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Tells the life story of John McCain, describing his childhood in a military family, his experiences in Vietnam, and his political career.

The author recounts her life in a changing China from her girlhood and forced marriage at the age of thirteen through her training as a concert pianist and her decision to leave China and go to Paris.

A biography of the first African-American women to be elected to the Texas State Senate and the first African-American women from the South to be elected to the U.S. Congress.

Presents the biography of Raymond Damadian and the story of how he developed MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) technology and fought to protect his patent from infringement.

Tells the life story of Senator John McCain up to 2001, describing his years as a prisoner of war in Vietnam, his work in the U.S. Senate, and his run for the presidency.

Examines the life and military career of John McCain, discussing his military family, his education, his years as a prisoner of war in Vietnam, and his work as a politician.

Presents a biography of U.S. Senator John McCain, written with simple text and photographs, and details his childhood, family, military service, and highlights from his political career through his Republican presidential nomination for the 2008 election. Includes a list of important dates.

A biography of Barbara Jordan, tracing the path she followed to become the first African-American woman ever to be elected to Congress by a southern state, and looking at her accomplishments in both her personal and professional life.

Presents an examination of the life of Silvio Berlusconi, the Italian Prime Minster who started from humble roots, became a self-made billionaire, and entered the political arena, and provides information on the historical context of his career.

Advice from a practicing psychiatrist on how to face life's challenges, conflicts, and problems and find a path to serenity and peace while continuing to learn and grow as an individual.