Tag: Biography

Al Capone was a criminal but he was once loved by his community. Apparently, he is said to have lived the life of Robin Hood, in the sense that

Joseph Campbell wrote that mythology is “the wonderful song of the soul’s high adventure.” In Myth, David Leeming considers the role this “wonderful song” has to play in a

A biography of the black woman whose cruel experiences as a slave in the South led her to seek freedom in the North for herself and for others through

First ladies don’t just take care of the first family. They also do many important works too. Some of them even do impressive jobs that they leave a mark

DK’s acclaimed DK Biography series tackles one of history’s most colorful figures in Harry Houdini. Perfect for book reports or summer reading, the DK Biography series brings a new

Who Was the Red Barron? If he wasn’t a political figure or a celebrity, then why does he have a place in history books? What valuable contributions did he

Tells the amazing story of struggle and triumph of one of the greatest Civil Rights leaders, Martin Luther King, Jr. In this groundbreaking new series, DK brings together fresh

The greatest moments of Michael Jordan’s legendary NBA career told through detailed illustrations, facts, quotes and statistics. This inspiring ‘Coloring Book Biography’ is a guaranteed hit with readers of

Loaded with archival photographs and amazing facts, the DK Biography series introduces young readers to some of history’s most interesting and influential characters. From his early life in Hawaii