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Word
Title
The $64 Tomato
Author
Alexander, William
Number Lang IL
113831 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 12.0 NF
Count Book RP
65863 N
N
10 Explorers Who Changed the
World
Gifford, Clive
133277
EN
The 10 Greatest Hoop Heroes
Hurley, Trish
122557
The 10 Greatest Spies
Mitchell, Geneviève
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
13150
N
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
9890
122558
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
10 Kings & Queens Who Changed Gifford, Clive
the World
132512
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
The 10 Most Phenomenal Athletes Suchanek, David
122565
EN
MG
7.5
VP
Description
- Bill Alexander recounts the challenges
he faced while trying to cultivate his own
vegetable garden and offers a costbenefit analysis of his efforts,
determining that it cost him $64 to grow
each of his beloved tomatoes.
N
-
-
-
This book presents the stories of ten
explorers whose discoveries influenced
the course of world events and shows
how these pioneers were linked even
though their adventures occurred at
different points in history.
N
N
-
-
-
This book gives brief biographies of ten
of the greatest basketball players to
have ever hit the hard court.
8990
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the dark and
dangerous world of history's greatest
spies.
NF
12064
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the lives of ten
significant kings and queens throughout
history and features information on
Hatshepsut, Alexander the Great,
Charlemagne, Henry VIII, Charles V,
Suleiman the Magnificent, Elizabeth I,
and Catherine the Great.
2.0
NF
10508
N
N
-
-
-
This book introduces some of the
biggest names in sports, discussing how
each of these superstars have made a
positive impact on the world.
10 Women: Political Pioneers
Perry, Carol J.
14001
EN
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
19000
N
N
-
-
-
Each of these ten women is a pioneer, a
political pioneer. Each overcame great
odds to achieve success. And each
faced the loneliness and challenges of
being the first woman in her position.
50 American Heroes Every Kid
Should Meet
Denenberg, Dennis
48763
EN
MG
7.4
6.0
NF
34524
N
N
-
-
-
This book introduces kids to the fifty
American heroes they should meet. The
coauthor is Lorraine Roscoe.
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Word
Title
50 Cent
Author
Marcovitz, Hal
Abe Lincoln Grows Up
Sandburg, Carl
30662
EN
Abigail Adams
Davis, Kate
66735
Abigail Adams: Courageous Patriot Somervill, Barbara A.
and First Lady
Number Lang IL
111710 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
8681 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.6
6.0
NF
36185
N
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
15905
100263
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
VP
Description
- This brief profile of hip-hop artist 50
Cent chronicles his childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and his
success in the entertainment industry.
N
-
-
-
This book is the definitive portrait of
Abraham Lincoln as a boy, by America's
beloved poet-biographer.
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles a woman who is
remembered for her intellectual
accomplishments, belief in women's
rights, and support of her husband,
John, who became the second
president of the United States.
11662
N
N
-
-
-
Wife of one president and mother of
another, Abigail Adams willingly gave up
time with her husband so he could help
form the infant United States. She used
her letters to influence the laws of the
new nation and improve the lives of
American women.
Abigail Adams: First Lady and
Patriot
McCarthy, Pat
60696
EN
UG
7.5
4.0
NF
23387
N
N
-
-
-
This book offers a brief introduction to
the life and times of Abigail Adams,
discussing her title as the country's first
feminist and her role as an advisor to
her husband, President John Adams.
Abraham & Mary Todd Lincoln
Ashby, Ruth
81158
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
10640
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the personal
history of Abraham and Mary Todd
Lincoln, as well as the historical events
that shaped their time in office.
Abraham Lincoln
Alter, Judy
69750
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
6029
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the president
responsible for the Emancipation
Proclamation, Gettysburg Address, and
more.
Abraham Lincoln
Magoon, Kekla
118231
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
15146
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
Abraham Lincoln, discussing his
childhood, career as a lawyer, political
aspirations, marriage to Mary Todd,
years as president, and his
assassination.
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Title
Abraham Lincoln: A New Birth of
Freedom
Author
Benge, Janet
Number Lang IL
89095 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 8.0 NF
Count Book RP
48359 N
N
Abraham Lincoln: A Photographic
Story of a Life
Stone, Tanya Lee
108542
EN
Abraham Lincoln: America's 16th
President
Otfinoski, Steven
77336
Abraham Lincoln: Great American
President
Haugen, Brenda
Abraham Lincoln: Sixteenth
President of the United States
Hargrove, Jim
Absolute Rulers
Pollard, Michael
AC/DC
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.2
4.0
NF
21989
N
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
14250
100251
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
866
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
14151
EN
MG
7.5
Schlesinger, Ethan
118531
EN
MG
AC/DC: Hard Rock Band
Miller, Heather
131720
EN
An Accidental Sportswriter: A
Memoir
Lipsyte, Robert
146183
EN
N
-
-
-
This book presents a short biography
about the sixteenth president of the
United States, Abraham Lincoln, and
chronicles his childhood, early days as a
lawyer in Illinois, and presidency
through the Civil War.
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the sixteenth
President of the United States.
12089
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of Abraham
Lincoln, the 16th president of the United
States, who led the nation through the
Civil War.
NF
12574
N
N
-
-
-
Traces the life of the frontier clerk,
storekeeper, lawyer, politician, and Civil
War President.
1.0
NF
7970
N
N
-
-
-
Presents brief biographies of 19
absolute rulers, from Charlemagne to Idi
Amin.
7.4
2.0
NF
9256
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the history of the
rock band AC/DC, describing the band's
formation, its successes and struggles,
including the death of singer Bon Scott,
and the personality of guitarist Angus
Young.
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
15202
N
N
-
-
-
This biography provides a profile of the
Australian hard rock band AC/DC.
UG
7.9 13.0
NF
75387
N
N
-
-
-
Robert Lipsyte chronicles his career as
a sportswriter, explaining how he
became a sports columnist for the NEW
YORK TIMES despite the fact that he
was never a jock and spent most of his
childhood and teen years avoiding what
he called the Jock Culture.
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Description
- This book presents a narrative
biography of our sixteenth president,
focusing on his impact on history and
the qualities of his character. The
coauthor is Geoff Benge.
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Title
Across America on an Emigrant
Train
Author
Murphy, Jim
Number Lang IL
8452 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 3.0 NF
RV
N
LS
-
Activists
Steele, Philip
142909
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
8297
N
N
-
-
-
Some of the most inspiring people in our
history have been those who were
willing to put it all on the line for what
they believe. Figures such as Nelson
Mandela and Mohandas Gandhi are just
two among many impressive and
important activists.
Adam Sandler
Uschan, Michael V.
126796
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
10498
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of comedic actor Adam
Sandler describes some of the major
accomplishments throughout his
professional career, his movies, and
other related topics.
Adolf Hitler
Tames, Richard
48594
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
7617
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Adolf Hitler
beginning with his childhood and youth
in Austria and following his rise to power
in Nazi Germany before being defeated
in World War II.
Adolf Hitler
Price, Sean Stewart
135719
EN
MG+
7.1
2.0
NF
13186
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of Adolf
Hitler, providing information on his
youth, his rise to power, his role in
World War II, his hatred for Jews, and
his impact on the world.
Adolf Hitler: Dictator of Nazi
Germany
Haugen, Brenda
104880
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
11959
N
N
-
-
-
This biography studies the life of Adolf
Hitler, the leader of the Nazi party who
provoked World War II and conquered
most of Europe.
Adventurers
Bingham, Jane
142910
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
7127
N
N
-
-
-
This book takes a look into the lives of
fifteen influential adventurers of the
twentieth century, whose exploits
advanced mankind in one way or
another.
AR BookGuide™
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17508 N
N
VP
Description
N This book is a description of the building
and operation of railroads in nineteenthcentury America, combined with an
account of Robert Louis Stevenson's
experiences as he traveled from New
York to California by train in 1879.
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Title
The Adventures of Marco Polo
Author
Freedman, Russell
The Adventurous Life of Myles
Standish and the Amazing-butTrue Survival Story of Plymouth
Colony
Harness, Cheryl
Word
Number Lang IL
109092 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
12785 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book recounts the journeys claimed
by explorer Marco Polo, who shook
Europe with descriptions of the world he
said he visited on his epic journey from
Italy to the court of Kublai Kahn in far-off
China.
109704
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
19270
N
N
-
-
-
Readers will discover all sorts of things
they never knew before, such as that a
teenage boy almost blew up the
"Mayflower" and that the first Indian the
Pilgrims met greeted them in English.
Adventurous Women: Eight True
Colman, Penny
Stories About Women Who Made a
Difference
106213
EN
MG
7.9
6.0
NF
33425
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents biographical essays
on historical women who challenged
expectations.
Aerosmith
Schlesinger, Ethan
118532
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
9235
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the history of the
rock band Aerosmith, describing how
the band formed, the members'
struggles with drugs and alcohol, and
the group's success in the 1970s and
resurgence in the 1980s.
African Princess: The Amazing
Lives of Africa's Royal Women
Hansen, Joyce
87208
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
11846
N
N
-
-
-
Six brief biographies tell the stories of
six African princesses from Hatshepsut
of Ancient Egypt to the contemporary
Elizabeth of Toro, and the eras in which
they lived, from 1473 B.C. to the
present.
African-American Poets
Strickland, Michael
R.
14701
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
15421
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the lives and work of
ten African-American poets, including
Eloise Greenfield, Langston Hughes,
Imamu Amiri Baraka, Maya Angelou,
Paul Laurence Dunbar, and Nikki
Giovanni.
Agnes de Mille
Gaskill, Rachel
89535
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5959
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of
Agnes de Mille, discussing her early
years in New York City, her interest in
dance and determination to become a
ballerina, and her eventual success as a
choreographer.
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Title
AIDS:Ten Stories of Courage
Author
Gonzales, Doreen
Number Lang IL
21094 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 3.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Air Pioneers
Morris, Neil
74054
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
9314
N
N
-
-
-
This book contains stories of ten daring
men and women who conquered the
frontier of the sky and revolutionized the
way we travel.
Airborne: A Photobiography of
Wilbur and Orville Wright
Collins, Mary
69080
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
8980
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the lives of the
Wright brothers and discusses their
experiments and triumphs in the field of
flight.
Al Gore: Leader for the New
Millennium
Jeffrey, Laura S.
31433
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
17668
N
N
-
-
-
This book surveys the childhood,
military career, and political activities of
the man who served as vice president
under Bill Clinton.
Alaska's Heroes: A Call to Courage Ferrell, Nancy
Warren
69906
EN
UG
7.9
7.0
NF
40828
N
N
-
-
-
This is a collection of true stories about
men and women who have put their own
lives on the line to save others.
Albert Einstein
Pirotta, Saviour
64609
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
7883
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography which traces
the life and accomplishments of the
noted twentieth-century physicist, Albert
Einstein.
Albert Einstein
Heinrichs, Ann
56511
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
7121
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and work of
the twentieth-century physicist whose
theory of relativity revolutionized
scientific thinking.
Albert Einstein and the Theory of
Relativity
Bankston, John
62389
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
9259
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the physicist
whose theories of relativity
revolutionized the way we look at space
and time.
Alberto Giacometti
Gaff, Jackie
74354
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
7340
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life, art, and
legacy of the artist Alberto Giacometti,
and includes a timeline linking the
events in his life with world events.
Aldo Leopold: American Ecologist
Anderson, Peter
13452
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5497
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the ecologist whose
pioneering contributions to wildlife
management have influenced
generations of conservationists.
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16736 N
N
VP
Description
- This book presents the stories of ten
people who have been infected with
Aids. including Ryan White.
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Title
Alex Haley: Author of Roots
Author
Gonzales, Doreen
Number Lang IL
14703 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 3.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Alex Rodriguez
Clark, Travis
126743
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
9692
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
career of professional baseball player
Alex Rodriguez, discussing his
childhood in New York City and the
Dominican Republic, recruitment by the
MBA, career victories, and personal life.
Alexander Fleming
Parker, Steve
48580
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
8815
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the man who
discovered penicillin.
Alexander Fleming: Discoverer of
Penicillin
Gottfried, Ted
1747
EN
UG
7.8
3.0
NF
15863
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the British
bacteriologist, born in Scotland, who
was knighted and awarded the 1945
Nobel Prize in medicine for discovering
penicillin.
Alexander Graham Bell
Reid, Struan
39644
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
8132
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the prolific
inventor, Alexander Graham Bell, best
known for his work with the deaf and his
invention of the telephone.
The Alexander Hamilton You Never Collier, James
Knew
Lincoln
74383
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
11525
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores the childhood,
character, and influential events that
shaped the life of Alexander Hamilton,
one of America's founding fathers.
Alexander Hamilton: Founding
Father and Statesman
Haugen, Brenda
85198
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
11530
N
N
-
-
-
In the transition from colonies to new
nation, Alexander Hamilton served as
military hero and statesman. His ideas
and policies as the United States' first
secretary of the treasury were widely
opposed, but history views him as a true
founding father.
Alexander Hamilton: Soldier and
Statesman
Rosenberg, Pam
75862
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
4325
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Alexander
Hamilton who was a soldier and
statesman.
Alexander Hamilton: The Outsider
Fritz, Jean
142130
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
19326
N
N
-
-
-
This book is an introduction to the life
and accomplishments of Founding
Father Alexander Hamilton.
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18925 N
N
VP
Description
- Biography of the African-American
author and journalist.
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Title
Author
Alexander the Great: Conqueror of McGowen, Tom
the Ancient World
Alexander the Great: Master of the Wilhelm, Doug
Ancient World
Word
Number Lang IL
106739 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 5.0 NF
Count Book RP
30873 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography of the Macedonian
warrior, Alexander the Great, describes
his boyhood, early battles, victories, and
defeat of the Persian Empire.
132185
EN
MG+
7.0
2.0
NF
12339
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
Alexander the Great, king of Macedonia,
documenting his life, conquests, allies,
and enemies.
Alexander: The Boy Soldier Who
Conquered the World
Adams, Simon
88810
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
9000
N
N
-
-
-
Alexander conquered the Persian
Empire, which stretched from the
Mediterranean Sea to India and formed
much of what was then considered the
civilized world. Alexander's conquests
furthered the spread of Greek ideas and
customs in western Asia and Egypt.
Alfred Nobel: Inventive Thinker
Binns, Tristan Boyer
77329
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
18556
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and work of
Alfred Nobel, a Swedish inventor who
developed dynamite and instituted the
Nobel Prize.
Alice Walker: Author and Social
Activist
Fitzgerald, Stephanie
120233
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
12791
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of writer and social
activist Alice Walker focuses on her
writing career, Pulitzer Prize winning
novel, THE COLOR PURPLE and,
continuing efforts on behalf of African
American women.
Alice Walker: Freedom Writer
Lazo, Caroline
Evensen
47444
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
14637
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the personal life
and literary career of the African
American woman who won the Pulitzer
Prize for her novel, "The Color Purple."
Alicia Keys
Brown, Terrell
111711
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
8367
N
N
-
-
-
This brief profile of hip-hop artist Alicia
Keys chronicles her childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and
success in the entertainment industry.
Alicia Keys: Singer-Songwriter,
Musician, Actress, and Producer
Roberts, Russell
133714
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
8519
N
N
-
-
-
This overview of the life and career of
Alicia Keys discusses her family,
achievements in the entertainment
industry, charity work, challenges, and
more.
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Title
Allan Pinkerton: The Original
Private Eye
Author
Josephson, Judith
Pinkerton
Allen Iverson
Schmidt, Charles E.
Allen Iverson
Word
Number Lang IL
26059 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
20401 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- Examines the life of the detective who
founded his own agency and introduced
a system of recording criminals to help
track them down and tie them to crimes.
4671
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
10141
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the personal life and
basketball career of the high-scoring
rookie with the Philadelphia 76ers, Allen
Iverson.
Wilson, Wayne
63878
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
4022
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the small, light, and
quick basketball star who led the
Philadelphia 76ers to the NBA Finals in
2001 and earned the All-Star MVP
trophy and the NBA's Most Valuable
Player award in the process.
The Allman Brothers Band
Gregory, Peter
118537
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9294
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the history of the
Allman Brothers Band, discussing the
rock group's formation, successes, and
failures and looks at what band
members have done in the years since
reaching the peak of their popularity.
Alvin Ailey
Gitenstein, Judy
89536
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5756
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of Alvin
Ailey, discussing his early years in
Texas, his interest in dance and
determination to become a modern
dancer, and his eventual success as a
choreographer.
Always Inventing: A
Photobiography of Alexander
Graham Bell
Matthews, Tom L.
29523
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
4359
N
N
-
-
N
This biography, with photographs and
quotes from Bell himself, follows this
well-known inventor from his childhood
in Scotland through his lifelong efforts to
come up with ideas that would improve
people's lives.
Amelia Earhart
Connolly, Sean
48595
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
8202
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and
disappearance of the pilot who was the
first woman to cross the Atlantic in a
plane by herself.
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Title
Amelia Earhart: Legend of Flight
Author
Pflueger, Lynda
Word
Number Lang IL
70844 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
19670 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of Amelia
Earhart who, four years after becoming
the first woman passenger to fly across
the Atlantic Ocean, became the first
woman pilot to do so, as well.
American Astronomers: Searchers Camp, Carole Ann
and Wonderers
14705
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
12813
N
N
-
-
-
Brief biographies of ten American
astronomers.
American Dinosaur Hunters
14706
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
15474
N
N
-
-
-
Profiles the lives of ten important
paleontologists.
American Generals of World War II Knapp, Ron
21096
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
17449
N
N
-
-
-
Profiles ten of America's greatest
Generals of World War II.
American Heroes of Exploration
and Flight
Schraff, Anne
14708
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
17899
N
N
-
-
-
A collection of biographies of ten
American adventurers.
American Horror Writers
Madison, Bob
49964
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
14307
N
N
-
-
-
This book looks at ten authors who have
branded horror writing with the imprint of
real life.
American Idol Judges
Whiting, Jim
126840
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
10396
N
N
-
-
-
This book provides brief biographies for
the television judges of AMERICAN
IDOL, which features Randy Jackson,
Paula Abdul, and Simon Cowell, and
describes each of the judge's
professional accomplishments and other
related topics.
American Photographers:
Capturing the Image
Gaines, Ann Graham
60725
EN
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
15312
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the lives and
influences of Mathew B. Brady, Jacob A.
Riis, Alfred Stieglitz, Lewis Wickes Hine,
Man Ray, Dorothea Lange, Ansel
Adams, Margaret Bourke-White, Diane
Arbus, and Gordon Parks.
American Science Fiction and
Fantasy Writers
Datnow, Claire L.
31435
EN
UG
7.6
3.0
NF
16852
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a collection of different
biographies of different writers.
American Writers of the 20th
Century
Bredeson, Carmen
14711
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
13698
N
N
-
-
-
Describes the personal lives and
professional accomplishments of ten
American authors of the twentieth
century.
Aaseng, Nathan
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Title
Amy Tan: Author and Storyteller
Author
Rosinsky, Natalie M.
Amy Tan: Author Extraordinaire
Orr, Tamra
Amy Tan: Author of the Joy Luck
Club
Word
Number Lang IL
107907 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
14233 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography discusses the life of Amy
Tan, author of THE JOY LUCK CLUB,
which made her name known around
the world.
133897
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
14180
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
accomplishments of author Amy Tan,
discussing her Chinese heritage, her
youth in California, her early literary
talent, and her success as a novelist.
Kramer, Barbara
14712
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
17249
N
N
-
-
-
Explores the life and career of author
Amy Tan, from her childhood in
Oakland, California, through her
struggle to accept her Chinese heritage,
to her career as a writer.
Andrew Carnegie: Steel King and
Friend to Libraries
Kent, Zachary
31454
EN
UG
7.5
3.0
NF
17380
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the Scottish
immigrant who made a fortune in the
steel industry and used much of it for
philanthropic causes.
Andrew Jackson
Judson, Karen
16001
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
15755
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the seventh President
from his childhood in South Carolina,
through his military career in the War of
1812, to his legacy as America's first
populist President.
Andrew Jackson
Harmon, Daniel E.
63026
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
6236
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the seventh
president of the United States, focusing
on his childhood and young adulthood.
Andrew Jackson
Feinstein, Stephen
69751
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
7266
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the private and public
life of America's seventh president, who
was orphaned at the age of fourteen.
Andrew Jackson
Behrman, Carol H.
66970
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
18238
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the seventh
president from his childhood in South
Carolina, through his military career in
the War of 1812 and his family life, to
his legacy as America's first populist
president.
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Title
Andrew Jackson: America's 7th
President
Author
Doherty, Kieran
Andrew Jackson: Frontier
President
Whitelaw, Nancy
Andrew Jackson: Seventh
President of the United States
Osinski, Alice
Andrew Johnson
Alter, Judy
Andrew Johnson: Seventeenth
President of the United States
Kent, Zachary
Andy Warhol
Word
Number Lang IL
74768 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.9 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
13472 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book discusses Andrew Jackson's
childhood, family life, campaigning,
election, run for reelection, life after the
presidency, and legacy.
47533
EN
UG
7.9
4.0
NF
23435
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the seventh
president from his childhood in South
Carolina through his military career in
the War of 1812, to his death.
857
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
9448
N
N
-
-
-
Traces the life of the rowdy "Hero of
New Orleans," from his backwoods
beginnings through his military career to
his term as seventh President of the
United States.
69752
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
5635
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of the politician
who received no formal schooling but
became a distinguished legislator,
governor, member of Congress, and
eventually president.
867
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
12425
N
N
-
-
-
Follows the life and career of the
statesman who became the seventeenth
President of the United States after the
assassination of Abraham Lincoln.
Bolton, Linda
74355
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
7541
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life, art, and
legacy of the artist Andy Warhol, and
includes a timeline linking the events in
his life with world events.
Andy Warhol: Pioneer of Pop Art
Ford, Carin T.
49966
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
17850
N
N
-
-
-
This book takes a candid look at the
Pop Art movement of the 1960s and the
many sides of the American legend
known as the Prince of Pop.
Angelina Jolie
Lynette, Rachel
111825
EN
UG
7.9
3.0
NF
18869
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of Oscar-winning actress
Angelina Jolie discusses her film roles,
struggle with depression as a teen,
relationship with her father, love
relationships, and humanitarian work.
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Title
Angels of Mercy
Author
Kuhn, Betsy
Anne Frank
Brown, Jonatha A.
Word
Number Lang IL
34737 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
19753 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book relates the experiences of
World War II Army nurses, who brought
medical skills, courage, and cheer to
hospitals throughout Europe, North
Africa, and the Pacific.
72708
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
9127
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Anne Frank,
including the historical events which
forced her to hide with her family in an
attic in Nazi-occupied Holland for two
years.
110897
EN
MG+
7.3
8.0
NF
45928
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores the life of Anne
Frank and other children affected by the
Holocaust, including personal accounts,
journal entries, interviews, and
photographs.
51211
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
10615
N
N
-
-
N
Anne Frank keeps a diary chronicling
the two years she and her family spent
hiding from the Germans.
Anne Hutchinson: Religious Leader Clark, Beth
47007
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
7936
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the Puritan
woman who was banished from the
Massachusetts Bay Colony for
disagreeing with the prevailing religious
practices.
Anne McCaffrey: Science Fiction
Storyteller
Trachtenberg, Martha
P.
49967
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
16871
N
N
-
-
-
This book takes readers behind
McCaffrey's mighty pen to reveal how a
childhood "brat" became the
"Dragonlady" and "Reigning Queen of
Sci-Fi" as well as an expert
horsewoman with a riding stable in
Ireland.
Annie Oakley
Shields, Charles J.
55868
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
7991
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Phoebe Ann
Moses who gained fame as "Annie
Oakley."
Annie Oakley
Gilbert, Sara
100435
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5802
N
N
-
-
-
This book introduces the life of Phoebe
Ann Moses, later known as Annie
Oakley, who began shooting game after
her father's death to feed her family and
became the star sharpshooter of Buffalo
Bill's Wild West show.
Anne Frank and the Children of the Lee, Carol Ann
Holocaust
Anne Frank: Life in Hiding
Hurwitz, Johanna
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Title
Author
Anson Jones: Last President of the Flynn, Jean
Republic of Texas
Anthropologist: Scientist of the
People
Batten, Mary
Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac:
French Settlements at Detroit and
Louisiana
Knudsen, Anders
Anwar el-Sadat: A Man of Peace
Rosen, Deborah
Anwar Sadat
Word
Number Lang IL
13717 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
22731 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- Biography of doctor, farmer, and
politician Anson Jones, who served as
the last president of the Republic of
Texas and was instrumental in bringing
Texas into the union.
53620
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
10205
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the customs and
culture of the Aché hunter-gathers living
in Paraguay, and the anthropologist who
studies them.
111940
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
5309
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of
seventeenth- and eighteenth-century
French adventurer Antoine de La Mothe
Cadillac, discussing his founding of
Detroit, governance of Louisiana, and
conflicts between the French and British
in America.
846
EN
MG
7.0
4.0
NF
26154
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the Egyptian president
who won the Nobel peace prize for his
efforts in ending Arab-Israeli conflict.
Alagna, Magdalena
101792
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
14194
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and
leadership skills of Egyptian president
Anwar Sadat, who won a Nobel Peace
Prize for his role in the peace process
after the 1973 war with Israel.
Apache Warriors
Netzley, Patricia D.
64845
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5165
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes life as an Apache,
growing up with Apache values, rituals
to become a warrior, and the obligations
and rules of conduct in war.
Archie, Peyton, and Eli Manning:
Football's Royal Family
Nagle, Jeanne
135196
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
6338
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the lives of the
Manning family, who have achieved
great levels of athleticism and fame in
football.
Aretha Franklin
Rivera, Ursula
62574
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
9516
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores the life of the artist
who has won more Grammy Awards
than any other female singer and who,
along with her success in soul and
gospel music, has been inducted into
the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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Author
Aretha Franklin: Motown Superstar Sheafer, Silvia Anne
Aristotle: Philosopher, Teacher,
and Scientist
Cooper, Sharon Katz
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Sexton, Colleen A.
Arnold Schwarzenegger: From
Superstar to Governor
Lee, Sally
Arnold Schwarzenegger: Man of
Action
Bial, Daniel
Arthur Ashe: Tennis Great and Civil McDougall, Chrös
Rights Leader
Word
Number Lang IL
16002 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
16498 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book explores the life and career of
the soul and gospel singer, from her
musical upbringing in Detroit to her
struggles with personal heartache and
racial prejudice and her success in the
music industry.
108150
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
11199
N
N
-
-
-
This biography relates the life of
Aristotle, the brilliant Greek philosopher
and scientist.
80547
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
16576
N
N
-
-
-
This book introduces the life of Arnold
Schwarzenegger, from growing up in
Austria to his fame, fortune, and political
career in America.
107602
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
18954
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of Arnold
Schwarzenegger, discussing his
childhood in Austria, his careers as a
bodybuilder and action star in
Hollywood, and his move into politics,
which led to his being elected governor
of California in 2003.
1745
EN
UG
7.0
2.0
NF
10610
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the Austrain-born
bodybuilder who has become a
Hollywood star.
142913
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
14031
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life of
tennis player Arthur Ashe, with
information on his childhood, schooling,
love of the sport, career achievements,
and involvement in the civil rights
movement.
Ashlee Simpson
Norwich, Grace
86796
EN
MG
7.0
4.0
NF
20753
N
N
-
-
-
This book details the life of Ashlee
Simpson from her early childhood in
Texas to becoming an accomplished
ballet dancer. With the help of her
famous sister, Jessica Simpson, Ashlee
is also pursuing a singing career.
Ashton Kutcher
Dougherty, Terri
111374
EN
UG
7.9
3.0
NF
17076
N
N
-
-
-
This book offers a brief overview of the
life of Ashton Kutcher, discussing his
family life and careers as a model, actor,
and producer.
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Word
Title
The Assassination of James A.
Garfield
Author
Kingsbury, Robert
Number Lang IL
67471 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 1.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
The Assassination of Malcolm X
Draper, Allison Stark
67473
EN
UG
7.2
1.0
NF
7480
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and death of
Malcolm X.
The Assassination of Medgar
Evers
Ribeiro, Myra
67475
EN
UG
7.3
1.0
NF
6302
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the events
surrounding the assassination of civil
rights leader Medgar Evers in 1963.
The Assassination of Robert F.
Kennedy
Ching, Juliet
67476
EN
UG
7.8
1.0
NF
6069
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the assassinations
of Robert F. Kennedy, the investigation
of the murder, and the arrest and trial of
the man accused of the crime.
The Assassination of William
McKinley
Wilson, Antoine
67477
EN
UG
7.7
1.0
NF
8315
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the assassination
of the twenty-fifth president, showing the
political situation at the time, as well as
McKinley's legacy.
