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Gangsters and goodfellas

the mob, witness protection, and life on the run
2004

On the run

a Mafia childhood
2004
Presents the story of mobster Henry Hill who, in the 1970s was connected to the Mafia and then turned state's evidence against his former associates through the experiences of his children who continue to live under the witness protection program.

Keith

1995
A biography of Keith Richards, guitarist for the Rolling Stones, focusing on his love of the Blues, and his relationship with Mick Jagger.

The Coalwood way

2001
Homer Hickam chronicles the events that took place during his senior year in his hometown of Coalwood, West Virginia.

Gale Sayers, star running back

1973
A biography of the star running back, a former Chicago Bear, part-time stockbroker, journalist, and coach at the University of Kansas.

Westward with Columbus

set sail on the voyage that changed the world.
1991

October sky

1998
True story of Homer Hickam, a coal miner's son who was inspired by the first Sputnik launch to take up rocketry against his father's wishes.

Mercer Mayer

2005
Presents a short biography on children's author, Mercer Mayer, who is famous for his "Little Critter and Little Monster" series and profiles his life and career from his childhood in Hawaii to his entrance into the literary arena.

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