Krull, Kathleen

Mary Todd Lincoln's unique and determined personality made her one of the most memorable First Ladies.

Mary Todd Lincoln's unique and determined personality made her one of the most memorable First Ladies. She was smart, witty, and highly educated. Although she was born and raised in the South, she opposed slavery and supported her husband's quest to save the Union. No matter what criticism or personal hardships she faced, including witnessing her husband's assassination, she remained steadfastly loyal to her country.

A look at the life and career of Sonia Sotomayor, from her childhood in the New York City projects to her selection as the first Latino and the third woman ever to sit on the U.S. Supreme Court.

"Sacajawea was only sixteen when she made one of the most remarkable journeys in American history. She traveled over four thousand miles by foot, canoe, and horse-all while carrying a baby on her back! Without her, the Lewis and Clark expedition might have failed"--Amazon.com.

Looks at the life and career of author Judy Blume, with emphasis on the controversy and censorship surrounding some of her works.

Examines the ten amendments to the United States Constitution that make up the Bill of Rights, explaining what the amendments mean, how they have been applied, and the rights they guarantee.

An illustrated biography of Dolley Madison, wife of James Madison the fourth president of the United States. Dolley is known for her influence socially and politically and for saving the portrait of George Washington before the British burned the White House in the War of 1812.

"Dolley Madison had a strong will and unique personality that made her one of the most memorable First Ladies. From hosting parties for Washington D.C.'s social and political elite to saving a portrait of George Washington before the British burned down the White House in the War of 1812, Dolley did it all!"--.

The lives of twenty writers are profiled in this eclectic, humorous, and informative collection.