At Her Majesty's Request
Myers, Walter Dean
30837
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
18504
N
N
-
-
N
This is a biography of the African
princess saved from execution and
taken to England, where Queen Victoria
oversaw her upbringing and where she
lived for a time before marrying an
African missionary.
At the Plate with...Ichiro
Stout, Glenn
68610
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
17091
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the Seattle
Mariners hitting and fielding star who
won the MVP and Rookie of the Year
Award in 2001 and became the first
successful Japanese player in the Major
Leagues. This series created by Matt
Christopher.
Athletes (Dynamic Modern
Women)
Lindop, Laurie
17361
EN
MG
7.4
5.0
NF
31027
N
N
-
-
-
Highlights the lives and athletic
accomplishments of ten women.
The Atlanta Braves
Grabowski, John F.
73587
EN
UG
7.5
4.0
NF
22366
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the history,
formation, development, and popularity
of the Atlanta Braves baseball team,
including a look at individual players
who have had an impact on the success
of the team.
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6673 N
N
VP
Description
- This book examines one of America's
lesser-known presidents, his
assassination, and the life of Charles
Guiteau, who killed him.
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Title
Atomic Farmgirl: The Betrayal of
Chief Qualchan, the Appaloosa,
and Me
Author
Hein, Teri
Augustus: The First Emperor
Forsyth, Fiona
Word
Number Lang IL
71651 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 14.0 NF
Count Book RP
80356 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- In this memoir, the author recalls her
youth growing up in the Palouse Hills in
the eastern part of Washington State in
the 1950s.
62612
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
12004
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the rule of
Augustus Caesar, including his rise to
power, politics, and final days.
Aung San Sau Kyi: Fearless Voice Stewart, Whitney
of Burma
26048
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
17776
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the Burmese leader who
won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1991
while under house arrest.
Aung San Suu Kyi
Thomas, William
81248
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
9360
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of Aung San
Suu Kyi, a courageous and inspiring
woman who has stood up to the military
dictatorship of Myanmar, once called
Burma.
Autobiography of a Face
Grealy, Lucy
25905
EN
UG
7.4 11.0
NF
63155
N
N
-
-
-
Lucy Grealy describes what it is like to
be a child and a young adult torn
between wanting to be perfect and
being loved for who we are.
The Autobiography of Alice B.
Toklas
Stein, Gertrude
78262
EN
UG
7.0 16.0
NF
92376
N
N
-
-
-
Writing in the voice of her long-time
companion, Gertrude Stein composed
an "autobiography" that conveys the
cultural excitement of Paris in the early
20th century, giving insights into such
figures as Picasso, Matisse, and
Hemmingway.
The Autobiography of Malcolm X
X, Malcolm
7103
EN
UG
7.5 32.0
NF
184443
N
N
-
-
N
This book present the story of a national
leader who rose to prominence as a
Negro force in shaping the destiny of
this country. The coauthor is Alex Haley.
Avi
Sommers, Michael A.
83909
EN
MG
7.6
NF
12775
N
N
-
-
-
The life and work of author Avi is
discussed, including his writing process
and methods, inspirations, a critical
discussion of his books, biographical
timeline, and awards.
2.0
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Title
B. Franklin, Printer
Author
Adler, David A.
Babe Didrikson Zaharias:
Lobby, Mackenzie
Groundbreaking All-Around Athlete
Word
Number Lang IL
54931 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
22317 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This lively and richly detailed biography
of Benjamin Franklin captures his spirit,
wit, and genius.
142914
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
13659
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life of
Olympic athlete Babe Didrikson
Zaharias, with information on her
childhood, schooling, love of sports,
career achievements, and influence on
society's acceptance of women's sports.
34730
EN
MG
7.4
5.0
NF
30848
N
N
-
-
N
This book is a biography of Babe
Didrikson, who broke records in golf,
track and field, and other sports, at a
time when there were few opportunities
for female athletes.
Babe Didrikson Zaharias: The
Making of a Champion
Freedman, Russell
Babe Ruth: Legendary Slugger
Fischer, David
143514
EN
MG
7.1
4.0
NF
24977
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and
accomplishments of baseball legend
Babe Ruth, who led the New York
Yankees to seven World Series
championships and became one of the
first five players inducted into the
Baseball Hall of Fame.
Barack Obama
Krensky, Stephen
138014
EN
MG
7.9
4.0
NF
21361
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents biographical
information about President Barack
Obama, covering his upbringing and
early life in Hawaii and Indonesia, efforts
in Chicago as a community organizer,
and first several months in the Oval
Office.
Barack Obama
Nardo, Don
131254
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
6882
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of Barack
Obama, the first African American to be
elected president, and includes his
inaugural address and a summary of his
first 100 days in office.
Barack Obama: President for
Change
Hicks, Peter
142885
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
4244
N
N
-
-
-
This book looks at the life of Barack
Obama from childhood through his
election as president of the United
States.
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Title
Barack Obama: "We Are One
People"
Author
Number Lang IL
Schuman, Michael A. 121079 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
18578 N
N
Barbara McClintock: Nobel Prize
Geneticist
Fine, Edith Hope
Barbara Pierce Bush
Greenberg, Judith E.
Barnes & Noble: Groundbreaking
Entrepreneurs
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography profiles the life of Barack
Obama, U.S. senator from Illinois, and
his work as a community organizer,
lawyer, and politician.
21100
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
18336
N
N
-
-
-
Presents the life and career of the
geneticist who spent many years
studying the cells of maize and in 1983
was awarded the nobel prize.
1504
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
9445
N
N
-
-
-
The author presents a biography of the
down-to-earth wife of the forty-first
president of the United States,
describing her childhood, marriage,
family life, political activities, and
volunteer work for such causes as
literacy and AIDS.
Morgan, Kayla
133905
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
14076
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents an overview of
the lives of both Charles Barnes and G.
Clifford Noble, along with a history of the
Barnes and Noble company they began.
Basher Five-Two: The True Story
of F-16 Fighter Pilot Captain Scott
O'Grady
O'Grady, Scott
25883
EN
MG
7.0
5.0
NF
31956
N
N
-
-
N
U.S. Air Force pilot Scott O'Grady tells
how he evaded capture and stayed alive
with little water and no food in enemy
territory after the F-16 he was flying on a
peace-keeping mission in Bosnia was
shot down. Coauthor is Michael French.
Basketball Greats
Mattern, Joanne
66686
EN
UG
7.2
4.0
NF
21584
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents biographies of six
history-making basketball players:
George Mikan, Wilt Chamberlain,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson,
John Stockton, and Michael Jordan.
Bat Boy: My True Life Adventures
Coming of Age with the New York
Yankees
McGough, Matthew
88266
EN
UG
7.0 14.0
NF
81334
N
N
-
-
-
Matthew McGough was a fairly typical
teenager, obsessed with getting through
high school, girls, and baseball. In the
fall of 1991, he wrote a letter asking for
a position as a bat boy with the New
York Yankees. Miraculously he did get
the job.
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The Beastie Boys
Author
Forget, Thomas
The Beatles
Wentzel, Jim
The Beatles
Gallagher, Jim
Beatrix Potter: Artist, Storyteller
and Countrywoman
Taylor, Judy
Word
Number Lang IL
104690 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
6026 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- The Beastie Boys have been part of hiphop since its very beginning in New
York City and have done as much as
anyone else in the industry to bring the
sounds they love out to the rest of the
country.
57273
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
11626
N
N
-
-
-
This book offers a brief introduction to
the lives and careers of the four
members of the Beatles, providing
information on the musical successes
and the impact they had on American
culture.
118538
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
9238
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the history of the
Beatles, discussing the band's early
years, most popular recordings,
influence on other musicians, and the
personal tensions that led to the band's
demise.
16802
EN
UG
7.8
9.0
NF
52306
N
N
-
-
-
Examines the life of the woman author
and illustrater who created The Tale of
Peter Rabbit, Beatrix Potter.
Becoming American: Young
Zall, P.M.
People in the American Revolution
61219
EN
UG
7.8
9.0
NF
50430
N
N
-
-
-
This book includes letters, diaries, and
journals of over twenty young people
from all walks of life, reflecting their
experiences in the pivotal period in
American history, the American
Revolution.
Belle of the West: The True Story
of Belle Starr
Rau, Margaret
47534
EN
UG
7.6
5.0
NF
30789
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
notorious female outlaw, Belle Starr.
Ben Affleck
Wellman, Sam
2444
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9616
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the film actor
who, with his longtime friend Matt
Damon, received the 1998 Academy
Award for Best Original Screenplay.
Ben Roethlisberger
Heits, Rudolph T.
141628
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
12584
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL quarterback
Ben Roethlisberger.
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Author
Number Lang IL
Benedict Arnold: Patriot or Traitor? Gaines, Ann Graham
49969 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 3.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Benito Mussolini
Downing, David
50474
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
9733
N
N
-
-
-
This book gives an in-depth account of
Mussolini's shift from Socialism to
Fascism, his unrelenting rise to power,
and the effect of his leadership on the
course of world history.
Benito Mussolini
Roberts, Jeremy
101350
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
17538
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Benito
Mussolini, who founded the Fascist
Party and was dictator of Italy from 1922
to 1943.
Benito Mussolini: Fascist Italian
Dictator
Haugen, Brenda
112523
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
12471
N
N
-
-
-
Benito Mussolini was the dictator of Italy
during World War II. Changing his
viewpoints when it would benefit him the
most, he used aggressive speech and
violence that earned him the fear of both
enemies and allies.
Benjamin Banneker: American
Scientific Pioneer
Weatherly, Myra
104881
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
12652
N
N
-
-
-
This biography studies the life of
Benjamin Banneker, whose work as an
astronomer and a mathematician made
him one of the best known African
Americans in early history.
Benjamin Franklin
Boekhoff, P.M.
63706
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
5022
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life of Benjamin
Franklin from his childhood until his
death including his accomplishments as
a printer, scientist, statesman, and
diplomat. The coauthor is Stuart A.
Kallen.
Benjamin Franklin
Owens, L.L.
118232
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
13644
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
Benjamin Franklin, a successful printer,
popular writer, famous patriot and
Founding Father, and a respected
scientist.
Benjamin Franklin: Revolutionary
Inventor
Higgins, Maria
Mihalik
144041
EN
MG
7.0
4.0
NF
23227
N
N
-
-
-
This brief biography of inventor,
statesman, and founding father
Benjamin Franklin profiles his life and
works.
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N
VP
Description
- This book examines both the positive
and negative aspects of this
controversial soldier's life.
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Title
Benjamin Franklin: Scientist and
Statesman
Author
Haugen, Brenda
Number Lang IL
85236 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 2.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Benjamin Harrison
Young, Jeff C.
69753
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
6042
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the twenty-third
president of the United States, focusing
on his political career and personal life.
Benjamin Harrison: Twenty-Third
President of the United States
Clinton, Susan
873
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
12749
N
N
-
-
-
Examines the military and political
career of the only grandson of a
President to become President himself.
Bessie Coleman: First Black
Woman Pilot
Plantz, Connie
52798
EN
UG
7.4
3.0
NF
17182
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Bessie
Coleman who became the first black
woman in the world to obtain a pilot's
license.
The Best Cat Ever
Amory, Cleveland
69434
EN
UG
7.4 14.0
NF
77769
N
N
-
-
-
In the third book of the Polar Bear
trilogy, the author reflects on his life and
on the many ways in which it was
enriched by fifteen years of his feline
friend's companionship.
The Best of the Best in Basketball
Rutledge, Rachel
28926
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
10333
N
N
-
-
-
The author discusses the past and
future of women's basketball and
presents biographies of eight of the
sport's most famous players: Cynthia
Cooper, Teresa Edwards, Lisa Leslie,
Rebecca Lobo, Nikki McCray, Dawn
Staley, Kate Starbird, and Sheryl
Swoopes.
The Best of the Best in Figure
Skating
Rutledge, Rachel
28927
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
11443
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the past and future
of women's figure skating. It also
presents biographies of eight famous
skaters: Oksana Baiul, Surya Bonaly,
Nancy Kerrigan, Michelle Kwan, Tara
Lipinski, Chen Lu, Katarina Witt, and
Kristi Yamaguchi.
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12193 N
N
VP
Description
- Known throughout Europe as an
inventive genius, Benjamin Franklin
played many roles during his life; printer,
publisher, postman, scientist, and
ambassador. But he may be best known
for his pivotal role as a founder of a new
nation.
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The Best of the Best in Gymnastics Rutledge, Rachel
Word
Number Lang IL
28928 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
10514 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book discusses women's
gymnastics and presents biographies of
eight of the sport's most famous players:
Simona Amanar, Vanessa Atler,
Dominique Dawes, Ling Jie, Svetlana
Khorkina, Kris Maloney, Shannon Miller,
and Dominique Moceanu.
The Best of the Best in Soccer
Rutledge, Rachel
28929
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9867
N
N
-
-
-
The author discusses the past and
future of women's soccer and presents
biographies of eight of the sport's most
famous players: Michelle Akers, Joy
Fawcett, Julie Foudy, Mia Hamm,
Kristine Lilly, Shannon MacMillan, Carla
Overbeck, and Brianna Scurry.
The Best of the Best in Tennis
Rutledge, Rachel
28930
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
11604
N
N
-
-
-
The author discusses the past and
future of women's tennis and presents
biographies of eight famous players:
Lindsay Davenport, Steffi Graf, Martina
Hingis, Anna Kournikova, Mary Pierce,
Aranxta Sanchez Vicario, Monica Seles,
and Venus Williams.
The Best of the Best in Track &
Field
Rutledge, Rachel
28931
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
11267
N
N
-
-
-
The author discusses the past and
future of women's track and field and
presents biographies of eight notable
competitors, including Sally Barsosio,
Cathy Freeman, and Angela Williams.
Betsy Ross: The American Flag
and Life in a Young America
Randolph, Ryan P.
56209
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
10689
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of Betsy
Ross and how she made the first
American flag.
67253
EN
UG
7.1
5.0
NF
27267
N
N
-
-
-
Professional skateboarder Tony Hawk
chronicles the experiences he had while
on the road, traveling between
competitions and demonstrations.
111827
EN
UG
7.9
3.0
NF
18379
N
N
-
-
-
This brief biography presents the life of
singer and actress Beyoncé Knowles
and profiles her career and success in
the entertainment industry.
Between Boardslides and Burnout: Hawk, Tony
My Notes from the Road
Beyoncé
Dougherty, Terri
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Title
Beyoncé
Author
Waters, Rosa
Number Lang IL
111713 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 1.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Beyoncé
Dylan, Penelope
109835
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
5422
N
N
-
-
-
This brief biography of Beyoncé
Knowles focuses on her careers as a
singer, an actress, and a
businesswoman.
Beyond the Dance: A Ballerina's
Life
Goh, Chan Hon
65148
EN
MG
7.5
6.0
NF
33693
N
N
-
-
-
Born in Beijing to dancer parents, Chan
Hon Goh tells the story of their flight to
Canada from an oppressive regime that
thwarted her father's career, her
rigorous training, and her battle to
achieve acceptance. The coauthor is
Cary Fagan.
Big World: A Girl's Own Adventure Brownsworth, Claire
107316
EN
UG
7.1 14.0
NF
81812
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the adventures of
Claire Brownsworth, from those in her
own yard as a toddler to the fateful one
on the South Island of New Zealand that
cemented her relationship with Adam,
her climbing in various areas, and life
itself.
Bill and Melinda Gates
Rau, Dana Meachen
117848
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
6446
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents the lives of Bill
and Melinda Gates, who are using their
creativity, passion, and desire to give
back to the community to improve
education and health care around the
world.
Bill Bradley
Buckley Jr., James
57262
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
12480
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the life of William
Bradley, a Princeton University Rhodes
Scholar and NBA All-Star who was a
successful basketball player for the New
York Knicks before becoming a United
States Senator.
Bill Clinton
O'Shei, Tim
72389
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
5930
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the forty-second
president of the United States, who was
only the second president to be
impeached.
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N
VP
Description
- This brief profile of hip-hop artist
Beyoncé chronicles her childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and
success in the entertainment industry.
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Title
Bill Cosby
Author
Herbert, Solomon J.
Number Lang IL
8304 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
16253 N
N
Bill Cosby: Actor and Comedian
Schuman, Michael A.
14715
EN
Bill Gates
Connolly, Sean
48597
Bill Gates
Lee, Lauren
Bill Gates
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
18754
N
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
8303
62457
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
Strother, Ruth
118233
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
Bill Gates: Computer Mogul and
Philanthropist
Schuman, Michael A.
115433
EN
MG
7.5
Bill Gates: Computer Programmer
and Entrepreneur
Raatma, Lucia
43637
EN
MG
Bill Russell
Hayhurst, Chris
57263
EN
Bill W. a Different Kind of Hero:
The Story of Alcoholics
Anonymous
White, Tom
80964
EN
N
-
-
-
Describes the life of Bill Cosby, from his
childhood in Philadelphia through his
successful career as a comedian.
N
N
-
-
-
This book is the biography of the math
whiz kid who grew up to co-found
Microsoft, the world's leading computer
software firm.
8272
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the man whose
vision of the computer industry changed
the way people live and work, and who
now plans to improve the world with the
billions he has earned from Microsoft.
NF
14382
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
achievements of Bill Gates, discussing
his childhood, education, family, and
influence on the computer industry.
3.0
NF
18512
N
N
-
-
-
Bill Gates, co-founder and chairman of
Microsoft, is perhaps the most famous
name in the personal computer
revolution, which has helped make him
become one of the wealthiest men in the
world.
7.7
2.0
NF
9778
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the software
developer and computer entrepreneur
who founded Microsoft and helped
make personal computers a reality.
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
11664
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the Boston
Celtics basketball player who became
the first African American inducted into
the Basketball Hall of Fame.
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
11666
N
N
-
-
-
This book is the story of Bill Wilson, one
of the founders of Alcoholics
Anonymous.
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business career of Bill Cosby. The
coauthor is George H. Hill.
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Billie Holiday
Author
Alagna, Magdalena
Billie Jean King: Tennis Star and
Social Activist
Gitlin, Marty
Billie Jean King: Tennis Trailblazer Lannin, Joanne
Word
Number Lang IL
62575 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
10856 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book explores the life and career of
female singer Billie Holiday, who has
been inducted into the Rock and Roll
Hall of Fame.
142915
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
14003
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles tennis star
Billie Jean King's childhood, rise to
fame, career highlights, battles along
the way, and humanitarian contributions.
4412
EN
MG
7.6
4.0
NF
19929
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of one of the first
women to play tennis profession tennis.
49971
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
18247
N
N
-
-
-
This lively, engaging biography takes
readers behind the public figure to meet
the mischief-making teen with a
fondness for baseball, dating, and fast
cars and the fiery, Bible-thumping young
evangelist traveling from city to city.
Billy Graham: World-Famous
Evangelist
Wooten, Sara
McIntosh
Billy Joel
Schlesinger, Ethan
118533
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9428
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the career of
singer-song writer Billy Joel, the Long
Island native who became an
international star.
Billy the Kid
Harmon, Daniel E.
55869
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
7594
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and exploits
of Billy the Kid, an infamous bandit of
the Old West.
Billy the Kid: Outlaw of the Wild
West
Bruns, Roger A.
36078
EN
UG
7.4
3.0
NF
15356
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and illegal
exploits of Billy the Kid, an infamous
bandit of the Old West.
Bitter Harvest: A Woman's Fury, a
Mother's Sacrifice
Rule, Ann
119781
EN
UG
7.8 26.0
NF
144194
N
N
-
-
-
This book relates how Debora Green, a
physician and mother of three, was
convicted of poisoning her husband,
Michael Farrar, and setting the fire that
killed two of their children in 1995.
The Black Eyed Peas
Sanna, E.J.
119786
EN
MG
7.5
NF
8464
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical
careers of the hip-hop artists who
belong to the group the Black Eyed
Peas.
1.0
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Title
Black Heroes of the American
Revolution
Author
Davis, Burke
Number Lang IL
53559 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
12672 N
N
Black Texans: They Overcame
Barnes, Marian
10955
EN
The Blind Side: Evolution of a
Game
Lewis, Michael
114311
Bob Dylan
Horn, Geoffrey M.
Bob Dylan: The Life and Times of
an American Icon
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.7
6.0
NF
33874
N
EN
UG
7.2 19.0
NF
108886
62458
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
Schuman, Michael A.
71761
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
Bob Fosse
Cutcher, Jenai
89537
EN
MG
7.1
Bob Marley
Gilfoyle, Millie
2440
EN
MG
Bob Marley and the Wailers
Waters, Rosa
118534
EN
MG
N
-
-
-
Black Texans who made and make a
difference.
N
N
-
-
-
This book details the life of University of
Mississippi football player Michael Oher,
who was raised by a crack addicted
mother and adopted at the age of 16 by
a wealthy family. The book also
explores the rising importance of the
offensive left tackle.
9057
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles Bob Dylan, a
singer and songwriter for over forty
years, who is known for such songs as
"Blowin' in the Wind," "Just Like a
Woman," and "Things Have Changed,"
the Academy Award winning song from
the film "Wonder Boys."
NF
18871
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles Bob Dylan, a singer
and songwriter for over forty years.
1.0
NF
6294
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of Bob
Fosse, discussing his early years in
Illinois, his interest in dance and
determination to become a jazz dancer,
and his eventual success as a
choreographer.
7.6
2.0
NF
8673
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of a Reggae
musician, Bob Marley.
7.4
2.0
NF
8906
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the history of the
Jamaican reggae band Bob Marley and
the Wailers, discussing Bob Marley's
early life, the band's formation, its
successes and struggles,
Rastafarianism, and Bob's early death.
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Description
- This is an account of the black soldiers,
sailors, spies, scouts, guides, and
wagoners who participated and
sacrificed in the struggle for American
independence.
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Title
Bobbie Rosenfeld: The Olympian
Who Could Do Everything
Author
Dublin, Anne
Bonnie Blair: Speedskating
Champion
Italia, Bob
Bono: Rock Star Activist
Trachtenberg, Martha
P.
The Book of Rock Stars: 24
Musical Icons That Shine Through
History
Word
Number Lang IL
85473 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
23492 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book examines the life and
achievements of Bobbie Rosenfeld, a
Canadian athlete who excelled in a
number of sports, and who was part of
the first female team to participate in
track and field at the 1928 Olympics.
12507
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
3534
N
N
-
-
-
The only American woman ever to win
five Olympic gold medals in
speedskating.
121101
EN
MG
7.7
4.0
NF
21147
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of Bono,
lead singer and lyricist of the Irish rock
band U2, and chronicles his life, career,
and devotion to humanitarian work.
Krull, Kathleen
82812
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
8450
N
N
-
-
-
An illustrated collection of twenty minibiographies of such rock music legends
as Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Bruce
Springsteen, and Carlos Santana.
Booker T. Washington
Nicholson, Lois P.
29717
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
8565
N
N
-
-
-
This book covers the life of Booker T.
Washington from his early childhood as
a Virginia slave through his rise to
founder of the Tuskegee Institute.
Booker T. Washington: "Character
Is Power"
Schraff, Anne E.
107603
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
16936
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life and
achievements of Booker T. Washington,
his three years at the Hampton Institute,
and his founding of the Tuskegee
Institute in Alabama.
Booker T. Washington: Innovative
Educator
Thoennes Keller,
Kristin
107908
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
12586
N
N
-
-
-
This biography discusses the life of
Booker T. Washington and how he
established the Tuskegee Normal and
Industrial Institute in Alabama.
74979
EN
MG
7.9
7.0
NF
38958
N
N
-
-
N
Navy pilot Shane Osborn tells his life
story, describing the development of his
love of flying, and chronicling the
experiences he and his crew members
had after their plane was struck down by
a Chinese jet on April 1, 2001.
Born to Fly: The Heroic Story of
Osborn, Shane
Downed U.S. Navy Pilot Lt. Shane
Osborn
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Word
Title
Born to Write: The Remarkable
Lives of Six Famous Authors
Author
Cotter, Charis
Number Lang IL
134961 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 6.0 NF
Count Book RP
33056 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
The Boston Celtics
Grabowski, John F.
63842
EN
UG
7.7
4.0
NF
21926
N
Bound Feet & Western Dress
Chang, Pang-Mei
Natasha
25903
EN
UG
7.1 11.0
NF
66500
Bound for the North Star: True
Stories of Fugitive Slaves
Fradin, Dennis
Brindell
45700
EN
UG
7.3
8.0
NF
Brad Pitt
Dempsey, Amy
30977
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
Bram Stoker: Author of Dracula
Whitelaw, Nancy
47536
EN
UG
7.5
A Brave Boy & a Good Soldier:
John C.C. Hill & the Texas
Expedition to Mier
Amberson, Mary
Margaret McAllen
115054
EN
MG
The Brave Escape of Edith
Wharton
Wooldridge, Connie
Nordhielm
138670
EN
Braving Home: Dispatches from
the Underwater Town, the LavaSide Inn, and Other Extreme
Locales
Halpern, Jake
76661
Brett Favre
Lourdes-Pitt, H.H.
141629
N
-
-
-
This book looks at the lives and careers
of people who played a significant role
in the team's history.
N
N
-
-
-
The memoirs that relate the stories of
Chang Yu-i's life and her struggles to
reconcile Chinese tradition and modern
Western society.
47282
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the true stories of twelve
fugitive slaves who made daring
escapes to freedom.
NF
8186
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the life and career of
the young Oscar-nominated movie
actor.
3.0
NF
15083
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the theatrical
manager and prolific author who, among
other achievements, completed the
novel DRACULA in 1897.
7.6
3.0
NF
16140
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles John Christopher
Columbus Hill's 1842 expedition to Mier,
Tamaulipas, Mexico, where he was
captured and subsequently adopted by
President Antonio López de Santa
Anna.
MG+
7.5
7.0
NF
37502
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the personal life,
correspondence, and other details of the
life and work of American writer Edith
Wharton.
EN
UG
7.5 13.0
NF
72774
N
N
-
-
-
This book introduces the reader to five
unforgettable modern American
pioneers and their fierce devotion to
their homes and hometowns.
EN
MG
7.1
NF
12260
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL quarterback
Brett Favre.
2.0
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Description
- The life stories of six authors are told,
giving readers insight into the childhood
experiences that shaped their work.
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Title
Brett Favre: Star Quarterback
Author
Rekela, George
Number Lang IL
36053 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
16587 N
N
Brian Urlacher
Uschan, Michael V.
126761
EN
Brian Westbrook
Robson, David
126762
Bridget "Biddy" Mason: From Slave Williams, Jean
to Businesswoman
Kinney
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
10751
N
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
11237
100265
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of the star
quarterback, from his childhood in smalltown Mississippi, through his college
days, to his professional career with the
Atlanta Falcons and Super Bowl
champion of the Green Bay Packers.
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL linebacker
Brian Urlacher.
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL running back
Brian Westbrook.
12192
N
N
-
-
-
After winning her freedom in a California
court, former slave Bridget "Biddy"
Mason worked as a nurse and bought a
house that she used to help people in
need. She lived her life with an "open
hand," a hand that both received and
shared blessings.
Britney Spears
Hurst, Heidi
69862
EN
UG
7.6
4.0
NF
23781
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the popular
singer, Britney Spears, from her
childhood and family life through her
success as a singer, the controversies
she has faced, and her foray into acting.
The Brontë Family: Passionate
Literary Geniuses
Kenyon, Karen Smith
67182
EN
MG
7.8
4.0
NF
21301
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a joint biography of
Charlotte, Emily, Branwell, and Anne
Brontë, exploring how the siblings
sparked creativity in each other and how
their lives were woven into their novels.
Bruce Lee
Pawlak, Debra Ann
130260
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
10563
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles Bruce Lee, one
of the twentieth century's most famous
martial arts masters and well-known
actors.
Bruce Lee: The Celebrated Life of
the Golden Dragon
Lee, Bruce
67345
EN
UG
7.6
2.0
NF
9263
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the life and career of
actor and martial artist Bruce Lee. The
coauthor is John Little.
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Word
Title
Bruce Springsteen
Author
Derkins, Susie
Number Lang IL
57265 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 2.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Bruce Springsteen
Simons, Rae
118535
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
9225
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the career of rock
singer Bruce Springsteen, discussing
his early life and music, his ongoing
success, and his involvement in political
issues.
Buffalo Bill
Goodman, Michael E.
100437
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
6012
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and times of
the frontiersman whose many careers
included Pony Express rider, Indian
fighter, scout, and star of his own Wild
West Show.
Buffalo Bill Cody
Shields, Charles J.
55870
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
7872
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and times of
the frontiersman whose many careers
included Pony Express rider, Indian
fighter, scout, and star of his own Wild
West Show.
