biography

"Using his signature illustration style and [Jos? de la] Luz's diary entries from the war, award-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh tells the story of a Mexican American war hero and his fight for equality"--Jacket flap of English version.

Sonia Sotomayor, associate justice to the US Supreme Court, is known for her straightforward approach and efforts toward equality. Learn about her road to the Supreme Court and over ten years of work.

A former senator and presidential candidate offers her candid views on life and love, politics, liberty, democracy, the threats we face and the future within our reach.

"Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson invites readers into her life and world, tracing her family's ascent from segregation to her confirmation on America's highest court within the span of one generation. . . She reveals what it takes to advance in the legal profession when most people in power don't look like you, and to reconcile a demanding career with the joys and sacrifices of marriage and motherhood"--Provided by publisher.

A Newsday alum and PEN/Hemingway honoree tells the full story of U.S. Representative George Santos, a charlatan and con-artist who has embedded himself in our nation's capital.

"A memoir by former speaker of the house John Boehner"--Provided by publisher.

"A firsthand account from inside the halls of Congress as Donald Trump and his enablers betrayed the American people and the Constitution--leading to the violent attack on our Capitol on January sixth, 2021"--Provided by publisher.

"Father Emil Kapaun, a humble priest, went far beyond the call of duty during World War II and the Korean War. Often found with the combat medics on the front lines, unarmed, ministering to the wounded, and known for his intense devotion to the soldiers whom he called 'my boys,' Kapaun became the most decorated chaplain in US military history, awarded a Medal of Honor, the Distinguished Service Cross and the Legion of Merit. But Father Kapaun's leadership, bravery and selflessness don't end there. When the story of human history is over, evil, death, darkness--they don't get the final word. It was Father Kapaun's love for God that gave him the courage to lay down his life for his friends and for his country"--Provided by publisher.

"Middle grade [readers] are introduced to the . . . history of WNBA's Washington Mystics with a photo-laden narrative of their . . . successes and losses"--Provided by publisher.

"Middle grade [readers] are introduced to the . . . history of WNBA's Phoenix Mercury with a photo-laden narrative of their . . . successes and losses"--Provided by publisher.