American rebels

"A biography of British-born rock-and-roll legend John Lennon, who lived and died in New York City. This book discusses his early life, rise and fall of the Beatles, personal hardships, and legacy"--Provided by publisher.

Tells the life story of Nirvana singer Kurt Cobain, describing his difficult childhood, his start as a musician, Nirvana's beginnings and rise to fame, the subjects of his songs, his relationship with Courtney Love, his suicide, and the impact of Nirvana's music on fans and music history.

"A biography of rock and roll legend Elvis Presley, discussing his early struggles with poverty, rise to fame as a controversial performer, personal hardships, and legacy"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of avant-garde painter, printmaker, and filmmaker Andy Warhol, discussing his early struggles, rise to fame as a controversial pop artist, personal hardships, and legacy.

A biography of country singer Johnny Cash, discussing his early struggles with poverty, rise to fame, personal hardships, and legacy.

A biography of boxing legend Muhammad Ali, discussing his early struggles with racism, rise to fame as a world heavyweight champion, personal hardships, including his refusal to be drafted during the Vietnam War, and legacy.

Chronicles the life of legendary rock star Janis Joplin, discussing her childhood, various bands, influence on rock music, and other related topics.

Tells the life story of twentieth-century American writer Jack Kerouac, author of "On the Road, " discussing his works and the influence of his rebellious spirit.

Presents a biography of actor James Dean, whose life ended abruptly in a car accident in 1955; and explores his often guarded life, his personality, and what made his few film performances unforgettable.

Tells the life story of singer-actress Madonna, describing her youth in Michigan, her years in New York, her path to stardom, and the different directions her career has taken.