Burnt Bread and Chutney...A
Memoir of an Indian Jewish Girl
Delman, Carmit
69199
EN
UG
7.3 14.0
NF
80007
N
N
-
-
-
The author, daughter of a Jewish Indian
mother and a Jewish American father of
Eastern European descent, describes
what it was like to grow up in contrasting
cultures--Midwestern America and an
Israeli kibbutz--with a complex racial
heritage.
Business & Industry
Lutz, Norma Jean
4725
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
10709
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the lives and
business careers of six women: Madam
C.J. Walker, Katharine Graham, Mary
Kay Ash, Martha Stewart, Ophra
Winfrey, and Sherry Lansing.
Business Leaders: Ralph Lauren
Weatherly, Myra
129475
EN
UG
7.6
3.0
NF
16120
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
achievements of Ralph Lauren,
discussing his childhood, passion for
fashion, founding of his clothing
business, and family.
AR BookGuide™
Count Book RP
10642 N
N
VP
Description
- This book is about the life and
achievements in music of Bruce
Springsteen.
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Title
Business Leaders: The Faces
Behind Beauty
Author
Langley, Wanda
Busta Rhymes
Hamilton, Toby G.
Word
Number Lang IL
129472 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
24316 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This introduction to female
entrepreneurs, such as Estee Lauder,
Martha Matilda Harper, Elizabeth Arden,
and Helena Rubinstein, profiles their
work in the American cosmetics
industry,.
119787
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
8898
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist Busta Rhymes.
Bylines: A Photobiography of Nellie Macy, Sue
Bly
131298
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
10182
N
N
-
-
-
This photobiography tells the story of
Nellie Bly, a pioneering American
journalist who tackled the controversial
issues of her day and became a voice
for women living quietly.
C.S. Lewis: The Man Behind
Narnia
Gormley, Beatrice
101949
EN
MG
7.8
6.0
NF
35922
N
N
-
-
-
This biography, originally published in
1998 as C.S. LEWIS: CHRISTIAN &
STORYTELLER, has been completely
reformatted and now includes more than
50 photographs. It tells the story of C.S.
Lewis's life and work, from his boyhood
to adult years.
Caesar Rodney's Ride: The Story
of an American Patriot
Cheripko, Jan
79909
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
4027
N
N
-
-
-
This book reveals the story of Caesar
Rodney who battled bad weather and
physical handicaps to embark on a
journey that would change the course of
history.
Calamity Jane
Gilbert, Sara
100438
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
5692
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of Calamity
Jane, who was an Army scout, a nurse,
a cook, a prospector, and a gambler.
She became known as one of the
wildest women in the Old West.
Calvin Coolidge: America's 30th
President
Stein, R. Conrad
87425
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
12359
N
N
-
-
-
This biography describes the life,
education, and political career of United
States President Calvin Coolidge, who
earned the nickname "Silent Cal" from
being a quiet person in his early days.
879
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
11665
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the early life,
education, and political career of the
President who earned the nickname
"Silent Cal."
Calvin Coolidge: Thirtieth President Kent, Zachary
of the United States
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Title
Calvin Hill and Grant Hill: One
Family's Legacy in Football and
Basketball
Author
Porterfield, Jason
Number Lang IL
135197 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 1.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Campaigners
Thomas, Paul
61202
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
8927
N
N
-
-
-
This book contains ten stories of people
who campaigned for change and made
an impact on the history of the world.
Captain James Cook
Broderick, Enid
72709
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
8519
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
eighteenth-century British explorer and
navigator who is famous for his three
great voyages of exploration in the
South Pacific Ocean, as well as for his
attempt to find a Northwest passage
across North America.
Carrie Chapman Catt: A Voice for
Women
Thoennes Keller,
Kristin
100266
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
12261
N
N
-
-
-
A natural leader, Carrie Chapman Catt
restructured and organized the suffrage
movement to help pass the 19th
Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Her tireless work for women's rights
enabled women in every state to vote in
the 1920 presidential election.
Carrie Underwood
Marcovitz, Hal
133730
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
9985
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of Carrie
Underwood, discussing the people who
inspired her to pursue a singing career,
her small-town roots, her numerous
country music awards, and the role that
television show AMERICAN IDOL
played in her success.
Carrie Underwood
La Bella, Laura
120651
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
5514
N
N
-
-
-
This book focuses on Carrie
Underwood's journey on AMERICAN
IDOL, from her audition to the
competition in Hollywood, and the path
her career has taken since the final
results.
AR BookGuide™
Count Book RP
6331 N
N
VP
Description
- This biography profiles the lives of the
Hill family, who have achieved great
levels of athleticism and fame in football
and basketball.
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Title
Author
Carter G. Woodson: The Man Who Haskins, James
Put "Black" in American History
Word
Number Lang IL
35941 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
7162 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of the son of
former slaves who received a Ph. D. in
history from Harvard and devoted his life
to bringing the achievements of his race
to the world's attention. The coauthor is
Kathleen Benson.
The Cat and the Curmudgeon
Amory, Cleveland
69435
EN
UG
7.1 16.0
NF
95209
N
N
-
-
-
In the second book of the Polar Bear
trilogy, the author continues to share the
stories of his adventures as a confirmed
curmudgeon whose life was changed by
the intrusion of a white feline he named
Polar Bear.
The Cat Who Came for Christmas
Amory, Cleveland
69436
EN
UG
7.3 13.0
NF
72382
N
N
-
-
-
In the first book of the Polar Bear trilogy,
this is the story of a bedraggled white
feline who came for Christmas and took
over the heart of Cleveland Amory.
The Cat Who'll Live Forever
Gethers, Peter
76259
EN
UG
7.0 13.0
NF
74750
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the final
adventures Norton, the cat, had while
traveling with his human companion,
Peter Gethers.
Catch Me If You Can: The True
Story of a Real Fake
Abagnale, Frank W.
69907
EN
UG
7.2 14.0
NF
81052
N
N
-
-
-
Former con man Frank Abagnale, an
authority on financial foul play, tells
stories of the adventures he had while
living the high life as a criminal. The
coauthor is Stan Redding.
Catharine Parr Traill: Backwoods
Pioneer
Martin, Carol
88591
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
15251
N
N
-
-
-
This is the remarkable story of
Catharine Parr Traill and her struggle
after struggle to create a new home in
the middle of the wilderness, survive the
brutal Canadian winters, and raise nine
children while pursuing a writing career.
Catherine de Medici: The Power
Behind the French Throne
Somervill, Barbara A.
103907
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
12529
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of
Catherine de Medici, wife of Henry II,
discussing her childhood, her marriage
to the son of the French king, and the
efforts she made to end the conflict
between Catholics and the Protestant
Huguenots.
Celine Dion
Mattern, Joanne
64755
EN
UG
7.8
4.0
NF
21134
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the life of Celine Dion.
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Quiz
Word
Title
Celine Dion
Author
Hill, Anne E.
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
9784 N
N
A Cellarful of Noise: The
Autobiography of the Man Who
Made the Beatles
Epstein, Brian
21640
EN
UG
7.9
6.0
NF
34952
N
The Centers
Bliss, Jonathan
13301
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
7708
César Chavez: Farm Worker
Activist
Holmes, Burnham
12642
EN
MG
7.2
5.0
NF
Cesar Chavez: Leader for Migrant Gonzales, Doreen
Farm Workers
16005
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
César Chávez
Brown, Jonatha A.
89878
EN
MG
7.7
Cesar Chavez: A Photographic
Essay
Stavans, Ilan
139150
EN
MG+
Champions: Stories of Ten
Remarkable Athletes
Littlefield, Bill
8456
EN
64891
EN
Charlemagne and the Early Middle Greenblatt, Miriam
Ages
Number Lang IL
78581 EN MG
RV
-
LS
-
N
-
-
-
An autobiography of the man who made
the Beatles.
N
N
-
-
-
Biographies of the great centers of
hockey.
27812
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the Mexican-American
labor activist who helped organize the
migrant farm workers and establish a
union to fight for their rights.
NF
19630
N
N
-
-
N
This book examines the life of the
Mexican-American labor organizer who
demanded rights for migrant farm
workers.
2.0
NF
9706
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life and
accomplishments of Mexican American
labor leader César Chávez, who
founded the United Farm Workers union
to promote better wages and working
conditions for migrants and other farm
workers.
7.5
1.0
NF
5923
N
N
-
-
-
This book, supported by more than forty
photographs from archival collections at
the Cesar E. Chavez Foundation,
shares Chavez's struggles as a labor
organizer and civil rights activist for farm
workers.
UG
7.3
5.0
NF
31389
N
N
-
-
N
This book profiles ten famous male and
female athletes.
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
12549
N
N
-
-
-
This book provides an overview of the
lives of Charlemagne and his subjects in
the Frankish empire of the late eighth
and early ninth centuries.
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Description
- This book reviews the life and work of
pop singer Celine Dion, from her
childhood in a large family living near
Montreal, Canada, to superstardom, and
how she integrates that with her
personal life and dreams.
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Title
Charles and Emma: The Darwins'
Leap of Faith
Author
Heiligman, Deborah
Charles Barkley
Fedorko, Jamie
Charles Darwin
Charles Dickens
Word
Number Lang IL
127228 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 11.0 NF
Count Book RP
65340 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book chronicles the lives of British
scientist Charles Darwin and his wife,
Emma, discussing their personal life,
relationship with their children, Darwin's
early scientific research, and the
development of his theory of evolution.
130261
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
7239
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life,
career, and personal accomplishments
of NBA star Charles Barkley.
Senker, Cath
64611
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5367
N
N
-
-
-
This book provides a brief introduction
to the life and work of scientist Charles
Darwin and his theory of evolution.
Champion, Neil
54424
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
12839
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life of Charles
Dickens, from his poor childhood to his
success as a writer who described the
people, places, and events of his age in
a thoughtful and entertaining way.
Charles Lindbergh and the Spirit of Kent, Zachary
St. Louis in American History
60736
EN
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
17547
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
American aviator, with an emphasis on
the preparation for and details of his
solo nonstop flight from New York to
Paris in the Spirit of Saint Louis in 1927.
Charles Lindbergh: American Hero Meachum, Virginia
of Flight
61125
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
19149
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life and
historical achievements of Charles
Lindbergh, the first aviator to cross the
Atlantic Ocean alone, and discusses the
kidnapping of his child and his feelings
on racial purity and Nazism.
Charles P. Lazarus: The Titan of
Toys "R" Us
Koopman, Anne
14158
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
9599
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of a World War II veteran
who began a baby furniture business
which blossomed into a major toy
retailer.
Charlie Chaplin: Genius of the
Silent Screen
Turk, Ruth
4413
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
16704
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of the
legendary film star, from his
impoverished childhood in England
through his years of success in motion
pictures in the United States to his exile
in 1952.
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Author
Charlie Sheen, Emilio Estevez and Press, Skip
Martin Sheen
Chasing Lincoln's Killer
Swanson, James L.
Chester A. Arthur
Word
Number Lang IL
15310 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
5682 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- A joint biography of movie star Martin
Sheen and his popular sons Charlie
Sheen and Emilio Estavez.
128375
EN
MG+
7.5
6.0
NF
36243
N
N
-
-
-
Based on James Swanson's bestselling
adult book MANHUNT: THE 12-DAY
CHASE FOR LINCOLN'S KILLER, this
young adult version is an accessible
look at the assassination of a president
and describes Abraham Lincoln, the
man, the father, and the husband.
Young, Jeff C.
69755
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
6033
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the twenty-first
president of the United States, focusing
on his personal life, education, and
political career.
The Chicago White Sox
Grabowski, John F.
67135
EN
UG
7.7
4.0
NF
22842
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the relationship of
Chicago to the formation of The Chicago
White Sox with profiles of: Joe Jackson,
Nellie Fox, Minnie Minoso, Bill Veeck,
Dick Allen, and Frank Thomas.
Chief Crazy Horse
Cunningham, Chet
47447
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
17809
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the Oglala leader
who spent his life fighting to keep the
white man from taking over Indian land.
Chief Joseph
Taylor, Marian
10005
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
19629
N
N
-
-
-
Presents the life and times of the Nez
Perce Indian chief who led his people
on a great trek to escape the injustices
of the American government.
Chris Brown
Hooper, James
111714
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
7959
N
N
-
-
-
This brief profile of hip-hop artist Chris
Brown chronicles his childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and
success in the entertainment industry.
Chris Burke: Actor
Geraghty, Helen
Monsoon
29679
EN
UG
7.7
3.0
NF
19299
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of a young
man with Down syndrome who fulfilled
his dream of becoming a television star.
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Title
Chris Daughtry
Author
Marcovitz, Hal
Chris Rock
Robson, David
Christiaan Barnard and the Story of Bankston, John
the First Successful Heart
Transplant
Word
Number Lang IL
133731 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
9797 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography profiles the life of Chris
Daughtry, discussing the people and
bands who inspired him to pursue a
career in rock music, his debut album,
his awards, and the role that television
show AMERICAN IDOL played in his
success.
126798
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
11009
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of comedian Chris Rock
chronicles his personal and professional
life and career, along with his film and
stage achievements.
62390
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
7665
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the story of Dr.
Christiaan Barnard, discussing his youth
in rural South Africa, his early work as a
doctor, and his pioneering heart
transplant surgery.
Christina Aguilera
Greenberger, Robert
124461
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
5907
N
N
-
-
-
This brief biography of Christina
Aguilera describes her childhood,
professional accomplishments, and
musical style.
Christina Aguilera
Lemmens, MaryJo
119788
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
8256
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist Christina Aguilera.
Christopher Columbus
Reid, Struan
69088
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
8644
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents an account of
Columbus's life and explorations, and
examines their impact on history and the
world.
Christopher Columbus
Nathan, Melissa
72710
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
10648
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of explorer
Christopher Columbus and discusses
his voyages to the islands now know as
the West Indies.
89096
EN
MG
7.8
8.0
NF
43200
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a narrative
biography of the life of Christopher
Columbus, whose voyages across the
ocean sea were recognized as a major
turning point in world history. The
coauthor is Geoff Benge.
Christopher Columbus: Across the Benge, Janet
Ocean Sea
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Title
Author
Christopher Columbus: Explorer of Doak, Robin S.
the New World
Christopher Columbus: Sailing to a Morganelli, Adrianna
New World
Christopher Columbus: To the New Collier, James
World
Lincoln
Christopher Reeve
Howard, Megan
Ciara
Simone, Jacquelyn
Cicero: Defender of the Republic
Forsyth, Fiona
The Civil War
Rosenberg, Aaron
Civil War and Reconstruction (1850 Cosson, Jody
-1877)
Word
Number Lang IL
85199 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
12466 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- Fifteenth-century explorer Christopher
Columbus opened up the Americas to
the people of Europe. His travels to the
islands of the Bahamas and the
Caribbean, as well as Central and South
America, forever altered life in both the
old world and the new.
87652
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
4227
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines Christopher
Columbus's expedition to discover a
new trade route to the Far East for
Spain and the results of his interaction
with the indigenous people he found
when he landed in the "New World."
111506
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
11543
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and
voyages of Italian-born explorer
Christopher Columbus.
26044
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
15013
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the actor who became
well known for his movie portrayal of
Superman and for his activities in
support of nerve damage research since
the riding accident that left him a
quadriplegic.
119789
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
8740
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist Ciara.
62613
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
12168
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and times of
the famous Roman statesman and
orator, Cicero.
141652
EN
MG
7.1
4.0
NF
22766
N
N
-
-
-
This book contains biographies of six
people who played an important role in
the United States during one of the
darkest periods of U.S. history.
118422
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
10315
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the presidential
administrations of Abraham Lincoln,
Andrew Johnson, and Ulysses S. Grant,
profiling their early years, political
careers, presidencies during the Civil
War and Reconstruction era, and their
legacies.
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Title
Civil War: Battles and Leaders
Author
Murray, Aaron R.
Clara Barton
Hamilton, Leni
Clara Barton: Civil War Hero &
American Red Cross Founder
Word
Number Lang IL
101853 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
18961 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This battle-by-battle overview of the Civil
War profiles key military and civilian
leaders from the era.
8354
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
18375
N
N
-
-
-
Follows the life of the nurse who served
on the battlefields of the Civil War and
later founded the American Red Cross.
Hamen, Susan E.
135676
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
15105
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
American Red Cross founder Clara
Barton, discussing her family
background, childhood, education, work
as a teacher and nurse, and her societal
contributions.
Clara Barton: Founder of the
American Red Cross
Ditchfield, Christin
77331
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
17543
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and work of
Clara Barton, a nurse during the Civil
War and founder of the American Red
Cross.
Clara Barton: Founder of the
American Red Cross
Somervill, Barbara A.
112524
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
11694
N
N
-
-
-
Clara Barton was a hero of the Civil War
when she nursed wounded soldiers on
the bloody battlefields. After traveling to
Europe and experiencing firsthand the
success of the International Red Cross,
she founded the American Red Cross.
Clara Schumann: Piano Virtuoso
Reich, Susanna
29528
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
12379
N
N
-
-
-
In this book, the author describes the life
of the German pianist and composer
who made her professional debut at age
nine and who devoted her life to music
and to her family.
Clarence Thomas
Macht, Norman L.
29725
EN
MG
7.9
4.0
NF
24017
N
N
-
-
-
This biography is about the AfricanAmerican who became only the second
black justice in the history of the
Supreme Court.
Claude Monet
Hodge, Susie
74356
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
6883
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life, art, and
legacy of the artist Claude Monet, and
includes a timeline linking the events in
his life with world events.
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Author
Cleopatra: Queen of Ancient Egypt Worth, Richard
Word
Number Lang IL
106740 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 5.0 NF
Count Book RP
27825 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book presents the life and times of
Cleopatra, ruler of ancient Egypt,
providing information on her early years,
her romances, and her legacy.
Co. Aytch: A Side Show of the Big
Show
Watkins, Sam R.
54431
EN
UG
7.1 14.0
NF
83066
N
N
-
-
-
Early in May 1861, twenty-one-year-old
Sam R. Watkins of Columbia,
Tennessee, joined the First Tennessee
Regiment, Company H. to fight for the
Confederacy. This book is his memoir
of the Civil War.
Coco Chanel
Wallis, Jeremy
54425
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
12076
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life story of
Coco Chanel, a woman who
revolutionized the fashion industry.
Colin Powell
Granger, Stacey
63881
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
4165
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Colin
Powell, who overcame poverty and
prejudice to become a four-star general,
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff,
and Secretary of State.
Colin Powell
Finlayson, Reggie
76939
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
14914
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents biographical
information about General Colin Powell,
including his childhood, military career,
and political career.
Colin Powell
Horn, Geoffrey M.
81250
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
9632
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of Colin
Powell, the first African American to
become U.S. secretary of state.
Colin Powell
Banta, Melissa
29756
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
8184
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of General Colin
Powell, the first black man to become
chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of
the U.S. Armed Forces, highlighting his
role in the Persian Gulf Crisis.
135677
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
13827
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, military,
and political accomplishments of Colin
Powell, one of the most respected
generals and statesmen in the United
States.
Colin Powell: General & Statesman Vander Hook, Sue
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Title
Colin Powell: "Have a Vision. Be
Demanding"
Author
Shichtman, Sandra
H.
Number Lang IL
100882 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
18322 N
N
Colin Powell: Soldier and Patriot
Schraff, Anne
16006
EN
Colin Powell: U.S. Army General
and Secretary of State
Flanagan, Alice K.
50173
The Colorado Avalanche
Dater, Adrian
Come This Far to Freedom: A
History of African Americans
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.4
3.0
NF
19791
N
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
11204
74229
EN
UG
7.8
4.0
NF
Medearis, Angela
Shelf
14810
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
Commander in Chief Abraham
Lincoln and the Civil War
Marrin, Albert
25918
EN
UG
Commodore Perry in the Land of
the Shogun
Blumberg, Rhoda
34741
EN
Compassion
Edgar, Kathleen J.
82948
EN
N
-
-
-
This book surveys the life of Colin
Powell, from his childhood in the South
Bronx, through his years of military
service, to his work in the United States
government.
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the life story and different
careers of politician and U.S. General,
Colin Powell.
22177
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the hockey team
originally known as the Quebec
Nordiques, which became the Colorado
Avalanche in 1995, noting the
contributions of such players as Joe
Sakic, Patrick Roy, and Adam Foote.
NF
17754
N
N
-
-
-
Traces the history and accomplishments
of African-Americans as explorers,
inventors, writers, soldiers, artists,
scientists, and more, from the days of
slavery to the present.
7.6 12.0
NF
69771
N
N
-
-
-
This book brings Lincoln to life by
placing him in the context of his own
personal background and the larger
circumstances of the country's greatest
conflict.
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
17855
N
N
-
-
-
A thought-provoking history of how
Commodore Perry opened diplomatic
relations with the closed society of
Japan. A Newbery Honor book.
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
18190
N
N
-
-
-
This book contains short biographies of
men and women whose lives and work
embody the value of compassion. The
coauthors are Susan E. Edgar and
Joanne Mattern.
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Description
- This biography presents a brief
introduction to the life of the first African
American Secretary of State, Colin
Powell, and explores his career as the
top-ranked military officer in the United
States.
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Title
Condoleezza Rice: National
Security Advisor
Author
Ditchfield, Christin
Confucius: Chinese Philosopher
and Teacher
Burgan, Michael
Confucius: Philosopher and
Teacher
Wilker, Josh
Confucius: The Golden Rule
Contemporary Achievements
Word
Number Lang IL
74390 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
16787 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of
Condoleezza Rice, professor, author,
and National Security Advisor to
President George W. Bush.
123537
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
13363
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
teachings of ancient Chinese
philosopher Confucius.
1756
EN
UG
7.5
2.0
NF
13354
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the Chinese
teacher and sage whose teachings
influenced all aspects of Chinese life for
many centuries after his death.
Freedman, Russell
61639
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
6738
N
N
-
-
N
This book is an introduction to the life
and teachings of Confucius.
Szulhan, Rebecca
125548
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
8173
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines experiences,
events, and accomplishments of many
influential African Americans.
Contemporary United States (1968 Lynne, Douglas
-Present)
118423
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
11432
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles seven presidential
administrations, from Richard M. Nixon
to George W. Bush, and profiles their
early years, political careers,
presidencies, and legacies.
Copernicus: Founder of Modern
Astronomy (Revised Edition)
Andronik, Catherine
M.
130077
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
12454
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents the life of
fifteenth-century Polish astronomer
Nicolaus Copernicus, who theorized that
the Sun, not Earth, is the center of the
universe and that all the planets,
including Earth, revolve around the Sun.
Coretta Scott King
Press, Petra
48598
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
8932
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Coretta Scott
King, discussing her childhood, family,
marriage to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.,
and her life long fight for civil rights.
Coretta Scott King: Keeper of the
Dream
Henry, Sondra
14719
EN
MG
7.6
5.0
NF
26279
N
N
-
-
-
Traces the life and accomplishments of
the civil rights leader and widow of Dr.
Martin Luther King. The coauthor is
Emily Taitz.
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Author
Coretta Scott King: Striving for Civil Schraff, Anne
Rights
The Corps of Discovery
Hamilton, John
Word
Number Lang IL
16007 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
17246 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book explores the life and career of
Coretta Scott King, from her childhood
in Alabama, through her work with the
civil rights movement, to her continuing
efforts with the underpriviledged.
63119
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
4848
N
N
-
-
-
This book joins the Lewis and Clark
Expedition in the spring of 1804 as they
set out to explore the Louisiana
Purchase.
46985
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
7639
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Cotton Mather,
who received the first doctor of divinity
degree granted in America.
Courage and Compassion: Ten
Arato, Rona
Canadians Who Made a Difference
134657
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
17942
N
N
-
-
-
Ten remarkable Canadians who have
made a difference to Canada are
profiled in this book. By demonstrating
courage and compassion, these
individuals have helped shape Canada's
history.
The Creation of Captain America
110394
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
6504
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the creation of the
superhero Captain America, providing
brief biographies of creators Jack Kirby
and Stan Lee and discussing the
inspirations for characters. It also
follows Captain America as he changes
with a changing nation.
The Creation of the Incredible Hulk Fein, Eric
110396
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
6317
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the creation of the
superhero the Incredible Hulk, providing
brief biographies of creators Jack Kirby
and Stan Lee and discussing the
inspirations for the character, the
changes in the comic book, and other
related topics.
The Creation of the X-Men
110397
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
6145
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the creation of the
superhero team the X-Men, providing
brief biographies of creators Jack Kirby
and Stan Lee and discussing the
inspirations for characters, the effect of
the comic on the industry, and other
related topics.
Cotton Mather: Author, Clergyman, Lutz, Norma Jean
and Scholar
Forget, Thomas
Fingeroth, Danny
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Criss Angel
Author
Stewart, Gail B.
The Crossing: How George
Washington Saved the American
Revolution
Murphy, Jim
Crowfoot
Word
Number Lang IL
126857 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
10568 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography of illusionist Criss Angel
covers his various tricks, the evolution of
his performances and show, and list of
television appearances and live
performances.
140866
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
10722
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the pivotal
transformation of George Washington
from an inexperienced leader to a
brilliant general.
Hacker, Carlotta
51945
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
14851
N
N
-
-
-
Crowfoot, born to be a warrior but
destined to become a peacemaker, was
the Blackfoot spokesman during the
time of crisis for his people.
Curtis Joseph: The Acrobat
Brophy, Mike
48944
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
8726
N
N
-
-
-
This book takes a look at Curtis Joseph
during his early years, his stints with the
St. Louis Blues and Edmonton Oilers,
and his current role as the Toronto
Maple Leafs goaltender.
Cypress Hill
Lemmens, MaryJo
119790
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
8983
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical
careers of hip-hop artists Cypress Hill.
Daddy Yankee
Cotts, Nat
119791
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
8213
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist Daddy Yankee.
Danica Patrick
Brennan, Kristine
126744
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
10787
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
career of NASCAR driver Danica
Patrick, discussing her childhood, early
interest in racing, personal life, career
accomplishments, and her impact on the
racing world.
Daniel Boone
Lawlor, Laurie
76207
EN
MG
7.2
8.0
NF
45571
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of the colonial
pioneer, hunter, and woodsman, from
his youth in the Pennsylvania wilderness
to his adventures exploring the frontier,
especially the "dark and bloody" land
called Kentucky.
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Title
Daniel Boone and the Exploration
of the Frontier
Author
Kozar, Richard
Daniel Boone: Frontiersman
Benge, Janet
Daniel Boone: The Opening of the
Wilderness
Word
Number Lang IL
47012 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
7094 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This is a biography of the legendary
frontiersman who explored Kentucky
and the route to the West, leading to
American expansion of the United
States.
89097
EN
MG
7.1
8.0
NF
46627
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a narrative
biography of the life of Daniel Boone,
focusing on his heroic accomplishments
on the frontier, which made him an
American legend for all time. The
coauthor is Geoff Benge.
Brown, John Mason
127290
EN
MG
7.2
6.0
NF
32900
N
N
-
-
-
This book depicts Boone's life and
times, delving into all the complexities of
this man as well as the landmark
historical events he lived through,
including the Revolutionary War and
Louisiana Purchase.
Daniel Boone: Woodsman of
Kentucky
Zronik, John Paul
106592
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
4368
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes Daniel Boone's
legendary exploits as a trapper and
soldier, his meetings with the Shawnee
and Cherokee, and his lasting legacy in
helping to build the "Wilderness Road,"
one of the most historic highways in
America.
Daniel Morgan: Fighting
Frontiersman
Gallagher, Jim
119074
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
13158
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
American patriot and frontiersman
Daniel Morgan, describing the role he
played at the Battle of Saratoga in 1777
and his influence on American
independence.
Daniel Radcliffe: No Ordinary
Wizard
Norwich, Grace
104030
EN
MG
7.4
4.0
NF
21628
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of Daniel Radcliffe, the
young actor who portrays Harry Potter in
the infamous Harry Potter movies,
includes how he was cast as Harry,
what life is like on the set, and how he
spends his time when he's not acting.
Daring Pirate Women
Sharp, Anne Wallace
58716
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
13112
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses pirates throughout
history, especially women pirates of
Europe, America, and Asia.
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Title
The Darrell Royal Story
Author
Banks, Jimmy
Dave Mirra: BMX Superstar
Rosenberg, Aaron
David Archuleta
Word
Number Lang IL
14092 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 13.0 NF
Count Book RP
72704 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- Outlines the fascinating, spectacular
climb of the most successful coach in
Southwest Conference history.
83948
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
8512
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles Dave Mirra, a native
New Yorker and a bicycle motocross
champion, focusing on the tricks and
stunts he performs at the X Games and
other competitions.
