Knots in My Yo-yo String: The Autobiography of a Kid

"A master of those embarrassing, gloppy, painful, and suddenly wonderful things that happen on the razor's edge between childhood and full-fledged adolescence" (The Washington Post), Newbery medalist Jerry Spinelli has penned his early autobiography with all the warmth, humor, and drama of his best-selling fiction. From first memories through high school, including first kiss, first punch, firs…

Sojourner Truth: Ain't I a Woman?

Published to coincide with African-American History Month, here is the stirring, award-winning biography of Sojourner Truth--preacher, abolitionist, and activist for the rights of African-Americans and women. A rich profile.--School Library Journal. A 1993 Coretta Scott King Honor Book.

All Shook Up : the life and death of Elvis Presley

Edition

1st Edition

ISBN/ISSN

0439528119

Collation

20 cm. + 176 p.

Series Title

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Call Number

920 DEN a

The Secret Soldier: The Story of Deborah Sampson

Deborah Sampson wanted to travel and have adventures, but since she had no money, the best way to do that was to join the army. This is the exciting true story of a woman who became a soldier during the American Revolutionary War, by dressing and acting like a man.

The Story Of Thomas Alva Edison Inventor : The Wizard of Menlo Park

Delves into the life of the inventor Edison, recounting the joys, tragedies, and successes of his life, and explains the scientific principles behind his revolutionary work.

Helen Keller

The bestselling biography of Helen Keller and how, with the commitment and lifelong friendship of Anne Sullivan, she learned to talk, read, and eventually graduate from college with honors.

The Story of George Washington Carver

Born into slavery, George Washington Carver became one of the most prestigious scientists of his time. This biography follows Dr. Carver's life from childhood to his days as a teacher and discoverer.

Harry Houdini: Master of Magic

This biography recounts the life of Harry Houdini from his boyhood through his years as an escape artist and master showman.

Celebrity BIOS: Liv Tyler

Edition

1st Edition

ISBN/ISSN

9780516878599

Collation

21 cm. + 48 p.

Series Title

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Call Number

920 FIN c

They Led the Way: 14 American Women

Edition

1st Edition

ISBN/ISSN

05904431X

Collation

19 cm. + 126 p.

Series Title

Scholastic Biography

Call Number

920 JOH t

Malcolm X: By Any Means Necessary

Profiles the late African American leader, providing a startling picture of the life of the controversial and important historical figure.

Against the Odds

Edition

1st Edition

ISBN/ISSN

0590120824

Collation

20 cm. + 85 p.

Series Title

-

Call Number

920 LAY a

The Wright Brothers

This new biography of Orville and Wilbur Wright uses the brothers' own journals and drawings to tell the exciting story of the first time a person flew in a heavier-than-air machine. "Success four flights Thursday..." On December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright sent a telegram to their father. Its simple message told of the brothers' historic flights at Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. F…

The First Woman Doctor

Edition

1st Edition

ISBN/ISSN

059044767X

Collation

24 cm. + 150 p.

Series Title

Scholastic Biography

Call Number

920 BAK f

The Wright Brothers at Kitty Hawk

The story of Orville and Wilbur Wright and their history making flight.

Freedom Train : The Story of Harriet Tubman

Born into slavery, young Harriet Tubman knew only hard work and hunger. Escape seemed impossible - certainly dangerous. Yet Harriet did escape North, by the secret route called the Underground Railroad. Harriet didn't forget her people. Again and again she risked her life to lead them on the same secret, dangerous journey.

Frederick Douglas Fights For Freedom

A biography of the man who, after escaping slavery, became an orator, writer, and leader in the anti-slavery movement of the early 19th century.

The Story of George Washington Carver

Born into slavery, George Washington Carver became one of the most prestigious scientists of his time. This biography follows Dr. Carver's life from childhood to his days as a teacher and discoverer.

Benjamin Franklin

Drawn from his own newspaper articles and personal recollections, a fascinating glimpse into the life of the brilliant printer, inventor, scientist, and statesman details his many accomplishments and contributions. Simultaneous.

Panggil Aku Kartini Saja

"...Kartini tidak punya massa, apalagi uang. Yang dipunyai Kartini adalah kepekaan dan keprihatinan dan ia tulislah segala-gala perasaannya yang tertekan itu. Dan hasilnya luar biasa, selain melambungkan nama Kartini, suaranya bisa terdengar sampai jauh, bahkan sampai ke negeri asal dan akar segala kehancuran manusia Pribumi..."

A Man Called #Ahok : Sepenggal Kisah Perjuangan & Ketulusan

Harapan gue, jika kalian sudah baca buku ini mohon disebarkan lagi ke keluarga, kerabat hingga sahabat, dan disiarkan bahwa masih ada harapan untuk orang bersih, transparan, dan profesional hidup di negeri ini.

Inside the Kingdom : My Life in Saudi Arabia

Osama bin Laden's former sister-in-law provides a penetrating, unusually inti- mate look into Saudi soci-ety and the bin Laden family's role within it, as well as the treatment of Saudi women. On September 11th, 2001, Carmen bin Ladin heard the news that the Twin Towers had been struck. She instinctively knew that her ex-brother-in-law was involved in these hor-rifying acts of terrorism, and he…

Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother

Traces the rewards and pitfalls of a Chinese mother's exercise in extreme parenting, describing the exacting standards applied to grades, music lessons, and avoidance of Western cultural practices.

LEGENDS: The Best Players, Games, and Teams in Basketball

From Magic Johnson and Michael Jordan to LeBron James to Steph Curry, ESPN's Bryant presents the best from the hardwood--a collection of NBA champions and superstars for young sports fans. Full color. 5/8. ...From Magic Johnson to Michael Jordan to LeBron James to Steph Curry, ESPN's Howard Bryant presents the best from the hardwood--a collection of NBA champions and superstars for young sports…

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls 2

While still inspiring rebel girls of the world to dream bigger, aim higher, and fight harder, this sequel is bigger than each of us, bigger than our individual hopes, and certainly bigger than our fears

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls : 100 tales of extraordinary women

"Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls reinvents fairy tales, inspiring girls with the stories of 100 heroic women from Elizabeth I to Serena Williams. Illustrated by 60 female artists from every corner of the globe, this is the most-funded original book in the history of crowd-funding."--Publisher's description

I am Gandhi

"Twenty-five exceptional comic book creators join forces to share the heroic story of Gandhi in this inspiring graphic novel biography."