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Ray Bradbury

legendary fantasy writer
2009
Presents the life and works of the renowned science fiction author and discusses his creative process and the inspiration for such works as "Fahrenheit 451.".

Che Guevara

the making of a revolutionary
2009
A biography of Argentine revolutionary Ernesto "Che" Guevara that discusses his childhood, education, travels, impact on the Cuban revolution, accomplishments and struggles, and other related topics; and includes photographs, a timeline, and an interview with Tom Hayden.

Katie Couric

groundbreaking TV journalist
2009
A biography of television journalist Katie Couric that discusses her childhood, education, accomplishments and struggles, and other related topics; and includes photographs, a timeline, and an interview with Maria Brennan.

Elie Wiesel

witness for humanity
2009
A biography of Holocaust survivor, writer, and humanitarian Elie Wiesel that discusses his childhood, life in the concentration camps, accomplishments, and other related topics; and includes photographs, a timeline, and an interview with Sara Bloomfield.

Steve Jobs

the brilliant mind behind Apple
2009
A biography of Apple's cofounder Steve Jobs, that describes his California childhood, education, struggles and accomplishments, and other related topics; and includes photographs, a time line, and an interview with Steve Wozniak.

Elizabeth Blackwell

America's first female doctor
2009
Chronicles the life and achievements of Elizabeth Blackwell, discussing her family, education, studies abroad, medical practice, pioneer work, and other related topics.

Maya Angelou

a creative and courageous voice
2009
A biography of American author Maya Angelou that discusses her childhood, experiences with racism and segregation, accomplishments, and other related topics; and includes photographs, a time line, and an interview with Wanda Phipps.
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