Bednar, Chuck
133732
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
9410
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of David
Archuleta, discussing the people who
inspired him to pursue a singing career,
his childhood interest in music, and the
role that television show AMERICAN
IDOL played in his success.
David Beckham
Whiting, Jim
126745
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
9586
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of major
league soccer player David Beckham,
discussing his personal and professional
life and career along with his
humanitarian efforts and achievements.
David Beckham: Soccer's
Superstar
Robinson, Tom
122647
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
15054
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of English
soccer player David Beckham, the most
recognizable player in the world.
David Blaine: Illusionist and
Endurance Artist
Bednar, Chuck
133717
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
8640
N
N
-
-
-
This overview of the life and career of
David Blaine discusses his family,
success as a magician, challenges, and
more.
David Cook
Snyder, Gail
133733
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
9793
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of David
Cook, discussing the people who
inspired him to pursue a singing career,
his personal struggles, his television
appearances, and the role that
television show AMERICAN IDOL
played in his success.
David Suzuki: Doing Battle with
Climate Change
Gazlay, Suzy
129281
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
10103
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a brief illustrated
biography of Canadian science
broadcaster and environmental activist
David Suzuki, who is known for his
television and radio series and books
about nature and the environment.
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Word
Title
David Thompson
Author
Smith, James K.
Number Lang IL
73328 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.9 3.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Davy Crockett
Harmon, Daniel E.
55873
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
7960
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography about Davy
Crockett, who continues to be symbolic
of the frontier spirit.
Davy Crockett: The Legend of the
Wild Frontier
Winders, Richard
Bruce
62672
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
13915
N
N
-
-
-
Crockett was an American frontier hero,
pioneer, and politician. He used humor
and exaggerated images of himself as a
soldier and hunter to gain admiration
and to rise to political positions.
A Dawn in the Trees
Wibberley, Leonard
30737
EN
UG
7.9
8.0
NF
42932
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces Thomas Jefferson's life
after the Declaration of Independence
was written.
A Day with a Noblewoman
Pernoud, Regine
4440
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
4796
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes, both factually and
fictionally, the life of Blanche of Navarre,
countess of Champagne in thirteenthcentury France.
Dear Dr. Bell, Your Friend, Helen
Keller
St. George, Judith
8514
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
18495
N
N
-
-
N
The meeting in 1886 between Helen
Keller and Alexander Graham Bell.
DeMarcus Ware
Heits, Rudolph T.
141630
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
11119
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL linebacker
DeMarcus Ware.
Dennis Banks: Native American
Activist
Cheatham, Kae
16009
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
15947
N
N
-
-
-
Profiles the life and work of the man
who founded the American-Indian
Movement in 1968 in order to protect
the rights of Native-Americans.
Denzel Washington: Academy
Award-Winning Actor
Wooten, Sara
McIntosh
68916
EN
UG
7.4
3.0
NF
17245
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the AfricanAmerican actor who earned a historic
second Academy Award in 2002 for his
portrayal of Detective Alonzo Harris.
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N
VP
Description
- Surveyor, fur trader and explorer,
Thompson was the first European to
descend the Columbia River from its
source to its mouth. A partner in the
North West Company, Thompson
explored western Canada and his maps
became the basis for many futures
maps.
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Title
Derek Jeter
Author
Marcovitz, Hal
Word
Number Lang IL
126746 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
10503 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography profiles the life and
career of professional baseball player
Derek Jeter, discussing his childhood,
recruitment by the New York Yankees,
and leadership abilities.
Derek Jeter: All-Star Major League Bednar, Chuck
Baseball Player
133718
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
8773
N
N
-
-
-
This overview of the life and career of
Derek Jeter discusses his family,
dedication, achievements in the major
leagues, challenges, and more.
Derek Jeter: Captain on and off the Robinson, Tom
Field
111573
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
13390
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life and
career of baseball star Derek Jeter,
discussing his upbringing, success in
the American League, leadership
abilities, and charity work.
DeSean Jackson
Pulditor, Seth H.
141631
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
12250
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL wide receiver
DeSean Jackson.
The Desert Hawk: The True Story Hehner, Barbara
of J.F. "Stocky" Edwards, Canada's
World War II Flying Ace
104431
EN
MG
7.1
5.0
NF
26817
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the story of James F.
"Stocky" Edwards, one of Canada's
greatest WWII air aces, a fighter pilot
who earned his nickname not because
of his build, but because he would stand
up to anything.
Desiderius Erasmus: Writer and
Christian Humanist
103908
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
11097
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents an analysis of the
life of sixteenth-century humanist
Desiderius Erasmus, his life in France,
England, Italy, Germany, and
Switzerland and his complete dedication
to the church even in the midst of the
Protestant Reformation.
60311
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
6311
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the man who
explored the St. Lawrence, Ohio, Illinois,
and Mississippi rivers, and who claimed
America's heartland for King Louis XIV
and France.
Rees, Fran
Despite All Obstacles: La Salle and Goodman, Joan
the Conquest of the Mississippi
Elizabeth
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Title
Determination
Author
Edgar, Kathleen J.
The Detroit Red Wings
Grabowski, John F.
Development of the Industrial
United States (1870-1900)
Word
Number Lang IL
82950 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
17342 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book contains short biographies of
men and women whose lives and work
embody the value of determination. The
coauthors are Susan E. Edgar and
Joanne Mattern.
73589
EN
UG
7.8
4.0
NF
22134
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the history of the
Detroit Red Wings hockey team and
profiles the lives and careers of Jack
Adams, Ted Lindsay, Gordie Howe,
Terry Sawchuk, Steve Yzerman, and
Sergei Fedorov.
Robinson, Tom
118943
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
9001
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the presidential
administrations of Rutherford B. Hayes,
James Garfield, William McKinley, and
others, profiling early years during the
development of the Industrial
Revolution, political careers,
presidencies, and legacies.
Devil in the Details: Scenes from
an Obsessive Girlhood
Traig, Jennifer
85709
EN
UG
7.0 12.0
NF
67670
N
N
-
-
-
The author discusses her troubled and
somewhat bizarre childhood, her
undiagnosed struggles with obsessivecompulsive disorder, and her
introduction to a set of religious rules
she hadn't known existed before.
Dian Fossey
Gogerly, Liz
64612
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
5965
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the life of the scientist
who studied mountain gorillas in central
Africa and worked to ensure their
survival.
Dian Fossey
Wood, Richard
48581
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
8549
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Dian
Fossey. The coauthor is Sara Wood.
Dian Fossey: Among the Gorillas
Mara, Wil
77332
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
19330
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the life of the scientist
who studied mountain gorillas in central
Africa and worked to ensure their
survival.
Diana, Princess of Wales
Middleton, Haydn
48599
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
6372
N
N
-
-
-
This book follows the background,
family life, public image, humanitarian
work, death, and influences of the
woman who married Prince Charles of
England.
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Author
The Diary of Elizabeth Bacon
Custer, Elizabeth
Custer: On the Plains with General Bacon
Custer
Diego Rivera: His Art, His Life
Gonzales, Doreen
Dinosaur Mountain: Digging into
the Jurassic Age
The Discomfort Zone: A Personal
History
Word
Number Lang IL
88775 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
13993 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- Edited by Nancy Plain, this book
presents the diary of the wife of General
Custer, focusing on their life on the
Great Plains from 1873 to 1876, when
Custer and his 7th Cavalry were
clearing the way for the railroad and
battling Native Americans.
16010
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
18241
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the noted Mexican
muralist discussing art, his political ties,
and his relationship with the painter
Freida Kahlo.
Ray, Deborah Kogan
135332
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
3831
N
N
-
-
-
This is the story of Earl Douglass and
his discovery of the first almost
complete skeleton of an Apatosaurus,
one of the largest dinosaurs ever to
roam Earth.
Franzen, Jonathan
115282
EN
UG
7.9 11.0
NF
61121
N
N
-
-
-
The author describes his youth in the
Midwest and his adulthood in New York,
as well as many of the formative
experiences of his life.
Discovering Christopher Columbus Pelta, Kathy
4476
EN
MG
7.7
4.0
NF
20007
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Christopher
Columbus with emphasis on how
historians have worked and are still
working to find out the truth about his life
and discoveries.
Discovering the Arctic: The Story of Wilson, John
John Rae
75377
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
16644
N
N
-
-
-
This book follows the life of the 19th
century explorer John Rae as he
opened up vast tracts of land in the
Canadian Arctic.
The Diving Bell and the Butterfly
Bauby, JeanDominique
88711
EN
UG
7.7
4.0
NF
19776
N
N
-
-
-
This book recounts the author's struggle
with the effects of a massive stroke and
celebrates everyday life and the journey
through his mind.
The Dixie Chicks
Mitchells, Brett
124467
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
6288
N
N
-
-
-
This brief biography of the Dixie Chicks
describes the band's beginning,
professional accomplishments, musical
style, and controversies.
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Title
Dizzy Gillespie and the Birth of
Bebop
Author
Gourse, Leslie
Number Lang IL
14811 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 6.0 NF
Count Book RP
35869 N
N
Dolley Madison: Courageous First
Lady
Pflueger, Lynda
31456
EN
Dolley Madison: Her Life, Letters,
and Legacy
Shulman, Holly C.
62673
Dolores Huerta: Labor Leader and
Civil Rights Activist
Doak, Robin S.
Dolphin Man: Exploring the World
of Dolphins
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.9
3.0
NF
16665
N
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
11234
120237
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
Pringle, Laurence
55017
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
Dominique Moceanu: A
Gymnastics Sensation
Quiner, Krista
25975
EN
MG
7.6
Don Omar
Cotts, Nat
119793
EN
MG
Don't Know Much About George
Washington
Davis, Kenneth C.
77102
EN
MG
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the wife of
James Madison, focusing on her role as
this country's fourth First Lady.
N
N
-
-
-
This book surveys the life of First Lady
Dolley Madison, wife of the fourth
president, who was renowned as a
hostess, a lady of fashion, and a
heroine of the War of 1812. The
coauthor is David B. Mattern.
11683
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of social activist Dolores
Huerta focuses on her efforts to improve
the lives of migrant workers by
organizing boycotts, lobbying for better
job conditions, and combining the
farmworkers into a single union.
NF
6646
N
N
-
-
-
Randall S. Wells, one of the world's
foremost experts on bottlenose
dolphins, is part of the longest study
ever done on a free-range dolphin
community. This book reveals much of
what Wells and his colleagues have
discovered during this study.
9.0
NF
53586
N
N
-
-
-
The biography of the gymnastics
sensation who went from beginner to
elite in two years, including her family
pressures, her relationships and
struggles with teammates, and her fight
ot overcome injuries and make the
Olympic team.
7.3
1.0
NF
8492
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist Don Omar.
7.7
4.0
NF
20999
N
N
-
-
-
This book reviews the childhood and
youth, education, early surveying
career, life in the military, and
presidency of George Washington.
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Title
Donna Karan: Designing an
American Dream
Author
Tippins, Sherill
Donovan McNabb: Leader on and
off the Field
Robinson, Tom
115664
EN
The Doors
Simons, Rae
118539
Dorothea Lange: A Life in Pictures Litwin, Laura Baskes
Dorothy Day: Friend to the
Forgotten
Kent, Deborah
Douglas MacArthur: America's
General
Haugen, Brenda
Number Lang IL
14163 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
9405 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
14636
N
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
9215
116603
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
78110
EN
UG
7.8
6.0
100252
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and career
of Donovan McNabb, a quarterback with
the Philadelphia Eagles, and discusses
his many injuries and his contributions
toward charity work.
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the history of the rock
group the Doors, describing the
influence of lead singer Jim Morrison to
the group's success, Morrison's drug
habit, and eventual death.
16835
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
American photographer Dorothea
Lange, covering such topics as her
childhood in New Jersey and New York,
her marriages, and her influential work
during the Great Depression, as well as
her approach to photography.
NF
33353
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the great
friend of the poor and helpless whose
own life included an abortion, a shortlived marriage, imprisonment, political
involvement, and questioning of her
deep religious beliefs.
NF
11386
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of Douglas
MacArthur, who rose to the highest
levels of command in the U.S. Army.
The American public celebrated the
popular general, even after he was
relieved of duty by President Harry S.
Truman in 1951.
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Title
Douglas MacArthur: An American
Hero
Author
Feinberg, Barbara
Silberdick
Douglas MacArthur: Brilliant
General, Controversial Leader
Gaines, Ann Graham
Dr. Phil: Self-Help Guru and TV
Superstar
Main, Mary
Dr. Ruth Westheimer
Scariano, Margaret
M.
Dragon Bones and Dinosaur Eggs: Bausum, Ann
A Photobiography of Explorer Roy
Chapman Andrews
Dreams from My Father: A Story of Obama, Barack
Race and Inheritance
Dressed for the Occasion
Miller, Brandon Marie
Word
Number Lang IL
1760 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
15033 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book examines the childhood,
training, and career of the man known
for his military leadership during World
War II, the administration of occupied
Japan after the war, and the Korean
War.
49972
EN
UG
7.7
4.0
NF
19792
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life and work of the
military man who ended his career as
one of the most controversial generals
in history.
115186
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
18067
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
psychotherapist Dr. Phil McGraw,
discussing his childhood experiences
and success as an author, life coach,
and talk show host.
14720
EN
MG
7.4
5.0
NF
26892
N
N
-
-
-
Traces the life of well-known sex
therapist Dr. Ruth Westheimer, from her
early childhood in Nazi Germany
through her life in America to her
success as a radio and television
personality.
60790
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
8032
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the great exploreradventurer who discovered huge finds
of dinosaur bones in Mongolia,
pioneered modern paleontology field
research, and became the director of
the American Museum of Natural
History.
113511
EN
UG
7.1 26.0
NF
149483
N
N
-
-
-
Barack Obama tells the story of his life
as the son of a black African father and
a white American mother, searching for
a workable meaning to his life as an
African American.
4398
EN
MG
7.4
NF
14306
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the history,
manufacture, and care of American
clothing from colonial times to the 1970s
and discusses its relationship to the
social milieu.
2.0
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Title
Drew Barrymore
Author
Hill, Anne E.
Drew Brees
Pulditor, Seth H.
Drew Carey
Word
Number Lang IL
51513 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
20308 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book profiles the life and career of
actress Drew Barrymore, including her
childhood and early fame, experiences
in drug rehabilitation and recovery, and
her success as a major Hollywood star.
141632
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
12607
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL quarterback
Drew Brees.
Gaines, Ann Graham
29666
EN
UG
7.6
3.0
NF
17191
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the stand-up
comedian and actor, discussing his
sexual abuse as a child, his subsequent
battle with depression, and his work in
clubs, on television, and in films.
Duke Ellington
Collier, James
Lincoln
14812
EN
MG
7.9
7.0
NF
39322
N
N
-
-
-
Traces the life of the internationally
acclaimed musician and composer who
helped popularize jazz.
Duke Ellington: Giant of Jazz
Old, Wendie C.
16011
EN
UG
7.5
3.0
NF
18885
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and career
of the talented jazz composer,
bandleader, and pianist from his
childhood in Washington, DC, through
his battle against racism to his influence
on the world of jazz.
Duke Ellington: "I Live with Music"
Ford, Carin T.
114557
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
19528
N
N
-
-
-
In this biography, the author explores
Ellington's life, his passion, and how he
became one of the most famous jazz
musicians.
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Brown, D. Clayton
21106
EN
UG
7.7
4.0
NF
22764
N
N
-
-
-
Traces the life of the thirty-fourth
President of the United States.
Dwight D. Eisenhower (Presidents
of the U.S.A.)
Hansen, Sarah
126941
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
7026
N
N
-
-
-
This biography follows the life of Dwight
D. Eisenhower from his childhood in
Texas and Kansas through his two
terms as the thirty-fourth president of
the United States and into his postWhite House years.
13463
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
5578
N
N
-
-
-
After leading his troops to victory in
World War II, he became President of
the United States.
Dwight D. Eisenhower: Soldier and Jacobs, William J.
Statesman
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Word
Title
Dwight D. Eisenhower: ThirtyFourth President of the United
States
Author
Hargrove, Jim
Number Lang IL
883 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.9 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11078 N
N
Dwyane Wade
Young, Jeff C.
126867
EN
E.B. White
Aronson, Deb
100497
E.B. White: Beyond Charlotte's
Web and Stuart Little
Litwin, Laura Baskes
E.E. Cummings
Berry, S.L.
E.L. Konigsburg
Earth Heroes: Champions of the
Wilderness
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
10785
N
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
14724
71763
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
12711
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
Ambrosek, Renee
100498
EN
MG
7.9
Malnor, Bruce
143517
EN
MG
7.2
N
-
-
-
This biography of NBA star Dwyane
Wade chronicles his difficult childhood,
career with the Miami Heat, and
participation in the 2004 Olympics.
N
N
-
-
-
This brief biography of author E.B.
White includes his writing process and
methods, inspirations, a critical
discussion of his books, an interview, a
biographical timeline, and a list of
awards he received.
18270
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the childhood,
marriage to Katherine Angell, and
writing career of E.B. White, author of
essays, poems and children's books.
NF
4878
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the twentieth-century
American writer whose poetry combined
artistic composition with word play and
traditional rhyme and meter. Includes
examples of his work.
2.0
NF
12695
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a brief biography of
children's writer E.L. Konigsburg,
providing information on her early life,
family, influences, and how she became
a writer.
5.0
NF
31341
N
N
-
-
-
This book provides a brief look into the
lives of notable environmentalists and
their influence on the world, including
Henry David Thoreau, John Muir,
Theodore Roosevelt, and Aldo Leopold.
The coauthor is Carol L. Malnor.
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- Recounts the life of the general who led
Allied troops to victory in World War II
and became thirty-fourth President of
the United States.
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Title
Earth Heroes: Champions of Wild
Animals
Author
Malnor, Carol L.
Number Lang IL
143398 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 6.0 NF
Count Book RP
31915 N
N
Ed Begley, Jr. Living Green
Grayson, Robert
129282
EN
Ed Reed
Gitlin, Martin
126763
Eddie Murphy
Wilburn, Deborah A.
Edgar Allan Poe
Frisch, Aaron
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
10608
N
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
11058
29723
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
100693
EN
UG
7.7
1.0
Edgar Allan Poe (A & E Biography) Streissguth, Tom
47450
EN
MG
7.5
Edgar Allan Poe: Tragic Poet and
Master of Mystery
Kent, Zachary
49973
EN
UG
Edgar Rice Burroughs: Creator of
Tarzan
Boerst, William J.
47538
EN
UG
N
-
-
-
This book presents an illustrated
biography of actor and environmentalist
Ed Begley Jr., chronicling his personal
and professional life as well as his
efforts to motivate people to become
more environmentally aware.
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL safety Ed
Reed.
17546
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the professional
and personal life of the well-known
comedian.
NF
5868
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of American
author Edgar Allan Poe, and discusses
how the tragedies of his life were
reflected in his work. Includes poems
and story excerpts, as well as
illustrations.
3.0
NF
16613
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the life of the
nineteenth-century American author
famous for his detective stories, horror
stories, and poetry.
7.1
3.0
NF
17507
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of the writer
whose work, which includes such
masterpieces as "The Raven" and "The
Tell-Tale Heart," remains among the
most memorable in the history of
American literature.
7.6
3.0
NF
17099
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the writer
who created the character, Tarzan.
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Description
- This book describes the childhoods,
careers, and lasting contributions of
environmentalists from around the world
who have dedicated their lives to
protecting Earth's wildlife. The coauthor
is Bruce Malnor.
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Title
Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt
Author
Feinberg, Barbara
Silberdick
Edmond Halley: The Man and His
Comet
Heckart, Barbara
Edmund Hillary: First to the Top
Elish, Dan
Edward Hopper
Foa, Emma
Edward Jenner: Conqueror of
Smallpox
Word
Number Lang IL
1506 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
7770 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- The author describes the childhood,
family life, and marriage of the woman
who became the second Mrs. Theodore
Roosevelt, and eventually First Lady,
when Theodore became the twentysixth president of the United States.
836
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
10382
N
N
-
-
-
This books presents the life of the
seventeenth-century scientist who made
predictions about the comet which bears
his name and discusses many other
important scientific contributions he
made.
111508
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
11592
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and
accomplishments of Edmund Hillary, the
famed explorer from New Zealand, who
was one of the first to scale Mount
Everest.
74357
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
7551
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and work of
the American realist painter, describing
and giving examples of his art.
Rodríguez, Ana
María
106707
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
15047
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the eighteenthcentury efforts of scientist Edward
Jenner, who developed a vaccine to
save humanity from smallpox and
pioneered the use of vaccination to
eradicate many diseases.
Edward Roberts and the Story of
the Personal Computer
Zannos, Susan
62391
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
8131
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and work of
the man credited with being the first to
design and market a personal computer.
Edwin Hubble
Macdonald, Fiona
48582
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
8559
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Edwin
Hubble.
Ekaterina Gordeeva
Hill, Anne E.
29688
EN
UG
7.4
4.0
NF
20408
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of skating star
Ekaterina Gordeeva who, with her
husband Sergei Grinkov, won two
Olympic medals, and who, since his
untimely death in 1995, skates alone.
Eleanor Roosevelt
Vercelli, Jane
Anderson
29716
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
8971
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life of
Eleanor Roosevelt.
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Title
Eleanor Roosevelt (A&E
Biography)
Author
Winget, Mary
Eleanor Roosevelt and the
Arthurdale Experiment
Hoffman, Nancy
Eleanor Roosevelt: A Life of
Discovery
Word
Number Lang IL
47451 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
18010 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book discusses the personal and
public life of the woman who was first
lady during the difficult years between
the Depression and World War II.
61001
EN
MG
7.8
4.0
NF
19945
N
N
-
-
-
This is the story of the unlikely
relationship between a president's wife,
the poorest of the poor, and the dream
they shared. It is told, in part, through
the eyes, ears, and memories of those
who were once children in the
community called Arthurdale.
Freedman, Russell
8464
EN
MG
7.8
6.0
NF
31985
N
N
-
-
N
This book provides a detailed portrait of
Eleanor Roosevelt's political career,
personal causes, and private life.
Eleanor Roosevelt: First Lady of
the Twentieth Century
Gottfried, Ted
1751
EN
UG
7.0
2.0
NF
14275
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and
achievements of former first lady,
Eleanor Roosevelt.
Eleanor Roosevelt: Freedom's
Champion
Time-Life Editors
40269
EN
UG
7.8
4.0
NF
20595
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and
accomplishments of the First Lady who
devoted herself to helping others and
working for peace.
Elephant Woman: Cynthia Moss
Explores the World Of Elephants
Pringle, Laurence
20242
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
7555
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of Cynthia Moss, worldrenowned elephant researcher in
Kenya's Amboseli National Park,
illustrated with her own photographs.
Elie Wiesel: Spokesman for
Remembrance
Bayer, Linda
46534
EN
UG
7.6
2.0
NF
11510
N
N
-
-
-
This biography describes the life of Elie
Wiesel, Holocaust survivor,
humanitarian, and recipient of the Nobel
Prize.
Elizabeth Arden: Beauty Empire
Builder
Shuker, Nancy
48799
EN
UG
7.6
4.0
NF
24991
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Elizabeth
Arden, who became a successful
businesswoman in the beauty field.
128935
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
15695
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
achievements of Elizabeth Blackwell,
discussing her family, education, studies
abroad, medical practice, and her
pioneer work.
Elizabeth Blackwell: America's First Somervill, Barbara A.
Female Doctor
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Title
Elizabeth Bloomer Ford
Author
Santow, Dan
Elizabeth Cady Stanton: Social
Reformer
Burgan, Michael
Word
Number Lang IL
1508 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
9754 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of the wife of
the thirty-eighth president of the United
States, a relaxed, friendly White House
hostess who supported women's rights
and helped raise breast cancer
awareness by talking openly about her
own surgery.
100269
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
12977
N
N
-
-
-
An early suffragist, Elizabeth Cady
Stanton never enjoyed the right to vote.
Although she was direct and stood her
ground with friends and foe, her natural
charm and speech-writing skills helped
motivate others to support a woman's
right to vote.
Elizabeth Dole: Public Servant and Rau, Dana Meachen
Senator
116532
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
12728
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
Elizabeth Dole from her childhood in
North Carolina through law school at
Harvard and to her office of U.S. senator
for her home state of North Carolina.
Elizabeth I of England
Sapet, Kerrily
103028
EN
MG
7.8
5.0
NF
29578
N
N
-
-
-
This brief biography is of the Tudor
Queen, Elizabeth I, whose strong sense
of responsibility to her subjects made
her a much loved ruler during the fortyfive years of her reign.
Elizabeth I:The Outcast Who
Became England's Queen
Adams, Simon
108137
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
8791
N
N
-
-
-
This short biography of Elizabeth I
chronicles her royal birth and childhood,
the Tudors, exile and eventual
imprisonment in the Tower, her
ascension to the throne, her rivals, and
legacy.
Elizabeth Van Lew: Civil War Spy
Schoof, Heidi
100271
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
11770
N
N
-
-
-
As a spy during the U.S. Civil War,
Elizabeth Van Lew provided Union
generals with secret information that
helped the North defeat the South. Her
passion against slavery compelled her
to buy slaves so she could give them
their freedom.
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Title
Ellen Ochoa
Author
Iverson, Teresa
Ellen Ochoa
Buckley, Annie
Elton John
Word
Number Lang IL
102240 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
6596 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book presents a brief biography of
Ellen Ochoa, the first Hispanic-American
woman to become an astronaut,
providing information on her childhood,
her education, and her career with
NASA.
117850
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
6244
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents the life of Ellen
Ochoa, whose hard work, courage, and
passion for learning helped her earn a
doctorate in electrical engineering and
become the first Hispanic American
woman in space.
White, Katherine
62577
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
10265
N
N
-
-
-
This book details the life and career of
Elton John, who was inducted into the
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Elton John
O'Mahony, John
77256
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
13527
N
N
-
-
-
This book reviews the life and work of
legendary rock musician Elton John,
from his childhood in a quiet London
suburb to superstardom and its impact
on his personal life.
Elton John
Schlesinger, Ethan
118536
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
9043
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a brief biography on
the life and musical career of singersongwriter Elton John, which chronicles
his childhood, family, and success in the
music industry.
Elvis
Hardinge, Melissa
30966
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
9245
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the "King of Rock
'n' Roll" including his impoverished
childhood, his success as a recording
artist, and his untimely death in 1977.
Elvis Presley
Matthews, Rupert
48600
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
8160
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the aims and
achievements of Elvis Presley.
Elvis Presley
Alagna, Magdalena
57267
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
11590
N
N
-
-
-
This book is about the life and
achievements in music of Elvis Presley.
1779
EN
UG
7.3
5.0
NF
29854
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the rock star's
childhood, family life, musical career,
films, and legacy.
Elvis Presley: The King of Rock 'N' Daily, Robert
Roll
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Title
The Embrace
Author
Jones, Aphrodite
Number Lang IL
40486 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF Count Book RP
7.9 18.0 NF 101717 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
Emily Carr: At the Edge of the
World
Bogart, Jo Ellen
72967
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
3291
N
Emily Dickinson
Berry, S.L.
12713
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
4196
Emily Dickinson: Solitary and
Celebrated Poet
Herstek, Amy
Paulson
70845
EN
UG
7.6
3.0
NF
Eminem
Mattern, Joanne
111716
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
Eric Liddell: Something Greater
Than Gold
Benge, Janet
89040
EN
MG
7.0
Erma Bombeck: Writer and
Humorist
Colwell, Lynn Hutner
14722
EN
MG
Ernest Hemingway
Riggs, Kate
125230
EN
MG
N
-
-
-
This biography is filled with well-chosen
details that take us from Carr's birth in
1871 to her death in 1945.
N
N
-
-
-
Examines the life of Emily Dickinson,
her life as a poet, and presents some of
her work.
19088
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
nineteenth-century American poet.
NF
8792
N
N
-
-
-
This brief profile of hip-hop artist
Eminem chronicles his childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and
success in the entertainment industry.
8.0
NF
44208
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Eric Liddell, the
Scottish missionary and runner who won
a gold medal in the 1924 Olympics and
went on to do missionary work in China.
The coauthor is Geoff Benge.
7.4
4.0
NF
24203
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of Erma Bombeck, tracing
her life from her early childhood in
Dayton, Ohio, through her current life as
one of America's best-known humorists
and columnists.
7.3
1.0
NF
6397
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
American novelist and short-story writer
Ernest Hemingway, discussing his
childhood in Oak Park, Illinois, his early
exposure to music and the creative arts,
his personal life, and his development
as an author.
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Wendorf, who were savagely beaten to
death by sixteen-year-old self-avowed
Antichrist, who led a coven of
braniwashed teens, one of whom was
the Wendorfs' own daughter.
