John O'Brien

Profiles the life of the primatologist who was the first scientist to study wild chimpanzees in their natural environment.

Born to a family of farmers, Lincoln stood out from an early age-literally! (He was six feet four inches tall.) As sixteenth President of the United States, he guided the nation through the Civil War and saw the abolition of slavery. But Lincoln was tragically shot one night at Ford's Theater-the first President to be assassinated. Over 100 black-and-white illustrations and maps are included.

An introduction to the life and accomplishments of Thomas Edison, America's most famous inventor.

Profiles the "King of Rock 'n Roll, " focusing on how he got his start in singing and how his style influenced later musicians.

A biography of the eighteenth-century printer, publisher, inventor, scientist, and statesman who played an influential role in the early history of the United States.

"Like Michelangelo, Galileo is another Renaissance great known just by his first name--a name that is synonymous with scientific achievement. Born in Pisa, Italy, in the sixteenth century, Galileo contributed to the era's great rebirth of knowledge. He invented a telescope to observe the heavens. From there, not even the sky was the limit! He turned long-held notions about the universe topsy turvy with his support of a sun-centric solar system. Patricia...

An introduction to the life, times, and works of the celebrated 19th-century American author.

A biography of the famous magician who was also a movie star and a pioneer pilot.

Describes the life of Marie Antoinette, including her childhood in Austria, her lavish lifestyle, and the Diamond Necklace Affair.

A biography of the third president of the United States and writer of the Declaration of Independence.