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1) Gandhi
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Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
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Description
Examines the life of Mohandas Gandhi, who used his teachings of non-violence and civil disobedience to win his country's freedom and to promote his philosophy of peace and equality.
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Series
Publisher
DK
Language
English
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Description
In this kids' biography, follow the remarkable life story of Albert Einstein, whose legendary genius and creative imagination made him one of the world's most famous thinkers.
Albert Einstein is known as one of the most brilliant people in history. His many theories and discoveries changed the way scientists think and work, and the way in which we look at and understand things. In this kids' biography for ages 8-12, learn all about Einstein's...
Albert Einstein is known as one of the most brilliant people in history. His many theories and discoveries changed the way scientists think and work, and the way in which we look at and understand things. In this kids' biography for ages 8-12, learn all about Einstein's...
4) Ada Lovelace
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Shares the life of the world's first computer programmer, including her work alongside mathematician Charles Babbage and how her contributions to science changed the world.
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Shares the life of the famous abolitionist, including her early years, how she helped slaves escape to freedom through the Underground Railroad, and her contributions to the Civil War as a scout and nurse.
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Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents the life and career of the famous American air pilot, describing her childhood, her solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean, and her mysterious disappearance in 1937 during her attempt to fly around the world.
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Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
128 pages : color illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents the life and achievements of the Italian Renaissance artist, inventor, and engineer, tracing his early years and apprenticeship through the creations of such masterworks as "The Last Supper" and "Mona Lisa."
8) Helen Keller
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discover the inspiring story of Helen Keller, whose activism changed the world for blind and deaf people, and many others.
9) Jesse Owens
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Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Complemented by full-color photos, information sidebars and quotes, an early reader biography of the track-and-field Olympic gold medalist describes his childhood on an Alabama farm, his years as a world record-breaking student athlete, the discrimination that challenged his ambitions and his four gold-medal wins at the 1936 games in Berlin.
10) Nelson Mandela
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the life and accomplishments of the South African activist and politician who opposed apartheid and became the country's first black head of state after being imprisoned for twenty-seven years.
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Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents the life and accomplishments of Alexander Hamilton, from his poor childhood in the West Indies and his military career in the Continental Army to his role in forming the United States's system of government.
12) Albert Einstein
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Examines the life of the famous physicist, discussing Einstein's family, education, travels, career, and personal troubles.
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"At just 25 years of age, Princess Elizabeth succeeded King George VI to the British throne. This compelling book looks at Elizabeth's life as both a public and private figure. It traces her early years as a princess, her experiences in the women's army during World War II, her coronation, and her life as queen both at home and in the public eye. The book looks at Elizabeth's marriage to Prince Philip, her husband of more than 70 years, and her life...
15) Marie Curie
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Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Learn about the fascinating life of Marie Curie, one of the world's most celebrated women scientists who changed the course of the world through her scientific discoveries"--
16) Jane Godall
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Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
128 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
In this kids biography, discover the inspiring story of Nelson Mandela, who became the first black president of South Africa after spending 27 years in prison.
In 1964, Nelson Mandela was sentenced to a lifetime in jail. His crime? Attempting to overthrow a government that openly discriminated against its black citizens. After spending 27 years behind bars, Mandela was released, allowing him to continue his struggle for equality in South Africa-and...
In 1964, Nelson Mandela was sentenced to a lifetime in jail. His crime? Attempting to overthrow a government that openly discriminated against its black citizens. After spending 27 years behind bars, Mandela was released, allowing him to continue his struggle for equality in South Africa-and...
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
Learn all about Leonardo da Vinci and his creative genius in this children's biography.
Discover the inspiring story of Leonardo da Vinci, the artist, inventor, and engineer of the Italian Renaissance...
Leonardo was a creative genius who wanted to understand how things worked. This audiobook traces his life, from his birth in a hilltop village near Florence, Italy, through to his work as a painter, sculptor, and engineer. Leonardo made hundreds...
Discover the inspiring story of Leonardo da Vinci, the artist, inventor, and engineer of the Italian Renaissance...
Leonardo was a creative genius who wanted to understand how things worked. This audiobook traces his life, from his birth in a hilltop village near Florence, Italy, through to his work as a painter, sculptor, and engineer. Leonardo made hundreds...
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
Learn all about Anne Frank and her world-famous diary in this children's biography.
In this biography, discover the incredible story of Anne Frank, the courageous young writer who hid from the Nazis during World War II.
Anne Frank's diary is read by children and adults worldwide. It tells two stories: one of an extraordinary young girl living in hiding during one of the most fearsome times in history, and one of a relatable young girl facing...
In this biography, discover the incredible story of Anne Frank, the courageous young writer who hid from the Nazis during World War II.
Anne Frank's diary is read by children and adults worldwide. It tells two stories: one of an extraordinary young girl living in hiding during one of the most fearsome times in history, and one of a relatable young girl facing...
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
Learn all about Florence Nightingale and her revolutionary nursing work in this children's biography.
In this biography, discover the fascinating story of Florence Nightingale, who cared for British soldiers during wartime as the "Lady of the Lamp."
Florence Nightingale was a pioneer of nursing at a time when women were discouraged from working outside the home, especially in the field of science. She saved many lives both on and off the battlefield...
In this biography, discover the fascinating story of Florence Nightingale, who cared for British soldiers during wartime as the "Lady of the Lamp."
Florence Nightingale was a pioneer of nursing at a time when women were discouraged from working outside the home, especially in the field of science. She saved many lives both on and off the battlefield...
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