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Title
Ernest Hemingway: A Writer's Life
Author
Reef, Catherine
Number Lang IL
131247 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 7.0 NF
Count Book RP
39888 N
N
Ernest Hemingway: Writer and
Adventurer
Yannuzzi, Della A.
21107
EN
Ernie Coombs: Mr. Dressup
Mitic, Trudy
Duivenvoorden
86255
Ethan Allen
Price Hossell, Karen
Ethan Allen and the Green
Mountain Boys
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
18997
N
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
13561
82060
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
Stein, R. Conrad
67589
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
Ethan Allen: Green Mountain Rebel Haugen, Brenda
85200
EN
MG
7.3
Eugene V. Debs: Outspoken Labor Carey Jr., Charles W.
Leader and Socialist
70846
EN
UG
7.5
N
-
-
-
Describes the life and career of the
Pulitzer and Nobel prize-winner whose
accounts of his adventures and new
style of writing brought him worldwide
recognition.
N
N
-
-
-
For almost 30 years, Ernie Coombs was
Canada's Mr. Dressup, loved by legions
of children and their parents. Host of
CBC TV program of the same name, Mr.
Dressup won the loyalty of his young
viewers with kindness and a genuine
interest in their world.
8828
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Ethan Allen,
the Revolutionary War hero who led the
Green Mountain Boys, a militia group he
and his brothers formed.
NF
5441
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the facts and tall
tales about Revolutionary War hero
Ethan Allen, who, along with Benedict
Arnold, led the Green Mountain Boys in
capturing Fort Ticonderoga from the
British in 1775.
2.0
NF
11725
N
N
-
-
-
Rebel and original Green Mountain Boy,
Ethan Allen's improbable early victory
over the British at Fort Ticonderoga
gave his countrymen the courage, and
the cannons, to withstand superior
forces. He continued the fight for
freedom and Vermont statehood.
3.0
NF
19178
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the trade
union leader, political activist, and
pacifist who ran five times as the
socialist candidate for president.
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Description
- This in-depth look at the life of one of
the twentieth century's most famous
authors covers everything from Ernest
Hemingway's childhood in Illinois, to his
adventurous years abroad, to his tragic
death in Ketchum, Idaho.
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Title
Eugenie Clark: Adventures of a
Shark Scientist
Author
Butts, Ellen R.
Eva Longoria
Schulte, Mary
Ewan McGregor
Jones, Veda Boyd
Expansion and Reform (Early
1800s-1861)
Casciato, Daniel
Exploring the Earth with John
Wesley Powell
Word
Number Lang IL
61002 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
23002 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book describes the life and career
of ichthyologist Eugenie Clark, who first
became interested in fish at the New
York Aquarium and went on to become
an expert on sharks. The coauthor is
Joyce R. Schwartz.
130262
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
6700
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and personal challenges of actress Eva
Longoria.
2447
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
9876
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the Scottishborn actor who has become well-known
in the United States because of his role
in the recent popular movie, Star Wars:
Episode I- The Phantom Menace.
118424
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
9858
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles ten presidential
administrations during the age of
expansion and reform, from John
Quincy Adams to James Buchanan,
profiling their early years, political
careers, presidencies, and legacies.
Ross, Michael Elsohn
47453
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
10801
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the geologist who
mapped the Colorado River and the
Grand Canyon.
Exploring the Origins of the
Universe
Kallen, Stuart A.
17467
EN
UG
7.8
2.0
NF
9310
N
N
-
-
-
Discusses various beliefs about the
origin and nature of the universe and
the studies of scientists who have
advanced our understanding of the
universe.
Extraordinary People
Ashby, Ruth
61551
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
7965
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the Civil War
focusing on some extraordinary people
of its time.
87300
EN
UG
7.2 13.0
NF
73433
N
N
-
-
-
This autobiography chronicles the
author's coming-of-age in the 1960s,
when he was recruited and trained as a
con man by an experienced young
carny and became an expert himself,
soon facing off against his former
mentor.
Eyeing the Flash: The Education of Fenton, Peter
a Carnival Con Artist
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Title
Faith Ringgold
Author
Turner, Robyn
Montana
Falling Leaves: The True Story of
An Unwanted Chinese Daughter
Mah, Adeline Yen
Famous People of the Middle Ages Trembinski, Donna
Word
Number Lang IL
11112 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
5283 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- A portrait of the African-American
woman artist and writer.
31231
EN
UG
7.1 15.0
NF
85115
N
N
-
-
-
This is a compelling story of a girl's
journey into adulthood, relating the
harsh realities of growing up as a
Chinese female in a family and society
that kept girls in emotional chains.
103174
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
6679
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a short study of the
famous people of the Middle Ages,
including Justinian I and Charlemagne,
Eleanor of Aquitaine and Isabella I,
Charles Martel, religious leaders and
scholars, artists, explorers, and many
more.
65652
EN
UG
7.5 33.0
NF
189086
N
N
-
-
-
This is Fridtjof Nansen's account of his
1893 expedition to reach the North Pole.
Farthest North
Nansen, Fridtjof
Father Abraham: Lincoln and His
Sons
Holzer, Harold
142728
EN
MG
7.7
9.0
NF
49547
N
N
-
-
-
Opening up the Lincoln family album,
this book highlights the family's
heartaches and happiness and follows
the Lincolns after Robert's death to the
end of the ancestral line.
Father Junipero Serra: Founder of
California Missions
Genet, Donna
16013
EN
MG
7.3
4.0
NF
21041
N
N
-
-
-
Traces the life of Father Junepero Serra
from his childhood on the Spanish island
of Majorca, his duties and travels as a
missionary, to his death in 1784.
The Father of Anatomy: Galen and Yount, Lisa
His Dissections
131724
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
15243
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of ancient
Greek physician Galen, whose
dissections of animals led to discoveries
about human anatomy.
The Father of Geometry: Euclid
and His 3-D World
139105
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
10145
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life of
ancient Greek mathematician Euclid,
known as the father of geometry and
author of the mathematics textbook
ELEMENTS.
52316
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
9237
N
N
-
-
-
This is a collection of biographies of the
dynamic personalities and trailblazing
exploits of seven pioneers of air flight.
Hightower, Paul
Feathers, Flaps, & Flops: Fabulous Zaunders, Bo
Early Fliers
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Title
Ferdinand Magellan
Author
Bastable, Tony
Ferdinand Magellan
Reid, Struan
Ferdinand Magellan:
Circumnavigating the World
Bailey, Katharine
Ferdinand Magellan: The First
Voyage Around the World
Burnett Ph.D., Betty
Fidel Castro, Leader of Communist Rees, Fran
Cuba
Word
Number Lang IL
72711 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
9707 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book profiles Portuguese explorer
Ferdinand Magellan, the first person
known to have sailed around the world,
and introduces some of the lands,
people, plants, and animals he
discovered on his journeys.
48583
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
7495
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Ferdinand
Magellan.
103088
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
5245
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores the life and
adventures of sixteenth-century
Portuguese explorer Ferdinand
Magellan and describes his voyages
and mission to discover a westward
passage from Spain to the Spice
Islands.
62653
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
13699
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and voyage
of the sixteenth-century Portuguese sea
captain who commanded the first
expedition to sail around the world.
104882
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
13572
N
N
-
-
-
This biography studies the life of Fidel
Castro, who led an overthrow of the
Cuban government in 1959 and made
his country an enemy of the United
States.
Find Where the Wind Goes:
Moments from My Life
Jemison, Mae
52613
EN
MG
7.2
7.0
NF
40257
N
N
-
-
-
What does it take to go from a fear of
heights to dancing above the
stratosphere as the world's first woman
of color to travel into space? Dr. Mae
Jemison shares funny and inspirational
anecdotes from moments in her life.
The First Woman Doctor
Baker, Rachel
6417
EN
MG
7.8 10.0
NF
56434
N
N
-
-
N
The story of Elizabeth Blackwell, the first
woman doctor.
The Flight of Red Bird: The Life of
Zitkala-sa
Rappaport, Doreen
25907
EN
UG
7.1
NF
33879
N
N
-
-
-
Chronicles through her own letters,
speeches, and stories, the experiences
of a Yankton Indian woman whose life
spanned the end of the nineteenth and
the beginning of the twentieth century.
6.0
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Title
Florence Sabin
Author
Campbell, Robin
Word
Number Lang IL
29708 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
8517 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of scientist
Florence Sabin, who became the first
female professor at Johns Hopkins
University, the first woman elected to
the National Academy of Sciences, and
the first female president of the
American Association of Anatomists.
Flying Higher: The Women Airforce Langley, Wanda
Service Pilots of World War II
61223
EN
UG
7.8
5.0
NF
29340
N
N
-
-
-
Although they didn't see combat in
World War II, the Women Airforce
Service Pilots belong to an interesting
and important chapter in the history of
women in the military and in aviation.
This is their story.
Follow in Their Footsteps
71269
EN
MG
7.3
6.0
NF
36644
N
N
-
-
-
This is a book of brief biographies of ten
note-worthy African Americans,
including C.G. Woodson, Dorothy
Height, Thurgood Marshall, Charlemae
Rollins, and Alex Haley, with a skit
about each to be acted out.
Four Perfect Pebbles: A Holocaust Perl, Lila
Story
58893
EN
MG
7.3
4.0
NF
22272
N
N
-
-
N
The author tells the story of her family's
experiences as Jews in Hitler's
Germany, tracing their horrifying journey
from their home country to Holland and
back again, living in refugee, transit, and
prison camps. The coauthor is Marion
Blumenthal Lazan.
Fran Tarkenton
Hulm, David
62578
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
11728
N
N
-
-
-
This book outlines the life and victories
of Minnesota Vikings and New York
Giants football legend Fran Tarkenton,
who became a successful businessman
at the end of his football career.
Francis Marion: Swamp Fox of
South Carolina
Kaufman, Scott
119075
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
10949
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
colonial leader Francis Marion, who
achieved notable successes leading
guerrilla forces against the British in
South Carolina during the American
Revolution.
Turner, Glennette
Tilley
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Title
Francis Scott Key
Author
Whitcraft, Melissa
Francisco Coronado
Nardo, Don
54309
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
6057
N
Francisco Coronado: In Search of
the Seven Cities of Gold
Otfinoski, Steven
65391
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
9461
Francisco Dallmeier
Kloepfer, Deanne
102242
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
Francisco Pizarro: The Exploration Ramen, Fred
of Peru and the Conquest of the
Inca
73083
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
Francisco Vásquez de Coronado: Favor Ph.D., Lesli J.
Famous Journeys to the American
Southwest and Colonial New
Mexico
69165
EN
MG
7.9
101352
EN
MG
7.9
Frank Gehry
Lazo, Caroline
Evensen
Number Lang IL
13474 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 1.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography about the
Spanish explorer, Francisco Vásquez de
Coronado, who wanted to find the
legendary Seven Cities of Cíbola.
N
N
-
-
-
This is the story of Francisco Vásquez
de Coronado, the bold explorer whose
mission was to find the Seven Cities of
Cibola.
5722
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of Venezuelan-born
conservation biologist, Francisco
Dallmeier, chronicles his childhood, his
early interest in science, and his work
with animals and plants in the Amazon
rainforest. The coauthor is Patricia
Abarca.
NF
12197
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the life story of sixteenthcentury Spanish explorer Franciso
Pizarro, describes the culture of the
Incas, and chronicles the conquest of
their empire.
2.0
NF
12998
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Spanish
explorer Francisco Vasquez de
Coronado, who led an army of discovery
through the American southwest looking
for treasure.
2.0
NF
11983
N
N
-
-
-
In simple text with illustrations, this book
presents a brief biography of architect
Frank Gehry, describing his childhood,
his education, and his career as a
ground-breaking architect.
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5770 N
N
VP
Description
- Francis Scott Key is best known as the
poet who wrote the words to the United
States national anthem. Lesser known
are his contributions as an attorney, a
public servant, and an involved figure in
early U. S. history.
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Word
Title
Frank Lloyd Wright: Maverick
Architect
Author
Davis, Frances A.
Number Lang IL
26065 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
18987 N
N
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Spies, Karen
Bornemann
31457
EN
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Doak, Robin
56519
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Vander Hook, Sue
Franklin D. Roosevelt: The FourTerm President
Schuman, Michael A.
Franklin D. Roosevelt: ThirtySecond President of the United
States
Osinski, Alice
Franklin Delano Roosevelt: The
New Deal President
Haugen, Brenda
Franklin Pierce
Frederic Remington: Artist of the
American West
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.3
3.0
NF
18984
N
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
8366
121200
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
14723
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
881
EN
MG
7.7
105259
EN
MG
Young, Jeff C.
69757
EN
Plain, Nancy
70847
EN
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the 32nd
president of the United States, the only
man to be elected president four times.
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the thirtysecond president, who led the United
States during the Depression and World
War II.
14914
N
N
-
-
-
This biography details the life of Franklin
D. Roosevelt, focusing on his
presidency and actions during World
War II, which impacted world history.
NF
19754
N
N
-
-
-
Presents the personal and public life of
the thirty-second President of the United
States, giving particular emphasis to his
New Deal program.
2.0
NF
9674
N
N
-
-
-
Follows the life and career of America's
thirty-second President, who led the
country through the Depression and was
elected to four terms in the White
House.
7.2
2.0
NF
11984
N
N
-
-
-
This biography explores the life of
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, president of
the United States in the 1930s and
1940s, who helped the U.S. recover
from the Great Depression through his
New Deal programs and led the nation
through most of World War II.
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
5664
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the New
Hampshire politician who served as
president during a period of increasing
bitterness between the North and the
South.
UG
7.6
4.0
NF
25425
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of America's
most famous frontier artist.
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Description
- A biography of the innovative American
architect whose ideas influenced the
direction of design in the twentieth
century.
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Word
Title
Frederick Douglass: A Noble Life
Author
Adler, David A.
Frederick Douglass: A Voice for
Freedom in the 1800s
Wilson, Camilla J.
126500
EN
Frederick Douglass: Freedom's
Force
Time-Life Editors
40270
Frederick Douglass: From Slavery
to Statesman
Elliot, Henry
Frederick Douglass: Speaking out
Against Slavery
Schraff, Anne
Freedom Fighter: William Wallace
and Scotland's Battle for
Independence
Nardo, Don
Freedom Riders: John Lewis and
Bausum, Ann
Jim Zwerg on the Front Lines of the
Civil Rights Movement
Number Lang IL
137050 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 6.0 NF
Count Book RP
34806 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
15130
N
EN
UG
7.7
3.0
NF
19300
133643
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
60918
EN
UG
7.9
3.0
134507
EN
MG+
7.1
107660
EN
MG
7.8
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the African
American civil rights worker who was
born a slave and worked throughout his
adult life to end slavery.
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and times of
Frederick Douglass, a man who
escaped slavery and became an orator,
writer, and leader in the anti-slavery
movement in the nineteenth century.
12376
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of abolitionist
Frederick Douglass, discussing his
years as a slave, his escape to freedom,
his efforts to bring about an end to
slavery both before and during the Civil
War, and his work on behalf of the
newly freed slaves.
NF
19287
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the former
slave who became America's leading
proponent for freedom and equality in
the nineteenth century.
1.0
NF
7256
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
Scottish hero and patriot William
Wallace, discussing his youth and early
adulthood, experiences as a warrior,
and attempts to reclaim the Scottish
throne from the English. The text
contains descriptions of violence.
3.0
NF
14243
N
N
-
-
-
The freedom ride of John Lewis and Jim
Zwerg into the South in 1961 as part of
the Civil Rights Movement is recounted
in this book.
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Description
- Born into slavery and raised under
brutal conditions, Frederick Douglass
became a pivotal figure in U.S. history
as an orator, journalist, author, advisor
to President Abraham Lincoln, and
ambassador to Haiti.
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Title
Author
Freedom Walkers: The Story of the Freedman, Russell
Montgomery Bus Boycott
Word
Number Lang IL
107528 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
17804 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
N On December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks
refused to move to the back of the bus
and give up her seat to a white man.
This refusal to give up her dignity
sparked the Montgomery bus boycott, a
yearlong struggle and a major victory in
the civil rights movement.
The French and Indian War
Laager, Hollie
110606
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
4508
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the events leading
to the French and Indian War and how
that war helped shape the future of the
nation.
Frida Kahlo
Laidlaw, Jill A.
74358
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
7209
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life, art, and
legacy of the artist Frida Kahlo, and
includes a timeline linking the events in
her life with world events.
Frida Kahlo: Mexican Artist
Berne, Emma
Carlson
133899
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
14627
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life of
Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, discussing
some of the many difficulties she
endured throughout her life, including
polio, a near-fatal bus accident, and her
tempestuous marriage to fellow artist
Diego Rivera.
From China to America: The Story
of Amy Tan
O'Keefe, Sherry
139975
EN
UG
7.6
3.0
NF
15877
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the childhood
and literary accomplishments of novelist
Amy Tan, whose work became a voice
for her Chinese American heritage and
source of strength for young readers.
From Emporia: The Story of
William Allen White
Buller, Beverley
Olson
126986
EN
MG
7.6
4.0
NF
22212
N
N
-
-
-
Photographs, newspaper excerpts, and
text chronicle the life of newspaper
editor and publisher William Allen White,
discussing his childhood, pride for his
hometown of Emporia, Kansas,
influence on American journalism, and
other related topics.
Frontier Merchants: Lionel and
Barron Jacobs and the Jewish
Pioneers Who Settled the West
Stanley, Jerry
25839
EN
MG
7.9
4.0
NF
19965
N
N
-
-
-
Tells the story of Lionel and Barron
Jacobs, Jewish merchants who started
with a general store in Tucson in 1867.
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Title
Funny in Farsi: A Memoir of
Growing Up Iranian in America
Author
Dumas, Firoozeh
Word
Number Lang IL
76686 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 9.0 NF
Count Book RP
51377 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- In 1972, when she was seven, Firoozeh
Dumas and her family moved from Iran
to Southern California, arriving with no
firsthand knowledge of this country
beyond her father's glowing memories
of his graduate school years here.
Futebol: Soccer, the Brazilian Way Bellos, Alex
70630
EN
UG
7.1 20.0
NF
116286
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the history of soccer in
Brazil, discussing how the sport has
changed through the years, why Brazil
has one of the strongest soccer teams
in the world, and how the country's
history has been shaped by soccer.
Galileo
Mason, Paul
48586
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
8248
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Galileo.
Galileo Galilei
Goldsmith, Mike
64613
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
5704
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and work of
the scientist who was brought to trial for
his views of the universe.
Galileo Galilei
Boekhoff, P.M.
74211
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5358
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the early childhood,
education, interests, and inventions of
Galileo, as well as how his studies led to
conflict with the Church and tradition.
The coauthor is Stuart A. Kallen.
Galileo: Astronomer and Physicist
Doak, Robin S.
85202
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
11015
N
N
-
-
-
Galileo Galilei, a sixteenth-century
Italian astronomer, revolutionized
science by promoting Copernicus's
theory that Earth revolves around the
Sun.
Galileo: Astronomer and Physicist
(Revised Edition)
Hightower, Paul
122648
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
13318
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
seventeenth-century Italian astronomer
and physicist Galileo and includes
related activities for readers.
Gamal Abdel Nasser
Witte, Sam
101794
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
13094
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and
leadership skills of Egyptian president
Gamal Abdel Nasser, who led the revolt
that overthrew King Farouk in 1952 and
established Egypt as a republic.
The Game
Sanna, Lindsey
119798
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
8552
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist The Game.
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Title
Gandhi, Great Soul
Author
Severance, John B.
Gandhi: Fighter Without a Sword
Eaton, Jeanette
Gandhi: His Life, His Struggles, His de Lambilly,
Words
Elisabeth
Word
Number Lang IL
19545 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.9 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
21648 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- A biography of the twentieth-century
hero, Ghandi.
898
EN
UG
7.6 10.0
NF
55128
N
N
-
-
-
Mohandas Gandhi, one of the world's
greatest figures, has already become a
legend. In this story, the author shows
him as a human being.
142729
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
10959
N
N
-
-
-
This book offers a brief look at the life
and ideas of Mahatma Gandhi, who led
a revolution of passive resistance in
India that forced change, yet was in
keeping with his Hindu beliefs.
Garth Brooks
Roberts, Jack L.
51514
EN
UG
7.9
4.0
NF
21823
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life, career, and
success of recording artist Garth
Brooks, who is credited with helping to
introduce country music to the
mainstream.
Garth Brooks: Chart-Bustin'
Country
Howey, Paul
26055
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
7576
N
N
-
-
-
Follows the life and work of the popular
singer-songwriter who went from
struggling musician to multimillionaire.
Garth Brooks: Country Music
Superstar
Wren, Laura Lee
61128
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
17505
N
N
-
-
-
This book offers a brief introduction to
the life and career of country singer
Garth Brooks, discussing his childhood
in Oklahoma, his troubled marriage, and
his musical success.
Gary Payton
Blatt, Howard
4679
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
11496
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the toughtalking point guard for the Seattle Sonics
who was named the NBA Defensive
Player of the Year in 1996.
Gary Payton: Star Guard
Bernstein, Ross
2527
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
13683
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the personal life and
professional career of the guard for the
Seattle SuperSonics, Gary Payton.
Gary Soto
Orr, Tamra
100499
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
12962
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a brief biography of
author Gary Soto, including his writing
process and methods, inspirations, a
critical discussion of his books, a
biographical timeline, and awards he
has received.
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Title
Author
Genius: A Photobiography of Albert Delano, Marfe
Einstein
Ferguson
Word
Number Lang IL
86358 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
9065 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography of the famous physicist,
Albert Einstein, shows how one man,
using only thought and imagination,
changed the way we view the universe.
George & Martha Washington
Ashby, Ruth
81159
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
11056
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the personal
history of George and Martha
Washington, as well as the historical
events that shaped their time in office.
George A. Custer
Marcovitz, Hal
55876
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
7741
N
N
-
-
-
This book is the life of the Civil War
general whose controversial fame rests
chiefly on the disaster at the Little Big
Horn in 1876.
George Armstrong Custer: The
Indian Wars and the Battle of the
Little Big Horn
Anderson, Paul
Christopher
72326
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
12575
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
American general who is best
remembered for his defeat at the Battle
of the Little Bighorn.
George Balanchine: America Ballet Kristy, Davida
Master
26066
EN
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
20551
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the Russian born
choreographer largely responsible for
popularizing and developing ballet in the
United States.
George Bush: America's 41st
President
86721
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
13018
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of the forty-first president
of the United States provides
information about George Bush's
childhood, family, political career,
presidency, and legacy.
1513
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
12553
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography emphasizing the
political career of the forty-first
president.
Ochester, Betsy
George Bush: Forty-First President Kent, Zachary
of the United States
George Clooney
Henricks, Dana
129982
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
8032
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of George Clooney
discusses his professional
accomplishments as an actor, director,
and producer, along with his actions as
an advocate for human rights.
George Eastman: Bringing
Photography to the People
Pflueger, Lynda
60699
EN
UG
7.7
3.0
NF
18211
N
N
-
-
-
This book follows the life and career of
the man who revolutionized
photography by developing a camera
simple enough for anyone to use.
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Quiz
Word
Title
George Gershwin: American
Composer
Author
Reef, Catherine
Number Lang IL
47539 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 3.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
George Gordon Meade: Union
General
Adelson, Bruce
55877
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
8409
N
N
-
-
-
This book relates events in the personal
and professional life of George Gordon
Meade, who was chosen to lead the
Union Army of the Potomac into one of
the bloodiest battles of the Civil War, the
Battle of Gettysburg.
George H.W. Bush
O'Shei, Tim
72391
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
6362
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of George Bush,
who served as Vice President under
Ronald Reagan and led the country
during the 1991 Persian Gulf War. The
coauthor is Joe Marren.
George H.W. Bush
Schuman, Michael
87163
EN
UG
7.9
4.0
NF
20364
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores the life of the fortyfirst president, including his service in
the Navy, his years in politics, and his
impact on United States history.
George Lucas
Riehecky, Janet
48602
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
8471
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the life story of George
Lucas and analyzes his aims and
achievements in the motion picture
industry.
George Lucas
White, Dana
4405
EN
MG
7.4
4.0
NF
20575
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of the man who
became well-known for his Star Wars
movies, from his childhood in California
to his career in films.
George Lucas: Creator of Star
Wars
Rau, Dana Meachen
1750
EN
UG
7.4
2.0
NF
11961
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the story of a great
motion picture producer and director.
George McClellan: Union General
Kelley, Brent
55878
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
8377
N
N
-
-
-
This book relates events in the personal
and professional life of George Brinton
McClellan, who served as the
commander of the Army of the Potomac
and the general in chief of the Union
armies.
AR BookGuide™
Count Book RP
19238 N
N
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of the
American Jewish composer who created
a new kind of music that has lasted
beyond the fashion of his time.
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Title
George S. Patton: World War II
General & Military Innovator
Author
Gitlin, Martin
Word
Number Lang IL
135679 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.9 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
13669 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography profiles the life and
military career of George S. Patton,
discussing his schooling, his roles in
World War I and World War II, his rise to
the rank of general, and his death.
George vs. George: The American Schanzer, Rosalyn
Revolution as Seen from Both
Sides
82899
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9405
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores how the characters
and lives of King George III of England
and George Washington affected the
progress and outcome of the American
Revolution.
George W. & Laura Bush
Ashby, Ruth
81160
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
11384
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the personal
history of George W. and Laura Bush,
as well as the historical events that
shaped their time in office.
George W. Bush
O'Shei, Tim
72392
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
6424
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of George Walker
Bush, who was inaugurated president of
the United States in 2001. The coauthor
is Joe Marren.
George W. Bush
Durrett, Deanne
64848
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
4712
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the early life of
George W. Bush, his career as a
businessman and governor of Texas,
the controversial election of 2000, and
his first year in office as president of the
United States.
George W. Bush: From Texas to
the White House
Hughes, Libby
74392
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
19864
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of George
W. Bush, discussing his childhood in
Texas, his youth and college years, his
work as an oil man and owner of a
baseball team, and his political career
as governor of Texas, and President of
the United States.
George W. Bush: President in a
Turbulent World
Zollman, Pam
111760
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
19248
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles George W. Bush's life
from youth through his successes and
failures in the oil business and up to his
current challenges as the president of
the United States.
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Quiz
Word
Title
George Washington
Author
Leighton, Marian
Number Lang IL
83358 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
21437 N
N
George Washington
Ingram, Scott
66738
EN
George Washington
Feinstein, Stephen
69758
George Washington
Snyder, Gail
George Washington Carver
Miller, Raymond H.
George Washington Carver
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
16199
N
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
5894
63030
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
87706
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
Bolden, Tonya
120820
EN
MG
7.4
George Washington Carver: From
Slave to Scientist
Benge, Janet
89099
EN
MG
George Washington Carver:
Scientist and Inventor
Kramer, Barbara
60919
EN
UG
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of George
Washington, our first president of the
United States.
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of America's
first president, known as the "Father of
his Country."
6281
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the first
president of the United States, focusing
on his childhood and young adulthood.
NF
4652
N
N
-
-
-
This biography is an introduction to the
life of the African American scientist who
overcame great hardship to make
unusual and important discoveries in the
field of agriculture.
1.0
NF
4667
N
N
-
-
-
With imagination and intellect, Carver
developed hundreds of unexpected
products from everyday plants. This
book reveals what an exceptionally
uncommon man Carver was: trailblazing
scholar, innovative scientist, and
impassioned educator.
7.3
7.0
NF
42430
N
N
-
-
-
This narrative biography of George
Washington Carver descrbes the
disadvantages and prejudices he
overcame to become a brilliant scientist
and a gifted professor. The coauthor is
Geoff Benge.
7.4
3.0
NF
18826
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the dynamic man who
began life as a slave and became an
artist, agriculturist, university professor,
and public speaker who addressed the
House Ways and Means Committee on
the issue of import tariffs in 1921.
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Description
- Through text and illustrations, this book
examines the life of George
Washington, highlighting his childhood,
military career, and memorable
presidency.
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Title
George Washington Carver:
Scientist, Inventor, and Teacher
Author
Burgan, Michael
George Washington Carver: The
Genius Behind the Peanut
Wilson, Camilla J.
George Washington Carver: The
Life of the Great American
Agriculturist
George Washington, Spymaster:
How the Americans Outspied the
British and Won the Revolutionary
War
Word
Number Lang IL
112525 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
12329 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- George Washington Carver rose to
prominence at the Tuskegee Institute,
where he was a popular teacher and
esteemed researcher. Carver is best
known for his work with peanuts,
inventing more than 300 products from
them.
