founding father John Hancock, focusing on his role in the American Revolution, and provides a glossary, chronology, Revolutionary War time line, and further reading list.
Examines the conquest of Mexico by Cort?s, discussing such issues as what drove Cort?s to the heights of courage and depths of brutality for which he is remembered, and how he managed to gain the remarkable victory that changed the course of history.
Presents a brief biography of President George W. Bush, covering his early life, tracing his political career, and including information from his first run for Congress to his presidential campaign in 2000.
Examines the life of Arnold Schwarzenegger, discussing his childhood in Austria, his careers as a bodybuilder, and action star in Hollywood, and his move into politics which led to his being elected governor of California in 2003.
Offers a brief overview of the life of Arnold Schwarzenegger, discussing his family life, acting career, contributions to society, and political aspirations.
Presents a biography Sam Houston, the first president of the Texas republic, and chronicles his childhood in Virginia, life among the Native Americans in Tennessee, service during the War of 1812, and involvement in the Texas war for Independence.
Presents a biography of patriot John Hancock, discussing his father's death when he was a child, his life with his wealthy aunt and uncle, his education, and his role in the American Revolution.
