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This objective, well-researched biography tells the story of the woman whose meteoric rise to the 2008 Republican vice presidential candidacy made history.

Sarah Palin: A Biography offers a candid yet unbiased look at the charismatic politician who became the first female nominee on a Republican national presidential ticket.

(Hardback)

As one of the most recognizable and highest paid athletes in the world, Shaquille O'Neal, better known as Shaq, is undeniably one of the greatest players in basketball history.

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A revered political, spiritual, and military leader, Sitting Bull was legendary for his stubbornness and battle prowess as head of the Lakota Sioux in the 1860s. This biography explores: Sitting Bull's early years and successes as a young warrior; and the Battle of Little Bighorn and Sitting Bull's eventual flight to Canada.

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This simple narrative of an extraordinary life explores the power of a disinterested commitment to right and truth.

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This insightful biography introduces readers to Justice Sonia Sotomayor, a remarkable woman with a single-minded pursuit of educational excellence, who rose from poverty in a Bronx housing project to a seat on the U.S. Supreme Court.

(Hardback)

This book explores how comedian Stephen Colbert's satiric views of American life have captured the imagination of viewers around the world-and sharpened these individuals' own critical interpretations and opinions on current events.

(Hardback)

This biography of Hawking, written by a physicist, provides an accessible introduction to the life and work of an inspirational figure.

Stephen Hawking: A Biography provides an overview of the life and work of this brilliant scientist that can be read and appreciated by students and lay people alike.

(Hardback)

Known worldwide for his horror creations in best-selling books and popular film adaptations, Stephen King spent years in obscurity trying to find his voice and his audience. For much of his career he chose to remain in the small-town Maine of his youth. This title traces his evolution from would-be "Pulp" magazine writer to master of his craft.

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This book provides extensive, comprehensive biographical information on one of technology's most important innovatorsSteve Jobs.

Steve Jobs was a visionary entrepreneur who contributed immeasurably to information technology, changing not only the way we do business but also the way we communicate and share information.

(Hardback)

Steven Spielberg is hailed as one of the most influential film directors in motion picture history. This biography traces his rise from shooting films as a shy young boy with the family's 8mm camera to his first unpaid job at Universal Studios, to the rise of DreamWorks, the studio Spielberg founded and turned into a filmmaking powerhouse.

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A thorough and effectively executed study, this biography will appeal to anyone interested in Stonewall Jackson and the military history of the Civil War.

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This up-to-date biography explores the nature and sources of the mythology that has surrounded the poet's life by presenting a balanced account of her own life and the many significant people and events that influenced her.

This outstanding biography presents the facts of Plath's life as they are known in the 21st century.

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Useful for student research assignments, this title features important figures - contemporary and historical - drawn from a range of curriculum subject areas, including history, science, politics, literature, and the arts. It includes timeline highlighting significant biographical events and career contributions.

(Hardback)

This book chronicles the life story of Ted Turner-cable television mogul, successful baseball team owner, and fascinating public figure.

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(Hardback)

This is the Dalai Lama's story - his early family life, his education as the 14th incarnation of the Lama, his exile in India, and his struggles to help Tibet regain independence from China. The book offers an historical overview of the Tibetan crisis after the Chinese invasion.

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The story of NASCAR's preeminent family and the multibillion dollar sport they helped create.

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Today, Louise, the oldest daughter of Richard and Meave, continues the family tradition with fieldwork in northern Kenya.

The Leakey family's achievements have had an enormous impact on our knowledge of human origins and evolution.

(Hardback)

Over ten years since his death, Biggie Smalls, also known as The Notorious B.I.G., is considered one of the most influential rappers of all time, a credit continually given by numerous hip-hop artists.

(Hardback)

This book provides a detailed examination of the life and legal legacy of Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, including a discussion of the many legal cases in which he was involved.

Thurgood Marshall was the first African American Supreme Court Justice.

(Hardback, 2nd edition)

This comprehensive biography of Tiger Woods looks at where he came from, his sports accomplishments and philanthropic efforts, and the effect he has had on sports history, marketing, and broadcasting.

(Hardback)

This book is a revealing look at the life and work of Nobel laureate Toni Morrison.

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This book chronicles the fascinating life story of the supermodel turned media mogul who has become one of the most influential African American women in our popular culture.

Tyra Banks: A Biography tells the story of one of todays most visible, successful, and inspiring young African American women.

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Ulysses S. Grant was responsible for orchestrating the activities of all the Union armies into a single strategy, providing the leadership that eventually doomed the Confederacy and brought about the end of the Civil War. This book documents Grant's contributions to the Civil War as well as his early life and presidency.