103121
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
17285
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of George Washington
Carver discusses the life of the African
American scientist whose agricultural
research revolutionized the economy of
the South.
Edwards, Linda
McMurry
72327
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
13793
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
agriculturist who worked to improve the
lives of poor farmers in the South, but is
remembered best as the "Peanut Man".
Allen, Thomas B.
75828
EN
MG
7.9
4.0
NF
21386
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Revolutionary
War general and first President of the
United States George Washington,
focusing on his use of spies to gather
intelligence that helped the colonies win
the war.
George Washington: America's 1st January, Brendan
President
74769
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
12908
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of the Virginia
surveyor, soldier, and plantation owner
who became the first president of the
United States.
114823
EN
MG
7.3
4.0
NF
23379
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the life story of George
Washington, explaining how he came to
lead the Continental Army and
describing his years as the first
president of the United States.
87042
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
17534
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of
George Washington and chronicles his
life from a Virginia country boy to the
presidency of the new United States.
The coauthor is Pat Perrin.
George Washington: An American
Life
Calkhoven, Laurie
George Washington: Creating a
Nation
Coleman, Wim
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Word
Title
George Washington: First
President of the United States
Author
Kent, Zachary
George Washington: First U.S.
President
Mello, Tara Baukus
46988
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
8217
N
George Washington: Leader of a
New Nation
Osborne, Mary Pope
80489
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
13673
135680
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
George Washington: The Man Who Krensky, Stephen
Would Not Be King
65963
EN
MG
7.0
3.0
George Washington: True Patriot
Benge, Janet
89100
EN
MG
7.6
Georgia O'Keeffe
Thomson, Ruth
74359
EN
MG
Gerald R. Ford
O'Shei, Tim
69759
EN
Gerald R. Ford: America's 38th
President
Stein, R. Conrad
86723
EN
George Washington: Revolutionary Earl, Sari
Leader & Founding Father
Number Lang IL
851 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 2.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of George
Washington, the general who led the
American army in the Revolutionary War
and then became the first president of
the United States.
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the first
president of the United States.
14435
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
military career of Revolutionary War
hero and the first president of the United
States, George Washington.
NF
19761
N
N
-
-
-
This is the story of George Washington,
the legendary American who set the
standards for a country and its future
Presidents to look up to and follow.
9.0
NF
48991
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a narrative
biography of the life of George
Washington, Commander in Chief of the
Continental Army and first president of
the United States. The coauthor is Geoff
Benge.
7.5
1.0
NF
7399
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the life of the
twentieth-century American painter who
drew much of her artistic inspiration
from nature.
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
6164
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the thirty-eighth
president of the United States, who
became president upon the resignation
of Richard Nixon.
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
12461
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of the thirty-eighth
president of the United States provides
information about Gerald R. Ford's
childhood, family, political career,
presidency, and legacy.
AR BookGuide™
Count Book RP
10565 N
N
VP
Description
- Traces the life of the Virginia surveyor,
soldier, and plantation owner who
became the first president of the United
States.
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Word
Title
Geronimo
Author
Schwarz, Melissa
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 5.0 NF
Count Book RP
25307 N
N
Geronimo: Apache Warrior
Haugen, Brenda
100272
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
11345
N
The Gettysburg Address
Price Hossell, Karen
103658
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
8533
Gifted Sister: The Story of Fanny
Mendelssohn
Shichtman, Sandra
H.
116416
EN
UG
7.8
4.0
NF
Girl Walks into a Bar: A Memoir
Saroyan, Strawberry
78325
EN
UG
7.0 10.0
Girls Think of Everything: Stories of Thimmesh, Catherine
Ingenious Inventions by Women
43785
EN
MG
7.4
Gloria Estefan
47455
EN
MG
7.3
Benson, Michael
Number Lang IL
10009 EN MG
RV
-
LS
-
N
-
-
-
An Apache leader, Geronimo's name
was known throughout the United States
and Mexico. Journey through the old
Southwest and experience his
childhood, life as a warrior, and his final
days.
N
N
-
-
-
This book provides an analysis of the
Gettysburg Address given by President
Abraham Lincoln as part of a dedication
ceremony for Civil War deaths and
provides background on slavery,
Lincoln's presidency, the Civil War, and
the Battle of Gettysburg.
20516
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of Fanny
Mendelssohn, discussing her own
accomplishments in music, a field she
was unable to pursue because of the
social and family restrictions of early
nineteenth-century Germany. The
coauthor is Dorothy Indenbaum.
NF
57867
N
N
-
-
-
Strawberry Saroyan traces her journey
from girl to womanhood, as well as from
fantasy to reality, taking a handful of the
most striking and formative episodes of
her youth and bringing them to life,
showing the pivotal scenes.
2.0
NF
8630
N
N
-
-
N
This book tells the story of how women
through the ages have responded to
situations confronting them in daily life
by inventing items such as correction
fluid, space helmets, and disposable
diapers.
3.0
NF
16998
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of the
Cuban-born singer, composer and
entertainer.
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Description
- Biography of the greatest war leader of
the Apache Indians.
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Title
Gloria Steinem: Champion of
Women's Rights
Author
Attebury, Nancy
Garhan
Gold in the Water: The True Story
of Ordinary Men and Their
Extraordinary Dream of Olympic
Glory
Mullen, P.H.
The Golden Age and Beyond
Word
Number Lang IL
105260 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11255 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography explores the life of Gloria
Steinem, a writer and leading supporter
of the women's liberation movement in
the United States.
69792
EN
UG
7.9 23.0
NF
128223
N
N
-
-
-
This book follows the Olympic journey of
U.S. swimmers who trained for two
years at the Santa Clara Swim Club in
northern California in preparation for the
2000 games.
Hamilton, John
110208
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
4018
N
N
-
-
-
This book provides a definition of
science fiction and looks at the lives and
accomplishments of some of our
twentieth century authors.
The Grateful Dead
McIntosh, Kenneth
118468
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
9079
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the history of the
rock band the Grateful Dead, who were
inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of
Fame in 1994, and today, their music is
still heard over the radio waves.
The Great and Only Barnum: The
Tremendous, Stupendous Life of
Showman P.T. Barnum
Fleming, Candace
131627
EN
MG
7.0
5.0
NF
30520
N
N
-
-
-
Known far and wide for his jumbo
elephants, midgets, and three-ring
circuses, this book takes a complete
and captivating look at P.T. Barnum, the
man behind the GREATEST SHOW ON
EARTH.
The Great Depression and World
War II (1929-1945)
Gitlin, Marty
118428
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
9909
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the presidential
administrations of Herbert Hoover and
Franklin D. Roosevelt, profiling their
early years, political careers,
presidencies during the Great
Depression and World War II, and their
legacies.
Great Goalies
Bliss, Jonathan
13306
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
7510
N
N
-
-
-
Biographies of hockey's greatest
goalies.
The Great Little Madison
Fritz, Jean
6021
EN
MG
7.7
6.0
NF
35483
N
N
-
-
N
This biography traces the life and
contributions of the sickly child with the
small voice who grew up to become the
fourth president of the United States.
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Title
The Great Philosopher: Plato and
His Pursuit of Knowledge
Author
Gow, Mary
The Great Thinker: Aristotle and
the Foundations of Science
Gow, Mary
Great Women Comedians
Word
Number Lang IL
139106 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
13856 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography chronicles the life of
ancient Greek philosopher Plato, whose
written works have been passed down
through centuries and are still an
influence today.
139107
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
14586
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life of
ancient Greek philosopher and scientist
Aristotle, whose writings on zoology,
logic, the philosophy of nature,
metaphysics, ethics, politics, and literary
criticism influenced Western thought for
hundreds of years.
Stewart, Gail B.
63795
EN
UG
7.4
4.0
NF
21913
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the careers of such
women as Gracie Allen, Lucille Ball,
Whoopi Goldberg, Roseanne, and Ellen
DeGeneres and the impact they had on
comedy.
The Greatest Mathematician:
Archimedes and His Eureka!
Moment
Hightower, Paul
133029
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
11018
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of ancient
Greek mathematician Archimedes, who
invented the compound pulley and other
machines and made contributions to
mathematics.
The Greatest: Muhammad Ali
Myers, Walter Dean
46859
EN
UG
7.8
6.0
NF
31117
N
N
-
-
N
This is the story of Muhammad Ali,
through his childhood, his rise as a
champion, his politics, and his battle
against Parkinson's disease.
Gregory Hines
DeAngelis, Gina
29744
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
15865
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life and career of
Gregory Hines, actor and dancer.
The Groundbreaking, ChanceTaking Life of George Washington
Carver and Science & Invention in
America
Harness, Cheryl
120733
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
16014
N
N
-
-
-
This narrative follows Carver as he
pioneers hundreds of new uses for
plants and revolutionizes American
agriculture by teaching farmers the
value of rotating cotton with nitrogenrich crops.
Grover Cleveland
Young, Jeff C.
72393
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
6249
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the twenty-second
president of the United States.
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Title
Grover Cleveland: America's 22nd
and 24th President
Author
Ochester, Betsy
Grover Cleveland: Twenty-Second Kent, Zachary
and Twenty-Fourth
President...United States
Word
Number Lang IL
87427 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
12654 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography follows the life of U.S.
President Grover Cleveland, who was
the mayor of Buffalo as well governor of
New York before becoming the first
Democrat to be elected and serve two
terms as American president.
872
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
12006
N
N
-
-
-
This book follows the life of the
minister's son, who rose from being an
honest city lawyer to serve two terms as
American President.
64614
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
6651
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and work of
the Italian inventor Marconi, who was a
pioneer in the development of the radio.
Guglielmo Marconi: Radio Pioneer Birch, Beverley
60487
EN
UG
7.9
2.0
NF
12259
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and work of
the Italian inventor, who was a pioneer
in the development of the radio.
Gus Grissom: A Space Biography
Bredeson, Carmen
18473
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
4956
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of one of America's first
seven astronauts, focusing on the
training and the career of Gus Grissom.
Gwen Stefani
Kallen, Stuart A.
126799
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
10906
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of rock star Gwen
Stefani chronicles her personal and
professional life and career, along with
her many achievements and awards.
Gwendolyn Brooks: "Poetry Is Life
Distilled"
Hill, Christine M.
100884
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
19368
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of the
African American poet who won the
Pulitzer Prize in 1950 and whose poems
reflect the experiences, racism, and
urban poverty of African Americans.
Hakeem Olajuwon: Star Center
Torres, John Albert
21011
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
13351
N
N
-
-
-
Covers the life and career of Hakeem
Olajuwon of the Houston Rockets.
Halle Berry
Hinds, Maurene J.
129485
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
8570
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life and
career of Halle Berry, discussing her
childhood, family, acting roles,
marriages, and awards.
Halle Berry: "Beauty Is Not Just
Physical"
Schuman, Michael
106741
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
15668
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of Halle Berry provides
information on her childhood, her family
life, her education, and her career as a
model and actress.
Guglielmo Marconi
Goldsmith, Mike
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Word
Title
Hammerin' Hank Greenberg:
Baseball Pioneer
Author
Sommer, Shelley
Number Lang IL
142814 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
22453 N
N
Hank Aaron
Spencer, Lauren
62654
EN
Hank Aaron
Kappes, Serena
110784
Hank Aaron: Home Run Hero
Morrison, Jessica
Hans and Sophie Scholl: German
Resisters of the White Rose
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
13147
N
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
18886
140444
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
Axelrod, Toby
46536
EN
UG
7.9
2.0
Hanson: MMMBop to the Top
Matthews, Jill
21753
EN
MG
7.0
Harriet Beecher Stowe: The Voice
of Humanity in White America
Elliot, Henry
133644
EN
MG
Harriet Tubman
Burns, Bree
29715
EN
MG
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the man who replaced
Babe Ruth as "America's Home Run
King" and also set records for RBIs and
total bases run, despite the pressures of
being one of the few black major league
players in the 1950s.
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life and
baseball career of legendary home run
hitter Hank Aaron.
19649
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of Hank Aaron, the last
African American League player to
move into the big leagues, discusses his
childhood in a small Alabama town, his
accomplishments as a baseball player,
and the impact he continues to have
today.
NF
12083
N
N
-
-
-
This biography describes the lives of the
brother and sister, Hans and Sophie
Scholl, who were among the founders of
a group called the White Rose, a secret
group that opposed Hitler's Nazi
government.
5.0
NF
30674
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the Hansons that tells
how they got to the top.
7.8
2.0
NF
12540
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of
Harriet Beecher Stowe, who wrote the
popular and controversial novel UNCLE
TOM'S CABIN after she witnessed the
injustice and cruelty of slavery.
7.0
1.0
NF
8385
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the AfricanAmerican woman best known for her
work with the Underground Railroad,
describing her childhood as a slave, her
escape to the North, her work during the
Civil War, and more.
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Description
- Joining the Detroit Tigers in 1930, Hank
Greenberg, sometimes called "the
Jewish Babe Ruth," battled antiSemitism on and off the field.
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Title
Harriet Tubman
Author
Halvorsen, Lisa
Harriet Tubman: Moses of the
Underground Railroad
Schraff, Anne
Harry Houdini: Death-Defying
Showman
Mullin, Rita Thievon
Harry S. Truman
Harry S. Truman
Word
Number Lang IL
62943 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
16779 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of the African
American woman who escaped from
slavery, led slaves to freedom on the
Underground Railroad, aided Northern
troops during the Civil War, and worked
for women's suffrage.
49975
EN
UG
7.5
3.0
NF
18507
N
N
-
-
-
This book sorts myth from truth, this
book breathes new life into the story of
the most famous "conductor" on the
Underground Railroad.
143518
EN
MG
7.5
4.0
NF
24409
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of
magician, illusionist, and showman
Harry Houdini, discussing his childhood,
death-defying feats, relationships, and
other exploits.
Lazo, Caroline
Evensen
66972
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
16882
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the private life and
political career of Harry S. Truman, who
served as president from 1945 to 1953.
Alter, Judy
69760
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
5862
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of the president
who ordered the dropping of nuclear
bombs on Japan.
14064
EN
MG
7.8
4.0
NF
24979
N
N
-
-
-
Focuses on the personality, early life,
family, career, and significant
contributions of President Truman.
882
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
11718
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life and political
career of the statesman from Missouri
who became President of the United
States following the death of Franklin D.
Roosevelt in 1945.
51217
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
5020
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Hatsheput, a
queen in ancient Egypt who declared
herself king and ruled as such for more
than twenty years.
123538
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
14023
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and times
of the first and most powerful female
pharaoh of ancient Egypt, Hatshepsut.
Harry S. Truman: 33rd President of Collins, David R.
the United States
Harry S. Truman: Thirty-Third
President of the United States
Hargrove, Jim
Hatshepsut, His Majesty, Herself
Andronik, Catherine
M.
Hatshepsut: Egypt's First Female
Pharaoh
Dell, Pamela
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Word
Title
Hatshepsut: The Princess Who
Became King
Author
Galford, Ellen
Hawk: Occupation: Skateboarder
Hawk, Tony
62806
EN
The Head Coaches
Wilker, Josh
4693
Heath Ledger: Talented Actor
Watson, Stephanie
Helen Gurley Brown: The Queen of Falkof, Lucille
Cosmopolitan
Number Lang IL
88812 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
7430 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.0 13.0
NF
75898
N
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
10945
133948
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
14173
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
VP
Description
- This biography details the life of the
royal daughter who became one of the
few females to rule Egypt.
N
-
-
-
This book details the life of Tony Hawk,
describing the evolution of a champion
who chose a skateboard over more
traditional sports. The coauthor is Sean
Mortimer.
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the coaching
careers of some notable personalities
from the National Basketball
Association, including Red Auerbach,
Phil Jackson, Pat Riley, and Lenny
Wilkens.
12857
N
N
-
-
-
This biography looks at the life and
accomplishments of actor Heath Ledger,
discussing his youth in Australia, the
progression of his career, his starring
roles, his relationship with Michelle
Williams and the birth of his daughter,
and his death.
NF
11181
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of Cosmopolitan
Magazine's editor and chief, who is the
author of several books and a television
personality.
Helen Hayes
Kittredge, Mary
8360
EN
MG
7.7
4.0
NF
20398
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the celebrated American
actress.
Helen Keller
Wepman, Dennis
8363
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
19609
N
N
-
-
-
Describes how a woman left blind and
deaf from a childhood illness overcame
her handicaps to become a noted writer
and humanitarian.
Helen Keller: Lighting the Way for
the Blind and Deaf
Ford, Carin T.
49976
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
18879
N
N
-
-
-
This book transports readers back in
time, separating fact from legend in the
story of the deaf-blind child and the
teacher who found the key to her silent,
dark world.
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Title
Helen's Eyes: Photobiography of
Annie Sullivan, Helen Keller's
Teacher
Author
Delano, Marfé
Ferguson
Word
Number Lang IL
120973 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11445 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book provides photographs and
illustrations that chronicle the life of
Helen Keller's tutor, Annie Sullivan,
including how Annie overcame disability
and misfortune before achieving her
success as one of the most famous
educators of all time.
Hell Bent for Leather: Confessions Hunter, Seb
of a Heavy Metal Addict
86818
EN
UG
7.0 15.0
NF
90031
N
N
-
-
-
Seb Hunter recounts the fifteen years he
spent wasting his time trying to make it
as a heavy metal musician, sharing the
tough lessons he learned about music,
love, drugs, and disappointment along
the way.
Henri Matisse
Welton, Jude
74360
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
7154
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and career
of this French artist, describing and
giving examples of his work.
Henry B. Gonzalez: Congressman
of the People
Haugen, Brenda
100273
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
11614
N
N
-
-
-
During his 37 years in the U.S. House of
Representatives, Henry B. Gonzalez
was a voice for the poor and
downtrodden. He worked hard to make
the United States a place where people
were treated fairly.
Henry Clay: From "War Hawk" to
the "Great Compromiser"
Tibbitts, Alison Davis
70848
EN
UG
7.8
3.0
NF
18916
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
American statesman best remembered
for his initiation and support of political
compromise to keep the Union together
during the first half of the nineteenth
century.
Henry David Thoreau: Writer,
Thinker, Naturalist
McCarthy, Pat
70849
EN
UG
7.3
4.0
NF
20281
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of
nineteenth-century American writer,
philosopher, and naturalist, Henry David
Thoreau.
Henry Ford
Burgan, Michael
56520
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
8824
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the man
responsible for mass-producing the
automobile in the early part of the
twentieth century.
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Title
Henry Ford
Author
Malam, John
Henry Ford: Building Cars for
Everyone
McCarthy, Pat
60701
EN
Henry Ford: Industrialist
Burgan, Michael
50175
Henry Hudson
Manning, Ruth
Henry Hudson: English Explorer of Sherman, Josepha
the Northwest Passage
Number Lang IL
48603 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
8061 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.5
4.0
NF
20285
N
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
12274
48587
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
62655
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
111509
EN
MG
7.5
VP
Description
- This book tells the life story of Henry
Ford and analyzes his aims and
achievements in the automobile
industry.
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
American inventor and industrialist who
is best known for making the automobile
practical, through both his revolutionary
assembly lines and his desire to make a
car every working man could afford.
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the life story and follows
the career of industrialist, Henry Ford.
8301
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the English
explorer and sea captain who explored
three North American waterways later
named for him--the Hudson River,
Hudson Bay, and Hudson Strait.
NF
13704
N
N
-
-
-
This book outlines the events of this
English explorer's famous Arctic
journeys and his search for the
Northwest Passage to Asia.
2.0
NF
9593
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and
accomplishments of the famed explorer
Henry Hudson, who lent his name to
several geographic locations in North
America.
Henry Hudson: In Search of the
Northwest Passage
Otfinoski, Steven
Henry Moore
O'Reilly, Sally
74361
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
7304
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and work of
the English sculptor, describing and
giving examples of his art.
Henry Morgan
Hamilton, Sue
113559
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
4641
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
privateer leader Sir Henry Morgan.
Henry the Navigator: Prince of
Portuguese Exploration
Ariganello, Lisa
111941
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
4581
N
N
-
-
-
This introduction to Henry the Navigator,
a Portuguese prince who lived during
the Middle Ages, discusses his royal
heritage, sponsorship of expeditions
along the west coast of Africa, and the
results of those voyages.
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Title
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow:
America's Beloved Poet
Author
Lukes, Bonnie
Number Lang IL
47540 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 4.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Herbert Hoover
Chang, David A.Y.O.
69761
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5851
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the thirty-first
president of the United States,
describing his career as mining
engineer, businessman, and president
during the Great Depression.
Hernán Cortés: The Conquest of
Mexico and the Aztec Empire
Ramen, Fred
73084
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
12782
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the life story of sixteenthcentury Spanish explorer Hernán
Cortés, chronicling the conquest of the
Aztec Empire.
Hernando Cortés: Fortune Favored Calvert, Patricia
the Bold
65393
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
12929
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of Hernando
Cortés, the Spanish explorer who
discovered Baja California and explored
the Pacific Coast of Mexico, but who is
best remembered for conquering the
Aztec Empire.
Hernando de Soto: Trailblazer of
the American Southeast
Goldberg, Jan
69167
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
13006
N
N
-
-
-
This book portrays Hernando de Soto as
both a pirate and explorer who, while a
failure in some ways, had a lasting
influence through such actions as
introducing pigs to the Americas.
Hero of the High Seas: John Paul
Jones and the American
Revolution
Cooper, Michael L.
108956
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
14759
N
N
-
-
-
This book looks at one of the most
colorful characters of the Revolutionary
War period. The war is viewed from
John Paul Jones's perspective and the
reader lives out the uncertainties, risks,
and dangers faced by Jones with each
dramatic battle at sea.
Herod the Great
Green, Robert
27127
EN
UG
7.1
1.0
NF
5428
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the life and
personality of the cruel ruler King Herod.
Hilary Duff
Whiting, Jim
118449
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9117
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of Hilary
Duff, who became a celebrity in 2001 as
the star of the Disney Channel series
LIZZIE MCQUIRE, and how she has
established herself as a pop singer.
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21490 N
N
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of one of the
major American poets of the nineteenth
century.
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Title
Hillary Rodham Clinton
Author
Guernsey, JoAnn
Bren
Hillary Rodham Clinton: First Lady
and Senator
Burgan, Michael
Word
Number Lang IL
101353 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.9 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
15242 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book presents a brief biography of
Hillary Rodham Clinton and includes
information on her early life in the
suburbs of Chicago, her school and
college life, how she met Bill Clinton,
and her continuing political career.
120238
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
12942
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of former first lady and
senator Hillary Rodham Clinton focuses
on her public service, influence over
public policy, and political involvement.
Holocaust Rescuers: Ten Stories of Lyman, Darryl
Courage
31442
EN
UG
7.9
3.0
NF
16662
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the efforts of ten
individuals who did what they could to
save Jews from the Nazis.
Home Run Kings
Uschan, Michael V.
51542
EN
UG
7.6
5.0
NF
26389
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the careers of
several baseball stars known for their
home run hitting, including Babe Ruth,
Roger Maris, Hank Aaron, Mark
McGwire, and Sammy Sosa.
A Hope in the Unseen
Suskind, Ron
45541
EN
UG
7.5 24.0
NF
134884
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the story of one AfricanAmerican youth's rise from povertystricken Anacostia, in southeast
Washington, D.C., to the ivied halls of
Brown University.
Horace King: Bridges to Freedom
Gibbons, Faye
66474
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
16153
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of a man born into
slavery in South Carolina who became a
master bridge builder and, during
Reconstruction, served in the Alabama
state legislature.
Horse of a Different Color:
Moody, Ralph
Reminiscences of a Kansas Drover
51478
EN
MG
7.0 16.0
NF
93864
N
N
-
-
-
The saga of Ralph Moody continues in
the pre-Dust Bowl, pre-Depression days
in Kansas.
How They Got Over: African
Americans and the Call of the Sea
65477
EN
MG
7.3
NF
12393
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles African American men
and women who have had a strong
connection with the sea, from slaves
whose owners sent them to work on
ships, today's fishermen, naval officers,
and marine biologists.
Greenfield, Eloise
2.0
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Title
Hudson
Author
Weaver, Janice
Hunger of Memory: The Education Rodriguez, Richard
of Richard Rodriguez
Word
Number Lang IL
139908 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
6857 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography chronicles the life and
accomplishments of Henry Hudson,
describing his efforts to find a northern
route to China, the mutiny that claimed
his life, and the legacy for which he is
remembered.
70908
EN
UG
7.2
9.0
NF
54376
N
N
-
-
-
The author, a disadvantaged Mexican
American, writes of feelings of alienation
from his family as he learned English
and earned a Ph.D.
I Feel Good
Brown, James
101908
EN
UG
7.1 11.0
NF
67042
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life and career
of singer, James Brown, and describes
growing up in the segregated South, his
introduction to gospel, R & B, and soul
music, and his personal struggles that
included trouble with the law.
I Have a Dream
King Jr., Martin
Luther
65478
EN
MG
7.2
0.5
NF
2460
N
N
-
-
-
In this book, Martin Luther King, Jr.'s "I
Have a Dream" speech is illustrated with
paintings portraying scenes from the
civil rights movement.
I Have a Dream
Price Hossell, Karen
103653
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9502
N
N
-
-
N
This book examines the end of slavery
and key events of the Civil Rights
Movement, presents a short biography
of Martin Luther King Jr., and discusses
his famous "I Have a Dream" speech.
I Once Knew an Indian Woman
Cutler, Ebbitt
13596
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
12391
N
N
-
-
-
The author describes the greatness of
an illiterate Iroquois Indian woman she
came to know during summers at a
small French-Canadian resort village in
the Laurentians.
I Remember Korea: Veterans Tell
Their Stories of the Korean War,
1950-53
Granfield, Linda
73766
EN
UG
7.1
5.0
NF
29952
N
N
-
-
-
This book includes personal accounts of
more than thirty men and women who
served with the American and Canadian
forces in Korea during the years 19501953.
I.M. Pei: Architect of Time, Place,
and Purpose
Rubalcaba, Jill
146329
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
17784
N
N
-
-
-
Looking at the stories behind six of I.M.
Pei's most celebrated buildings, this
biography follows his life and charts the
development of his aesthetic.
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Title
Ice Cube
Author
Hamilton, Toby G.
Ice Time: A Tale of Fathers, Sons,
and Hometown Heroes
Atkinson, Jay
Ichiro Suzuki
Leigh, David S.
Ida B. Wells-Barnett: "Strike a Blow Schraff, Anne
Against a Glaring Evil"
Word
Number Lang IL
119796 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
9033 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist Ice Cube.
75481
EN
UG
7.2 16.0
NF
95560
N
N
-
-
-
This is the story of the Methuen High
Rangers and their quest for the
Massachusetts state championship.
110785
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
19595
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life and
career of outfielder Ichiro Suzuki.
121082
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
18345
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles Ida B. WellsBarnett's life, her work as a teacher,
writer, civil rights activist, and her strong
stand against lynching in the late
nineteenth and early twentieth
centuries.
75468
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
16739
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the events leading
to Idi Amin's rise to power, his brutal
reign as Uganda's president, how he
was ousted, and what happened in
Uganda afterwards.
Idi Amin
Allen, John
Idi Amin
Dougherty, Steve
135238
EN
MG+
7.4
2.0
NF
11789
N
N
-
-
-
This book details Idi Amin's calculated
reign of terror and brutality in Uganda
after this once-loved athlete and soldier
first won the hearts of the Ugandan
people. The text contains graphic
violence and disturbing photos.
Illuminated Progress: The Story of
Thomas Edison
Baxter, Roberta
129638
EN
UG
7.9
4.0
NF
23024
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life of
Thomas A. Edison, describing his
childhood and education, his
laboratories in New Jersey and New
York City, and his early inventions,
which include the phonograph and the
light bulb.
The Imaginary Girlfriend
Irving, John
69577
EN
UG
7.7
6.0
NF
34020
N
N
-
-
-
John Irving recounts his beginnings in
writing and wrestling, describing their
connections and showing how both
endeavors have shaped his life.
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Title
The Importance of F. Scott
Fitzgerald
Author
Stewart, Gail
The Importance of Simon
Wiesenthal
Altman, Linda Jacobs
45310
EN
In Black and White: The Life of
Sammy Davis, Jr.
Haygood, Wil
88474
In Defiance of Hitler: The Secret
Mission of Varian Fry
McClafferty, Carla
Killough
In Disguise! Stories of Real
Women Spies
Hunter, Ryan Ann
In the Company of Men: A Woman Mace, Nancy
at the Citadel
Number Lang IL
31352 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
24605 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.7
5.0
NF
27942
N
EN
UG
7.0 37.0
NF
214924
125849
EN
MG+
7.7
8.0
NF
110899
EN
MG
7.0
5.0
55101
EN
UG
7.4 11.0
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life and
accomplishments of Holocaust survivor,
Simon Wiesenthal, whose passion for
justice has brought many Nazis to
account for their horrific deeds.
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of Sammy
Davis Jr., discussing his introduction to
the stage at age four, his struggle to
survive the Depression while
performing, the singing that led to
recording contracts, and his friendships
with other performers.
44275
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the efforts of
American journalist Varian Fry, who flew
to Marseilles, France, in 1940 to help
artistic and intellectual refugees, such
as novelist Heinrich Mann, flee the Nazi
regime.
NF
30087
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a collection of biographies
of real women who were spies
throughout history and around the
world, including Virginia Hall, Sarah
Emma Edmonds, Josephine Baker, and
Eva Wu.
NF
60676
N
N
-
-
-
This is Nancy Mace's memoir of the
great test to become the first female
graduate of The Citadel. The coauthor
is Mary Jane Ross.
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significance of the noted American
writer who authored such work as "The
Great Gatsby" and "This Side of
Paradise."
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Title
In the Line of Fire: Presidents'
Lives at Stake
Author
St. George, Judith
Number Lang IL
36665 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 3.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Increase Mather: Clergyman and
Scholar
Lutz, Norma Jean
46989
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
8967
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Increase Mather,
who devoted much of his life to
preserving freedom of religion, and who
is associated with the Salem witch trials.
Indian Chiefs
Freedman, Russell
18482
EN
MG
7.3
5.0
NF
26474
N
N
-
-
N
Biographies of six Western Indian
Chiefs who led their people in a historic
moment in history.
An Indian Winter
Freedman, Russell
6729
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
13413
N
N
-
-
-
The story of two European explorers
who journeyed up the Missouri River
into the heart of Indian territory.
Indira Gandhi: Political Leader in
India
Somervill, Barbara A.
112845
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
13237
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of Indira
Gandhi, also referred to as Mother India,
who sacrificed her personal life and
marriage so she could lead her nation.
Internet Pioneers: The Cyber Elite
French, Laura
49978
EN
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
15843
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the lives of ten people
fundamental in changing the Internet.
Into a New Country: Eight
Remarkable Women of the West
Ketchum, Liza
45687
EN
MG
7.3
5.0
NF
27344
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the history of the
West through eight biographies of
women.
Invasion: The Story of D-Day
Bliven Jr., Bruce
127291
EN
MG
7.5
4.0
NF
22812
N
N
-
-
-
This book shares stories of individual
bravery shown by soldiers who waded
or parachuted ashore in what became
the turning point of World War II.
Inventing the Future: A
Photobiography of Thomas Alva
Edison
Delano, Marfé
Ferguson
108138
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
8239
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of the
tireless Thomas Edison, illustrated with
many photos of his life and inventions.
Iqbal Masih and the Crusaders
Against Child Slavery
Kuklin, Susan
70372
EN
MG
7.0
4.0
NF
23138
N
N
-
-
-
This book is an account of the former
Pakistani child labor activist whose life
and unexplained murder has brought to
the attention of the world the evil of child
bondage.
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20154 N
N
VP
Description
- Since the office of the American
presidency has been established, four
presidents have been assassinated and
seven other attempts have been made
on presidents' lives. This book
examines each assassination and the
effect it had on the nation.
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Isaac Newton
Author
Mason, Paul
Isaac Newton
Allan, Tony
Isaac Newton
Word
Number Lang IL
64615 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
6825 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is about the life and career of
Sir Isaac Newton, including explanations
of the Laws of Motion.
48589
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
8012
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Isaac
Newton.
Krull, Kathleen
104751
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
16778
N
N
-
-
-
This biography reveals a grim, lonely
childhood that might have damaged
Isaac Newton emotionally but
contributed to making this secretive,
vindictive, withdrawn, obsessive person
perhaps the world's greatest scientist.
Isaac Newton: The Scientist Who
Changed Everything
Steele, Philip
117260
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
8530
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the famed
physicist as an acclaimed
mathematician, astronomer, alchemist,
philosopher, and inventor as well.
Isadora Duncan: Revolutionary
Dancer
Sandomir, Larry
12658
EN
MG
7.8
6.0
NF
32622
N
N
-
-
-
Dancer and teacher, Isadora Duncan
revolutionized the art of dance. She
inspired generations to move away from
the rigidity of classical ballet and seek
their own forms of expression.
Isak Dinesen: Gothic Storyteller
Leslie, Roger
129496
EN
UG
7.5
3.0
NF
18892
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of Isak
Dinesen, discussing her childhood in
Denmark, her marriage, her years in
Africa with her husband, her return to
her homeland, and her success as a
writer.
It's Not about the Bra: Play Hard,
Play Fair, and Put the Fun Back
into Competitive Sports
Chastain, Brandi
109168
EN
MG+
7.7 14.0
NF
78086
N
N
-
-
-
Chastain delivers a wakeup call to
competitive youth sports, which has
gone increasingly out of control.
Drawing on anecdotes from her career,
she tackles issues of sportsmanship,
gamesmanship, and parental
involvement. The coauthor is Gloria
Averbuch.
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Ivan the Terrible
Author
Nardo, Don
J. Edgar Hoover: A Graphic
Biography
Geary, Rick
Word
Number Lang IL
101877 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
16562 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of Ivan IV
Vasilyevich, the Russian ruler whose
policies earned him the title "Ivan the
Terrible," looking at his life and
ambitions within the context of sixteenth
-century in Russia.
127819
EN
UG
7.8
2.0
NF
9531
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a graphic biography of
former director of the FBI, J. Edgar
Hoover, who served under eight
presidents, from Calvin Coolidge to
Richard Nixon. The content contains
sexually suggestive situations and racial
slurs.
J. Edgar Hoover: Controversial FBI Cunningham, Kevin
Director
100253
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
12495
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of J. Edgar
Hoover, who transformed the Federal
Bureau of Investigation into an
outstanding law enforcement agency.
However, his obsession to apprehend
communists and secret files clouded his
reputation as a leader.
J. Pierpont Morgan: Industrialist
and Financier
Burgan, Michael
107909
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
12916
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life of one of
the wealthiest and most powerful men in
the U.S., J. Pierpont Morgan, who
established some of the world's largest
banks and industries.
J.K. Rowling
Price, Joan
81252
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
9636
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of J.K.
Rowling, the British author of the bestselling Harry Potter books.
J.K. Rowling (A&E Biography)
Sexton, Colleen
101354
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
17217
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of author
J.K. Rowling, discussing her parents
and childhood, her relationship with her
sister, her schooling and influences, and
the development of her enormously
successful series of books about Harry
Potter, a young wizard.
J.K. Rowling: The Wizard Behind
Harry Potter
Shapiro, Marc
44290
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
17745
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the author of the
Harry Potter books, J.K. Rowling.
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Author
J.R.R. Tolkien: Master of Imaginary Willett, Edward
Worlds
Word
Number Lang IL
80343 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
20608 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book examines the personal life
and literary career of the author of THE
LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy.
J.R.R. Tolkien: The Man Who
Created The Lord of the Rings
Coren, Michael
48140
EN
UG
7.5
4.0
NF
25228
N
N
-
-
-
This biography tells us about Tolkien's
early life in South Africa, the untimely
death of his parents, and his
relationship with his wife and children.
Jack Kerouac: "The Road Is Life"
Worth, Richard
113896
EN
MG+
7.2
4.0
NF
25275
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life story of
twentieth-century American writer Jack
Kerouac, author of ON THE ROAD,
discussing his works and the influence
of his rebellious spirit.
Jack London
Streissguth, Tom
47457
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
16727
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of wellknown author Jack London, including
his childhood, his writing, his belief in
socialism, and his worldwide
adventures.
Jack London: A Biography
Dyer, Daniel
25906
EN
UG
7.8
8.0
NF
47749
N
N
-
-
-
Biography of the colorful American
writer who had been a pirate, a seal
hunter, a mill worker, a hobo, and a
political activist.
Jack London: A Writer's
Adventurous Life
Lisandrelli, Elaine
Slivinski
31443
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
19045
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the childhood,
travel, adventures, and writing career of
the man who wrote "The Call of the
Wild," and "White Fang."
Jackie Joyner-Kersee: Champion
Athlete
Harrington, Geri
29685
EN
UG
7.9
4.0
NF
20942
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and career
of the Olympic track and field star who
overcame asthma to achieve her goal.
Jackie Robinson
Bergman, Irwin B.
29754
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
8928
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Jackie Robinson,
the first African American to play
modern major league baseball.
Jackie Robinson
Weidhorn, Manfred
14819
EN
MG
7.4
8.0
NF
47801
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the Afro-American who
fought racial injustice both during and
after his celebrated baseball career.
Jackie Robinson
Scott, Richard
8323
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
14698
N
N
-
-
-
Biography of the first black baseball
player admitted to the major leagues.
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Jackie Robinson
Author
Stout, Glenn
Number Lang IL
105620 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 3.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Jackie Robinson
Grabowski, John F.
88019
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
9646
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the black
athlete who broke the color barrier in
major league baseball when he joined
the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947.
Jackie Robinson (World Almanac
Library)
Raatma, Lucia
56522
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
10375
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the life and career of
the baseball legend who became the
first African American to play in the
major leagues.
Jackie Robinson: Baseball's Civil
Rights Legend
Coombs, Karen
Mueller
16020
EN
UG
7.1
3.0
NF
18943
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores the life and career of
Jackie Robinson, from his childhood to
his career in baseball, his struggles with
prejudice and discrimination.
Jackie Robinson: Champion for
Equality
Teitelbaum, Michael
143519
EN
MG
7.9
5.0
NF
25447
N
N
-
-
-
This brief overview of the life and career
of Jackie Robinson discusses his
college and professional baseball
experiences, World War II court martial,
civil rights advocacy, and other related
topics. The text uses examples of racial
slurs.
Jackson Pollock
Oliver, Clare
74396
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
7667
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores Jackson Pollock,
discussing his work in relation to his life
and what was happening in the world
around him.
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis:
Legendary First Lady
Agins, Donna Brown
80584
EN
MG
7.4
4.0
NF
20474
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and
accomplishments of former first lady
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.
Jacques Cousteau
DuTemple, Lesley A.
47458
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
16258
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and
accomplishments of the oceanographer
Jacques Cousteau, describing his work
studying and filming the undersea world.
AR BookGuide™
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18010 N
N
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of the talented
black athlete who broke the color barrier
in major league baseball by joining the
Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947.
The creator of this series is Matt
Christopher.
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Title
Jacques Cousteau: A Life Under
the Sea
Author
Olmstead, Kathleen
Jacques Cousteau: Conserving
Underwater Worlds
Zronik, John
Word
Number Lang IL
143520 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
23739 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book examines the life of ocean
explorer and scientist Jacques
Cousteau, who spent his life exploring
the oceans.
114947
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
4681
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of oceanographer
Jacques Cousteau presents an
overview of his career as a scientist,
writer, researcher, sailor, inventor,
filmmaker, and television star, with an
emphasis on his legacy of educating
people about Earth's oceans.
Jacques Marquette and Louis
Larkin, Tanya
Jolliet: Explorers of the Mississippi
73086
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
11622
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a brief biography of the
seventeenth-century French explorers
who were the first Europeans to locate
and chart the Mississippi River.
Jacques-Yves Cousteau: His Story Bankston, John
Under the Sea
62394
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
8700
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and
accomplishments of the French
oceanographer, describing his work
studying and filming the undersea world.
Jaime Escalante: Sensational
Teacher
Byers, Ann
16021
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
19535
N
N
-
-
-
Presents the life of the Bolivian-born
teacher who immigrated to the United
States where he inspired and motivated
his inner-city students to excel in math.
James A. Garfield
Young, Jeff C.
69762
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
5993
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the twentieth
president of the United States, whose
term was cut short when he was fatally
wounded a few months after his
inauguration.
James A. Garfield: America's 20th
President
Kent, Deborah
77339
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
13395
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the twentieth
president of the United States, with
information about his childhood, family,
political career, presidency, and legacy.
James A. Garfield: Twentieth
President of the United States
Lillegard, Dee
870
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
6875
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the twentieth President
of the United States, the last President
to be born in a log cabin.
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Title
Author
James Baldwin: Voice from Harlem Gottfried, Ted
James Beckwourth: Mountaineer,
Scout and Pioneer
Gregson, Susan R.
James Buchanan
Word
Number Lang IL
29478 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.9 5.0 NF
Count Book RP
25634 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This is a biography of the man who
devoted his life to writing and speaking
out about race relations and the black
experience in America.
100254
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
13340
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of James
Beckwourth, who lived as a trapper,
served as a messenger and guide to the
U.S. Army, was accepted as an
honorary member of several Native
American tribes, and led the way to
westward expansion.
Young, Jeff C.
69763
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
6082
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the fifteenth
president of the United States,
describing his attempts to lead a divided
nation under the scourge of slavery.
James Buchanan: America's 15th
President
Lassieur, Allison
77340
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
13306
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the fifteenth
president of the United States, with
information about his childhood, family,
political career, presidency, and legacy.
James Buchanan: Fifteenth
President of the United States
Brill, Marlene Targ
865
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
11756
N
N
-
-
-
Describes the early life and political
career of the man who served as
President in the years just before the
Civil War.
James Carter: Thirty-Ninth
President of the United States
Wade, Linda R.
888
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
8032
N
N
-
-
-
Describes the life and achievements of
the relatively unknown governor from
Georgia who became president of the
United States in 1977.
James Cook
McCarthy, Shaun
69092
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
8546
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents an account of
Cook's life and explorations, and
examines their impact on history and the
world.
James K. Polk
Bramwell, Neil D.
69764
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
7162
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of the eleventh
president, who established an
independent Treasury.
James K. Polk: 11th President of
the United States
Greenblatt, Miriam
14069
EN
MG
7.8
5.0
NF
25533
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of our eleventh President,
who previously served as a US
Congressman and as a Governor of
Tennessee.
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Title
Author
James K. Polk: Eleventh President Lillegard, Dee
of the United States
Word
Number Lang IL
861 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11107 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- A biography of the eleventh American
President, whose term in office saw
great expansion of the western frontier.
James Madison
Kozleski, Lisa
63032
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
6448
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the fourth
president of the United States, focusing
on his childhood and young adulthood.
James Madison: America's 4th
President
January, Brendan
74770
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
11875
N
N
-
-
-
This book recounts the story of
America's fourth president, known as
the Father of the Constitution,
describing his early life in Virginia and
his many years of service in public
office.
James Madison: Fourth President
of the United States
Clinton, Susan
854
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
12257
N
N
-
-
-
Recounts the story of America's fourth
President, known as the Father of the
Constitution, describing his early life in
Virginia and his many years of service in
public office.
James Monroe
O'Shei, Tim
69766
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
5646
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of the
president known for the foreign policy
which bears his name, the Monroe
Doctrine. The coauthor is Joe Marren.
111830
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
5077
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of wildlife enthusiast
James Quadrino describes his efforts to
restore and preserve the threatened
communities of birds and other animals
near his home on Staten Island.
James Quadrino: Wildlife Protector Pearce, Q.L.
James Van DerZee: The Picture
Takin' Man
Haskins, Jim
73932
EN
UG
7.4
8.0
NF
43154
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of AfricanAmerican photographer James Van
DerZee, who built a career taking
portraits and captured daily life in 1920s
and 1930s Harlem on film.
James Watt
Champion, Neil
39664
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
9719
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
eighteenth-century Scottish inventor and
engineer whose improved designs of the
steam engine made its wide use
possible.
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Title
James Watt: Master of the Steam
Engine
Author
Sproule, Anna
Jammin' with the Jonas Brothers:
An Unauthorized Biography
Ryals, Lexi
Jane Addams: Freedom's
Innovator
Time-Life Editors
Word
Number Lang IL
60488 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11805 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This is a biography of the eighteenthcentury Scottish inventor and engineer
whose improved designs of the steam
engine made its wide use possible.
128393
EN
MG
7.2
4.0
NF
20575
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores the lives of the
members of the Jonas Brothers,
discussing their childhoods, rise to
stardom, albums, roles on Disney
television programs, favorite things, and
more.
40271
EN
UG
7.6
3.0
NF
19275
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and times of
Jane Addams who, in 1889, established
in Hull House one of the first settlement
houses in America and later became the
first American woman to be awarded the
Nobel Peace Price.
Jane Addams: Nobel Prize Winner Harvey, Bonnie
and Founder of Hull House
Carman
31459
EN
UG
7.8
3.0
NF
18205
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of the
woman whose devotion to social work
led to her establishing Hull House in
Chicago, and who was awarded the
Nobel Peace Prize in 1931.
Jane Austen
Ruth, Amy
47459
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
16521
N
N
-
-
-
This is the biography of Jane Austen,
who has secured a place in history as
one of the first great female writers.
Jane Austen: A Life Revealed
Reef, Catherine
144034
EN
MG+
7.8
5.0
NF
29477
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of Jane Austen provides
an overview of her personal life,
writings, and influence on world
literature.
Jane Franklin's Obsession
Berton, Pierre
13668
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
13783
N
N
-
-
-
This is the second book in the Exploring
the Frozen North series devoted to the
exploration of Canada's Arctic.
Jane Goodall: Animal Behaviorist
and Writer
January, Brendan
50176
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
12944
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and career
of animal behaviorist and writer, Jane
Goodall.
Jane Goodall: Legendary
Primatologist
Haugen, Brenda
104883
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
11783
N
N
-
-
-
This biography studies the life of Jane
Goodall, whose research and dedication
has ensured the survival and well-being
of chimpanzees in Africa.
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Title
Jane Goodall: Protector of
Chimpanzees
Author
Meachum, Virginia
Jane Yolen
Daniel, Susanna
Janis Joplin: Rise Up Singing
Word
Number Lang IL
14727 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
16205 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- Biography of the wildlife conservationist
and animal activist Jane Goodall and
describes her work with chimpanzees.
72992
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
12291
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Jane Yolen,
a prolific and well-known writer of
juvenile literature.
Angel, Ann
140403
EN
MG+
7.8
3.0
NF
16389
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life of Janis
Joplin and includes more than sixty
photographs and an assortment of
anecdotes from Janis's friends and band
mates.
Janis Joplin: "Take Another Little
Piece of My Heart"
Willett, Edward
121103
EN
MG+
7.6
4.0
NF
24849
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life of
legendary rock star Janis Joplin,
discussing her childhood, various
bands, and her influence on rock music.
The text contains refernces to drug use
and abuse.
Jason Kidd
James, Brant
4674
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
11695
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the talented
point guard for the Dallas Mavericks
who was named co-winner of the 1995
Rookie of the year Award.
Jason Witten
Heits, Rudolph T.
141633
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
11734
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL tight end
Jason Witten.
Jazz: My Music, My People
Monceaux, Morgan
72319
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
8147
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a tribute to the makers of
jazz with original paintings, personal
recollections, and biographical sketches
of 40 great jazz musicians.
Jean Chrétien: The Scrapper Who
Climbed His Way to the Top
Hendley, Nate
103318
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
10833
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of Canada's
prime minister Jean Chrétien, from his
early childhood which included a form of
dyslexia that affected his speech to
becoming a political figure for his
country.
114224
EN
MG
7.2
4.0
NF
22624
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Jeannette
Rankin, a peace activist who was the
first woman elected to the U.S. House of
Representatives.
Jeannette Rankin: Political Pioneer Woelfle, Gretchen
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Title
Jeb Stuart: Confederate Cavalry
General
Author
Pflueger, Lynda
Number Lang IL
21112 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
20677 N
N
Jeff Gordon: Racing's Brightest
Star
Gitlin, Marty
122028
EN
Jefferson Davis
Carter, E.J.
82061
Jefferson Davis: Confederate
President
Frazier, Joey
Jefferson Davis: President of the
Confederacy
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
16373
N
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
9456
55883
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
Burch, Joann J.
21113
EN
UG
7.8
4.0
Jennifer Hudson
Nagle, Jeanne
120654
EN
MG
7.2
Jennifer Hudson
Snyder, Gail
133736
EN
MG
Jennifer Lopez
Hurst, Heidi
73568
EN
Jennifer Lopez
Lemmens, MaryJo
119799
EN
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
NASCAR sports star Jeff Gordon.
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles Jefferson Davis, who
proved himself as a soldier in the
Mexican War but had mixed success
and failure as president of the
Confederate States of America during
the Civil War.
8446
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography about
Jefferson Davis.
NF
21408
N
N
-
-
-
Traces the life of the President of the
Confederacy from his childhood,
through his rise in Southern politics, and
to his role as leader of the South during
the Civil War.
1.0
NF
6273
N
N
-
-
-
This book focuses on Jennifer Hudson's
journey on AMERICAN IDOL, from her
audition to the competition in Hollywood,
and the path her career has taken since
the final results.
7.9
2.0
NF
9774
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
Jennifer Hudson, discussing the people
who inspired her to pursue a singing
and acting career, her Oscar win, her
personal tragedy, and the role that
television show AMERICAN IDOL
played in her success.
UG
7.3
4.0
NF
22629
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles Jennifer Lopez,
whose talent and determination have
led to her success as an actress, singer,
and dancer.
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
8814
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist Jennifer Lopez.
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Description
- Traces the life of the famous
Confederate General Jeb Stuart.
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Title
Jerome Robbins
Author
Seibert, Brian
Number Lang IL
89539 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
6365 N
N
Jerry West
Ramen, Fred
57268
EN
Jesse Jackson
Steffens, Bradley
51517
Jesse James
Saffer, Barbara
Jesse James
Frisch, Aaron
Jesse James: Legendary Outlaw
Bruns, Roger A.
Jesse James: Legendary Rebel
and Outlaw
Robinson, J. Dennis
Jesse Owens
Gentry, Tony
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
12305
N
EN
UG
7.8
4.0
NF
24109
55884
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
100445
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
21114
EN
UG
7.6
107910
EN
MG
8319
EN
MG
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the life and forty-year
legacy of basketball great Jerry West.
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life of Jesse
Jackson, including his involvement in
the civil rights movement, his
presidential campaigns, and his role as
freelance diplomat and world
humanitarian. The coauthor is Dan
Woog.
7467
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography about Jesse
James, the famous outlaw, and his
gang.
NF
6039
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of the
renowned bandit, Jesse James, from his
childhood in Missouri through his years
as a guerrilla fighter and outlaw,
exploring his illegal deeds and his
development as a legend.
3.0
NF
17812
N
N
-
-
-
Traces the life of the renowned bandit,
from his childhood in Missouri, through
his years as guerrilla fighter and outlaw,
exploring the development of his legend
and the romanticization of his illegal
deeds.
7.9
2.0
NF
13360
N
N
-
-
-
This biography discusses the life of
Jesse James, one of the most famous
bank and train robbers in the history of
the United States.
7.5
3.0
NF
17858
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the track-and-field star
who won three gold medals in the 1936
Summer Olympic Games.
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Description
- This book presents a biography of
Jerome Robbins, discussing his early
years in Russia, his interest in broadway
dance and determination to become a
dance director, and his eventual
success as a choreographer.
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Title
Jesse Owens
Author
Steele, Philip
Jesse Owens (Sports Heroes and
Legends)
Streissguth, Tom
Word
Number Lang IL
48604 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
7710 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book profiles the track star, Jesse
Owens, with information on his
childhood, family life, career, and the
legacy of his achievements at the 1936
Olympics.
110786
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
18937
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life and
track and field career of Olympic gold
medalist Jesse Owens.
Jesse Owens: Trailblazing Sprinter McDougall, Chrös
142916
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
14404
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life of
Olympic athlete Jesse Owens, with
information on his childhood, schooling,
love of the sport, career achievements,
and views about racial injustice.
Jhalak Man Tamang: Slave Labor
Whistleblower
Miller, Raymond H.
111831
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
4529
N
N
-
-
-
This biography discusses the life of child
labor activist Jhalak Man Tamang, who,
at the age of ten, was sold into child
slave labor in Nepal, India.
Jim Abbott: Major League Pitcher
Macht, Norman L.
29686
EN
UG
7.0
4.0
NF
26075
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and career
of the baseball pitcher who was born
without a right hand.
Jim Bowie: Frontier Legend, Alamo Edmondson, J.R.
Hero
62674
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
13795
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the tumultuous
times in early Texas history that formed
the character of Jim Bowie, who is
known both for using what we know as
the Bowie knife, and for fighting and
dying at the Alamo.
Jim Bowie: Hero of the Alamo
Gaines, Ann Graham
36093
EN
UG
7.7
3.0
NF
17688
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of the frontier
settler and Texas defender, Jim Bowie,
who died in the attack on the Alamo.
Included is information about his early
days.
Jim Carrey
Hughes, Mary
29665
EN
UG
7.9
3.0
NF
18210
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the personal life
and professional career of the comedian
who has starred in such movies as "The
Mask," "the Cable Guy," and "Batman
Forever."
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Title
Jim Elliot: One Great Purpose
Author
Benge, Janet
Number Lang IL
89044 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 7.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Jim Morrison
Lewis, Jon E.
30965
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
7765
N
N
-
-
-
This is a brief biography of the
legendary "Doors" singer known for his
fast-paced and excessive lifestyle.
Jim Thorpe: Legendary Athlete
Long, Barbara
16024
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
16772
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of one of the greatest allaround athletes in history, best known
for his record-breaking track and field
performance in the 1912 Olympics.
Jimi Hendrix
Markel, Rita J.
47461
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
15988
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the childhood,
young adulthood, musical career, and
death of Jimi Hendrix, considered by
many to be the world's greatest rock
and roll guitarist.
Jimi Hendrix: "Kiss the Sky"
Willett, Edward
111764
EN
MG+
7.2
5.0
NF
30915
N
N
-
-
-
Jimi Hendrix was the greatest electric
guitarist in the history of rock-n-roll
music. His virtuosity with his chosen
instrument was such that he defined
electric guitar in a way that no other rock
artist has before or since.
Jimmie Johnson: Racing Champ
Gitlin, Marty
121634
EN
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
16300
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
NASCAR driver Jimmie Johnson,
describing his youth in California, his
rise to stardom, and significant races in
his career.
Jimmy Carter
O'Shei, Tim
69767
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
6661
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores the career and
influences of the president who worked
to preserve wildlife and national parks,
and to establish peace among
conflicting nations.
Jimmy Carter: America's 39th
President
Kent, Deborah
86724
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
12736
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of the thirty-ninth
president of the United States provides
information about Jimmy Carter's
childhood, family, political career,
presidency, and legacy.
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40156 N
N
VP
Description
- This book presents the story of Jim Elliot
who, with his coworkers, surrendered
his life in Ecuador's jungle in 1956 while
working as a missionary. The coauthor
is Geoff Benge.
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Title
Joan of Arc
Author
Christopher, Tracy
Number Lang IL
29702 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 1.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Joan of Arc: The Teenager Who
Saved Her Nation
Wilkinson, Philip
117261
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
9183
N
N
-
-
-
Around 1412, a baby girl who would
change France forever was born in the
village of Domrémy . A farmer's
daughter, she seemed destined for an
unremarkable life. But as this biography
reveals, Joan's life was anything but
ordinary.
Joan of Arc: Warrior Saint
Williams, Jay
127293
EN
MG
7.8
5.0
NF
27045
N
N
-
-
-
Guided by what she believed were
visions of saints, young Frenchwoman
Joan led her people in battle against
English occupiers. While still in her
teens, she ultimately became a martyr
after some of her own countrymen
betrayed her.
Joe DiMaggio
Sakany, Lois
72994
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
12340
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and career
of legendary New York Yankees star
Joe DiMaggio.
Joe Montana
Ramen, Fred
62579
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
10829
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and career
of Football Hall of Famer, Joe Montana.
Johannes Gutenberg: Inventor of
the Printing Press
Rees, Fran
100255
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
11431
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of
Johannes Gutenberg, who has become
forever linked to the masterpiece he
created, the Gutenberg Bible, because
he invented the printing press that
crafted and printed each page.
Johannes Gutenberg: Printing
Press Innovator
Vander Hook, Sue
133907
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
14802
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life and
accomplishments of Johannes
Gutenberg, the fifteenth-century
German man who invented the first
efficient printing press.
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8557 N
N
VP
Description
- This is biography of the fifteenth-century
peasant girl who led a French army to
victory against the English, witnessed
the crowning of King Charles VII, and
was later burned at the stake for
witchcraft.
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Word
Title
John & Abigail Adams
Author
Ashby, Ruth
Number Lang IL
89894 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11171 N
N
John & Abigail Adams: An
American Love Story
St. George, Judith
54936
EN
John & Jacqueline Kennedy
Ashby, Ruth
81161
John Adams
Marcovitz, Hal
John Adams
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.8
5.0
NF
27529
N
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
11127
63034
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
Feinstein, Stephen
69768
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
John Adams: Independence
Forever
Benge, Janet
89102
EN
MG
7.7
John Adams: Second President of
the United States
Brill, Marlene Targ
852
EN
MG
John B. Herrington
Deutsch, Stacia
129487
EN
MG
N
-
-
-
This book presents the partnership
between John Adams, the second
President of the United States, and his
wife, Abigail, well known for speaking
out on women's rights.
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the personal
history of John and Jacqueline
Kennedy, as well as the historical
events that shaped their time in office.
6203
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the second
president of the United States, focusing
on his childhood and young adulthood.
NF
7289
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the second
president of the United States, who also
served as the country's ambassador to
France and as its first Vice President.
8.0
NF
46703
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the family life, and
political career of the American patriot
who served his country as a
representative to the Continental
Congress, ambassador to Great Britain,
and second president of the United
States. The coauthor is Geoff Benge.
7.3
2.0
NF
10809
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the outspoken, decisive
man who served the United States in
many ways, including as its President.
7.9
2.0
NF
8539
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of American astronaut
John B. Herrington, a Native American,
provides details about his childhood,
education, military experience, and
other accomplishments. The coauthor is
Rhody Cohon.
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Description
- This book presents a biography of John
Adams and first lady Abigail Adams.
The text includes information on their
roles in the Revolutionary War, their
political service, and their home life.
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Author
John Brown: Putting Actions Above Horn, Geoffrey M.
Words
Word
Number Lang IL
133646 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11312 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book discusses the history of
abolitionist John Brown, describing his
life-long campaign against the institution
of slavery in the mid-1800s and shows
how his terrorist activities became the
catalyst that led to the Civil War.
John C. Frémont
Souza, D.M.
76633
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
6495
N
N
-
-
-
Known as the "Pathfinder," John C.
Frémont explored the American West in
the mid1800s. His expeditions
encouraged many people to emigrate to
the West.
John Cabot
Bastable, Tony
72713
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
9942
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and
voyages of the Italian-born explorer who
claimed land in the New World for
England in 1497.
John Cabot
Champion, Neil
48590
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
7725
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of John Cabot.
John Candy
Powell, Phelan
2438
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
10185
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of actor and
comedian John Candy, as well as his
death in 1994.
John Cena
Grayson, Robert
126859
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
10665
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of professional wrestler
John Cena chronicles his busy
schedule, work as an actor and singer,
and path to the WWE World
Championship title.
John Chapman: The Legendary
Johnny Appleseed
Warrick, Karen
Clemens
49980
EN
UG
7.9
3.0
NF
17811
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life and work of this
true frontiersman.
John F. Kennedy
Schultz, Randy
69769
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
5998
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of the president
who was assassinated in 1963.
John F. Kennedy
Marcovitz, Hal
63035
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
6313
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the thirtyfifth president of the United States,
focusing on his childhood and young
adulthood.
John F. Kennedy
Burgan, Michael
53515
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
6713
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the thirtyfifth president of the United States, who
served from 1961 until his assassination
in 1963.
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Title
John F. Kennedy
Author
Anderson, Catherine
Corley
John F. Kennedy's Inaugural
Speech
Price Hossell, Karen
John F. Kennedy: Thirty-Fifth
President of the United States
Word
Number Lang IL
85822 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
19396 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography shares the story of John
F. Kennedy, the dynamic leader who
served as the thirty-fifth president of the
United States from 1961 until his
assassination in 1963.
103654
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
7706
N
N
-
-
-
This book analyzes the inaugural
speech of President John F. Kennedy in
January 1961 and chronicles the events
in his life leading up to his election, as
well as major events in history during his
administration.
Kent, Zachary
884
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
11867
N
N
-
-
-
Chronicles the life and tragic death of
the man who championed foreign
relations, civil rights, and space
exploration as the thirty-fifth President of
the United States.
John Grisham: Best-Selling Author Ishizuka, Katy
71765
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
17373
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life, career, and
influence of the popular writer of legal
thrillers.
John H. Johnson: The Man from
Ebony
14175
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
11532
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the African-American
Entrepreneur whose publishing
company began Negro Digest, Ebony,
and Jet and whose other involvements
in radio and in cosmetics have made
him one of the 400 richest Americans.
46995
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
8480
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of John Jay, who
served as the first chief justice of the
United States Supreme Court.
Falkof, Lucille
John Jay: First Chief Justice of the Powell, Phelan
Supreme Court
John Keats
Kirkpatrick, Patricia
100695
EN
UG
7.2
1.0
NF
5283
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of
eighteenth-century English author John
Keats and discusses how his love of
nature influenced his work. It includes
poetry selections and illustrations.
John Legend
Magram, Clara
118451
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
9240
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of R&B
singer/songwriter John Legend, who
emerged as a star in 2004 with the
release of his first album, GET LIFTED,
which won three Grammy Awards.
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Title
John Lennon
Author
Dowswell, Paul
John Lennon
White, Michael
John Lennon: All I Want Is the
Truth: A Biography
Partridge, Elizabeth
John Lennon: The Beatles and
Beyond
Word
Number Lang IL
48605 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
6352 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book profiles the former Beatle,
with information on his childhood, family
life, career, and the legacy of his music.
77259
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
14589
N
N
-
-
-
This book reviews the life and work of
legendary rock musician John Lennon,
from his childhood in Liverpool to
superstardom as a member of the
Beatles and as a solo artist, as well as
his promotion of world peace.
101863
EN
MG
7.4
8.0
NF
45741
N
N
-
-
-
Text and striking black-and-white
photographs span the life of John
Lennon, an unforgettable story of one of
rock's biggest legends.
Wright, David K.
14730
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
16872
N
N
-
-
-
Explores this rock musician's childhood
and personal life, his carrer with the
Beatles and on his own, and his lasting
impression on the music world.
John Lewis: From Freedom Rider
to Congressman
Hill, Christine M.
60921
EN
UG
7.7
3.0
NF
18452
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of the man
whose politics took him from civil rights
worker in the South to serving as a
United States Congressman.
John Logie Baird
Goldsmith, Mike
64616
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
7209
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and work of
John Logie Baird, who created
successful television systems and was a
key figure in the history of the
development of television.
John Logie Baird
Reid, Struan
39665
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
8678
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the inventor,
John Logie Baird, who made the first
television transmission of the human
face.
109085
EN
MG
7.5
6.0
NF
35044
N
N
-
-
N
This book presents a history of the
game of football, highlighting some of
the sport's greatest players and teams.
The coauthor is Bill Gutman.
John Madden's Heroes of Football: Madden, John
The Story of America's Game
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Title
John Muir: Crusader for the
Wilderness
Author
Warrick, Karen
Clemens
John Muir: Protecting and
Preserving the Environment
Elliot, Henry
John Muir: Wilderness Protector
Wadsworth, Ginger
John Newbery: Father of Children's Granahan, Shirley
Literature
Word
Number Lang IL
60703 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
19351 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book describes the life of the
naturalist who became a founder of the
Sierra Club and a proponent of the
establishment of national parks in
America.
129283
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
10318
N
N
-
-
-
This brief, illustrated biography about
environmentalist John Muir chronicles
his life and work in protecting and
preserving the environment.
26069
EN
MG
7.2
4.0
NF
23243
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the naturalist and
explorer who helped found Sierra Club
and was influential in the development
of our national park system.
133908
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
13330
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents the life of John
Newbery, discussing his childhood in
the country, family, influence on
children's literature, and legacy.
John Paul Jones
Price Hossell, Karen
82062
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
10354
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles Scottish-American
sailor John Paul Jones, discussing his
accomplishments in the Continental
Navy during the Revolutionary War and
his later years in Paris and as a member
of the Russian Navy.
John Paul Jones: Father of the
American Navy
Haugen, Brenda
85239
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
10645
N
N
-
-
-
Commanding a small group of ships,
John Paul Jones faced the largest fleet
of his era. His skill as a sailor and as a
leader broke blockades and British
resolve. With his promise "I have not yet
begun to fight," he became the Father of
the American Navy.
John Peter Zenger: Free Press
Advocate
Westermann, Karen
T.
47017
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
8925
N
N
-
-
N
This is a biography of the man whose
trial for printing the truth about the
governor of New York was responsible
for first establishing freedom of speech
and freedom of the press in America.
John Quincy Adams: Sixth
President of the United States
Kent, Zachary
856
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
10927
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the sixth President who
continued the family dedication to public
service begun by his father, the second
President of the United States.
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Title
John Stark: Live Free or Die
Author
Crannell, Karl
Number Lang IL
119077 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.9 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11036 N
N
John Steinbeck
Reef, Catherine
65099
EN
John Travolta
Naden, Corinne J.
64803
John Tyler
O'Connell, Kim A.
John Tyler: Tenth President of the
United States
Lillegard, Dee
John Wesley Powell
Souza, D.M.
John Winthrop: Colonial Governor
of Massachusetts
Burgan, Michael
Johnny Depp
Hawes, Esme
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.2
5.0
NF
30721
N
EN
UG
7.7
4.0
NF
20148
69771
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
860
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
76634
EN
MG
7.7
103910
EN
MG
30974
EN
MG
N
-
-
-
This book is an introduction to the life
and most significant works of American
author John Steinbeck.
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and acting
career of John Travolta, the star of
"Saturday Night Fever," "Pulp Fiction,"
and "Primary Colors." The coauthor is
Rose Blue.
5964
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the tenth
president of the United States, under
whose administration the Treaty of
Wanghia was signed, thus opening
China to American traders and paving
the way for international trade that still
occurs today.
NF
8289
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the Virginian who
became tenth President of the United
States, upon the death of William Henry
Harrison.
1.0
NF
6246
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles John Wesley Powell
and his expeditions to the Colorado and
Green rivers.
7.0
2.0
NF
11532
N
N
-
-
-
In 1630, John Winthrop led a group of
Puritans from England to the New World
in what came to be called the Great
Migration and establishing the
Massachusetts Bay Colony. During his
lifetime, no English residents had
greater democracy than these settlers.
7.4
1.0
NF
8319
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of the
motion picture actor best known for his
portrayals of off-beat, loner characters.
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Description
- This biography profiles the life of
Revolutionary War leader from New
Hampshire John Stark, who played a
decisive role in several clashes,
including Bunker Hill and the Battle of
Bennington.
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Title
Johnny Depp
Author
Graziano, Jim
Number Lang IL
118452 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
9310 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
Johnny Depp
Wine, Bill
126800
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9858
N
The Jonas Brothers
Orr, Tamra
141767
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
6051
Jonathan Edwards: Colonial
Religious Leader
Lutz, Norma Jean
47019
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
Jonathan Ive: Designer of the iPod Hirschmann, Kris
117118
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
VP
Description
- This biography profiles the life of Johnny
Depp, who has forged one of
Hollywood's most interesting careers
and gained his greatest success when
he portrayed Captain Jack Sparrow in
the film PIRATES OF THE
CARIBBEAN.
N
-
-
-
This biography explores the life and
career of quirky and unpredictable actor
Johnny Depp.
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines what the Jonas
brothers' lives were like before success,
their big break that opened the door to
fame and fortune, and most importantly,
their music.
8821
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the man who
helped lead a religious movement called
the Great Awakening.
NF
6940
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores the life and
achievements of Jonathan Ive,
discussing his childhood, education,
career with Apple Computer, Inc., and
success designing the iPod.
Jonathan Taylor Thomas
Grabowski, John F.
30960
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
9631
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the teen
actor whose starring role's such as
Randy on HOME IMPROVEMENT and
the voice of Simba on the big screen's
THE LION KING have made him one of
Hollywood's major teen stars.
José Limón
Cady, Jennifer
89540
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
6085
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of José
Limón, discussing his early years in
Mexico, his interest in dance and
determination to develop his unique
dance, known as the Limón Technique,
and his eventual success as a
choreographer.
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Author
Joseph E. Murray and the Story of Mattern, Joanne
the First Human Kidney Transplant
Word
Number Lang IL
62395 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
7541 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of the
American surgeon who received the
Nobel Prize in Medicine for his work on
kidney transplants.
Joseph Lieberman: Keeping the
Faith
Feinberg, Barbara
Silberdick
48769
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
5516
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the childhood,
career, and family life of the vicepresidential candidate of the Democratic
Party in 2000, Joseph Lieberman.
Joseph Pulitzer and the New York
World
Whitelaw, Nancy
47546
EN
UG
7.5
4.0
NF
23227
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
newspaper editor who crusaded against
corruption, established the Pulitzer
Prize, and founded the Columbia School
of Journalism.
Joseph Pulitzer: Historic
Newspaper Publisher
Gitlin, Martin
133909
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
14362
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents the life of
Hungarian American publisher Joseph
Pulitzer, for whom the Pulitzer Prize is
named, describing his childhood,
immigration to the United States, service
in the Union Army, and early journalism
career.
Joseph Stalin
Downing, David
50477
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
9165
N
N
-
-
-
This book gives an engrossing account
of how Joseph Stalin came to power in
the midst of deep turmoil, and details
the effects of his leadership on the
course of world history.
Joseph Stalin
McCollum, Sean
135239
EN
MG+
7.2
2.0
NF
12918
N
N
-
-
-
Leaders of the Russian Revolution
proclaimed a new nation, the Soviet
Union, and promised to build a just
society run by and for the common
people. Joseph Stalin turned the Soviet
Union into a world power at an almost
unimaginable cost.
Joseph Stalin: Dictator of the
Soviet Union
Haugen, Brenda
104884
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
11164
N
N
-
-
-
This biography studies the life of Joseph
Stalin, whose vicious rule of the Soviet
Union spread communism and caused
the death of millions of Soviets.
Josh Gibson
Golus, Carrie
138952
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
19088
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life and
baseball career of catcher Josh Gibson.
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Title
Joshua Chamberlain and the
American Civil War
Author
Kennedy Jr., Robert
F.
Number Lang IL
123493 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.9 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
5921 N
N
A Journey: The Autobiography of
Apolo Anton Ohno
Ohno, Apolo Anton
69079
EN
The Joy of Creation: The Story of
Clara Schumann
Shichtman, Sandra
H.
139979
Joycelyn Elders, M.D.: From
Sharecropper's Daughter to
Surgeon General of the United
States of America
Elders, Joycelyn
Juan Gonzalez: Outstanding
Outfielder
Juan Ponce de León
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.1
8.0
NF
47346
N
EN
UG
7.6
5.0
NF
27069
25901
EN
UG
7.2 22.0
NF
Gutman, Bill
25378
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
Manning, Ruth
48591
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
N
-
-
-
This is the autobiography of the
controversial young American who won
gold and silver medals in speed skating
at the 2002 Winter Olympics. The
coauthor is Nancy Ann Richardson.
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life of
nineteenth-century classical composer
Clara Schumann, wife of composer
Robert Schumann, describing her
childhood and the challenges she faced
throughout her life and discussing her
musical accomplishments.
127792
N
N
-
-
-
This autobiography of Dr. Joycelyn
Elders discusses her life prior to
entering the political arena, and reviews
the controversy surrounding her
confirmation, tenure, and resignation as
surgeon general of the United States.
The coauthor is David Chanoff.
NF
7595
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of baseball star outfielder
Juan Gonzalez, from his childhood in
Puerto Rico to his success with the
Texas Rangers to his dedication to the
youth of Puerto Rico.
NF
7943
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of the
Spanish explorer who first came to the
new world with Columbus and went on
to become governor of Puerto Rico and
later came to Florida looking for the
Fountain of Youth.
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experiences during the American Civil
War and examining his role in the
surrender of the Confederate Army.
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Author
Juan Ponce de Leon: Discoverer of Otfinoski, Steven
Florida
Judas Priest: "Metal Gods"
Bowe, Brian J.
Judy Blume
Word
Number Lang IL
87116 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
9687 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book tells the life story of Juan
Ponce de León, describing the
explorer's discovery of Florida and his
role in the founding of Hispaniola and
Puerto Rico.
129577
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
14577
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the personal
lives of the members of the British
heavy metal band Judas Priest,
discussing the group's rise to fame.
Telford, Cee
83912
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
13835
N
N
-
-
-
The life and work of author Judy Blume
is discussed, including her writing
process and methods, inspirations, a
critical discussion of her books,
biographical timeline, and awards.
Judy Johnson
Billus, Kathleen
57332
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
12196
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the life of the famed
Negro League third baseman and
discusses segregation in America, the
formation of the Negro Leagues, and
the integration of professional baseball
in 1947.
Juelz Santana
Rockworth, Janice
119800
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
8762
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist Juelz Santana.
Julia Morgan: Architect of Dreams
Wadsworth, Ginger
26070
EN
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
17974
N
N
-
-
-
Recounts the life of the architect whose
projects included designing the Hearst
Castle at San Simeon, California.
Julius Caesar: Dictator for Life
Rinaldo, Denise
132548
EN
MG+
7.4
2.0
NF
11619
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of Julius
Caesar, providing information on his
place in world history, evil deeds, and
military conquests.
Julius Caesar: The Boy Who
Conquered an Empire
Galford, Ellen
115893
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9554
N
N
-
-
-
This concise biography about Roman
Emperor Julius Caesar describes his
childhood, military adventures, climb to
power, and his relationship with
Cleopatra.
Julius Erving
Macht, Norman L.
4678
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
11788
N
N
-
-
-
Dr. J, who is profiled in this book,
redefined the game of basketball.
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Title
The Jump: Sebastian Telfair and
the High-Stakes Business of High
School Ball
Author
O'Connor, Ian
Number Lang IL
119970 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF Count Book RP
7.4 18.0 NF 104898 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
Justin Timberlake
Cefrey, Holly
124464
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
6162
N
Justin Timberlake
Marcovitz, Hal
118519
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
9189
Kanye West
Wells, PeggySue
123666
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
Kanye West
La Bella, Laura
128614
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
Kanye West
Simons, Rae
111719
EN
MG
7.2
Karen Hesse
Clarke, Nzingha
100501
EN
MG
Karl Malone: Star Forward
Rekela, George
21016
EN
Katherine Dunham: Pioneer of
Black Dance
O'Connor, Barbara
47462
EN
N
-
-
-
This biography of pop star Justin
Timberlake describes his childhood in
Tennessee and covers his rise as a
performer, which included his time as a
member of the band 'N Sync.
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the career of
Justin Timberlake, whose string of hits
with the group 'N Snyc propelled him to
popularity in the 1990s.
3936
N
N
-
-
-
This brief biography profiles the life and
career of rapper and hip-hop artist
Kanye West.
NF
5876
N
N
-
-
-
This introduction to the life of singer
Kanye West discusses his childhood,
musical training and influences, career
successes, and the controversies
surrounding his work.
1.0
NF
8239
N
N
-
-
-
This brief profile of hip-hop artist Kanye
West chronicles his childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and
success in the entertainment industry.
7.3
2.0
NF
13231
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a brief biography of
children's writer Karen Hesse, providing
information on her early life, her family,
her influences, and how she became a
writer.
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
13559
N
N
-
-
-
Profiles the personal life and
professional career of the Utah Jazz
player Karl Malone.
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
15548
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Katherine
Dunham, emphasizing her childhood,
her love of anthropology and dance, and
the creation of her unique dance style.
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abject poverty to riches after becoming
one of the sport's greatest point guards.
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Title
Katherine Paterson
Author
McGinty, Alice B.
Keanu Reeves
Membery, York
Keeping the Rope Straight: Annie
Dodge Wauneka's Life of Service
to the Navajo
Word
Number Lang IL
100502 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
13302 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This brief biography discusses the life of
Katherine Paterson, author of BRIDGE
TO TERABITHIA, including an interview
and selected reviews.
30978
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
7646
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of the
actor best known for his roles in the Bill
& Ted movies and "Speed."
Niethammer, Carolyn
140069
EN
MG
7.3
4.0
NF
21870
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of Navajo leader Annie
Dodge Wauneka discusses her work to
educate people about tuberculosis and
to make other improvements in the
health care and education available to
the Navajo.
Kellie Pickler
Marcovitz, Hal
133738
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
9433
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of Kellie
Pickler, discussing the people who
inspired her to pursue a singing career,
her small-town roots, her debut album,
and the role that television show
AMERICAN IDOL played in her
success.
Kelly Clarkson
Snyder, Gail
133739
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
9553
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of Kelly
Clarkson, discussing the people who
inspired her to pursue a singing career,
her small-town roots, her many awards,
and the role that television show
AMERICAN IDOL played in her
success.
Kelly Clarkson
Lawlor, Michelle
118453
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
9541
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of singer
and AMERICAN IDOL winner Kelly
Clarkson. Due to hard work and
dedication, her career has demonstrated
her true talents as a pop rock star.
Kevin Garnett
Fedorko, Jamie
129488
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
9248
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life and
career of Kevin Garnett, discussing his
childhood, arrest for lynching, decision
to join the NBA straight out of high
school, professional success, and other
related topics.
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Title
Kevin Jones: Snowboarding
Superstar
Author
Weinstein, Anna
Kid Stories
Delisle, Jim
Word
Number Lang IL
83951 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
8673 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book profiles the life and career of
professional snowboarder, Kevin Jones,
from his youth in California to his
winning performance at the 2001 Winter
X Games.
9527
EN
MG
7.7
4.0
NF
24216
N
N
-
-
-
Life stories of 20 school-age boys and
girls who were brave, intelligent,
inspirational, or simply friendly, as they
faced things that each of us faces.
The Kids Book of Great Canadians MacLeod, Elizabeth
77501
EN
MG
7.9
4.0
NF
20030
N
N
-
-
-
This book celebrates the worldwide
contributions of these Canadian men,
women, and children in many various
areas.
Kindred Spirit: A Biography of L.M. Andronik, Catherine
Montgomery, Creator of Anne of
M.
Green Gables
18816
EN
MG
7.2
5.0
NF
29405
N
N
-
-
-
Covers the personal life and literary
career of the Canadian writer best
known for her novels about Anne, a girl
from Prince Edward Island.
King Arthur
Roberts, Jeremy
47112
EN
UG
7.7
3.0
NF
15540
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines both the legends
and the facts surrounding the literary
and historical figure of Britain's King
Arthur.
King George III
Green, Robert
27129
EN
UG
7.9
1.0
NF
5711
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of the
eighteenth-century British monarch
whose reign the American colonies
fought to break away and form an
independent.
King Henry VIII
Green, Robert
27130
EN
UG
7.7
1.0
NF
5818
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of the
English monarch who challenged the
Pop's authority, established a state
religion, married six wives, and presided
over the beginnings of the Renaissance
in England.
King of the World
Remnick, David
25925
EN
UG
7.6 18.0
NF
101048
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the mythic sports figure
Muhammad Ali, including the pivotal
figures and events that affected his life.
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Title
Author
Number Lang IL
Kings and Queens of Central Africa Diouf, Sylviane Anna
46786 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 1.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Kings and Queens of East Africa
Diouf, Sylviane Anna
46787
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
5442
N
N
-
-
-
This book surveys the historical regions
and kingdoms of East Africa, including
biographies of some of its kings and
queens.
Kings and Queens of Southern
Africa
Diouf, Sylviane Anna
46788
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5939
N
N
-
-
-
This book surveys the historical regions
and kingdoms of Southern Africa,
including biographies of some of its
kings and queens.
Kings and Queens of West Africa
Diouf, Sylviane Anna
46789
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5871
N
N
-
-
-
This book surveys the historical regions
and kingdoms of West Africa, including
biographies of some of its kings and
queens.
Kirsten Dunst
Hill, Anne E.
88034
EN
UG
7.9
3.0
NF
19082
N
N
-
-
-
This autobiography examines the life of
Kirsten Dunst including her childhood,
first acting jobs in commercials, and rise
to stardom.
Kishina: A True Story of Gorilla
Survival
Rock, Maxine
75937
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
16540
N
N
-
-
-
This is an account of the first baby
gorilla born at the Yerkes Regional
Primate Research Center, her various
social encounters, and her move to
Busch Gardens' Myombe Reserve.
Kit Carson: He Led the Way
Calvert, Patricia
111510
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
17047
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and frontier
explorations of legendary trapper and
Indian agent Christopher "Kit" Carson.
Kobe Bryant
Hall, Jonathan
27959
EN
MG
7.8
4.0
NF
21705
N
N
-
-
-
The inside story of basketball's hottest
young star begins with his childhood in
Italy to becoming known as the "next
Michael Jordan."
Kurt Busch: NASCAR Driver
Porterfield, Jason
112740
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
5201
N
N
-
-
-
This brief biography of NASCAR driver
Kurt Busch provides information on his
youth, his early racing career, and his
success winning races in NASCAR.
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5482 N
N
VP
Description
- This book surveys the historical regions
and kingdoms of Central Africa,
including biographies of some of its
kings.
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Title
Kurt Cobain
Author
Gracie, Andrew
Kurt Cobain: "Oh Well, Whatever,
Nevermind"
Burlingame, Jeff
L. Frank Baum: Royal Historian of
Oz
Carpenter, Angelica
Shirley
LaDainian Tomlinson
Lace, William W.
LaDonna Harris
Word
Number Lang IL
30961 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
8507 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book chronicles the brief career
and mysterious suicide of the pioneer of
grunge music.
111576
EN
MG+
7.2
5.0
NF
27505
N
N
-
-
-
This biography tells the life story of
Nirvana singer Kurt Cobain, describing
his childhood, his start as a musician,
the subjects of his songs, his
relationship with Courtney Love, his
suicide, and the impact of Nirvana's
music on music history.
26071
EN
MG
7.2
4.0
NF
21663
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the author of THE
WIZARD OF OZ, who invented a new
kind of fairy tale, uniquely modern and
American. The coauthor is Jean Shirley.
126764
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
11489
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL running back
LaDainian Tomlinson.
Schwartz, Michael
15467
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
6405
N
N
-
-
-
Explores the life and accomplishments
of LaDonna Harris, the Comanche
woman who spent many years working
for the rights of Native Americans.
Lady Diana Spencer: Princess of
Wales
Whitelaw, Nancy
47547
EN
UG
7.1
3.0
NF
19681
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the Princess
of Wales.
Lance Armstrong: A Biography
Gutman, Bill
71113
EN
MG
7.6
6.0
NF
34861
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the cyclist whose
racing career was interrupted by a battle
with cancer before he was back on track
with the Tour de France.
141840
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
3494
N
N
-
-
-
This book features the words of thirteen
great Americans, men and women who
distinguished themselves by acting
courageously, often in difficult times,
leaving a profound imprint on the history
of our nation.
29000
EN
UG
7.2
9.0
NF
50458
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the story of a leading
poet of the Harlem Renaissance during
the 1920s who devoted his life to writing
about the black experience in America.
A Land of Big Dreamers: Voices of Waldman, Neil
Courage in America
Langston Hughes: An Illustrated
Edition
Meltzer, Milton
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Title
Langston Hughes: "Life Makes
Poems"
Author
Shull, Jodie A.
Number Lang IL
106744 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
17933 N
N
Langston Hughes: Poet of the
Harlem Renaissance
Hill, Christine M.
21117
EN
Larry Fitzgerald
Grabowski, John
126822
Larry Page and Sergey Brin
Flammang, James M.
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.2
3.0
NF
18037
N
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
10766
117851
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
Lasting Echoes: An Oral History of Bruchac, Joseph
Native America People
48524
EN
UG
7.5
6.0
Latin Sensations
Marquez, Heron
47464
EN
MG
7.6
Laura Bush: America's First Lady
Gormley, Beatrice
67168
EN
MG
Laurence Yep
Lawrence, Katherine
83913
EN
MG
N
-
-
-
This book surveys the private life and
literary accomplishments of Langston
Hughs.
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL wide receiver
Larry Fitzgerald.
7257
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents the lives of
Larry Page and Sergey Brin, the
creators of Google, who teamed up to
create an Internet search engine and a
nontraditional work environment that
encourages innovation, collaboration,
and having fun.
NF
31462
N
N
-
-
-
Using the compelling testimony of more
than one hundred Native Americans,
this is the histories of seven generations
of Native Americans.
3.0
NF
16045
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles five influential Latino
entertainers of the 1990s; Ricky Martin,
Selena, Jennifer Lopez, Enrique
Iglesias, and Marc Anthony.
7.2
4.0
NF
21515
N
N
-
-
-
This book touches on all aspects of Mrs.
Bush's life, from her years as a teacher
and librarian, to her first meeting with
her husband, to the birth of their twins,
to her important work as an advocate for
women and children.
7.6
2.0
NF
12012
N
N
-
-
-
The life and work of children's author
Laurence Yep is discussed, including
his writing process and methods,
inspirations, a critical discussion of his
books, biographical timeline, and
awards.
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the life and work of twentieth century
African American poet Langston
Hughes, providing information on his
childhood, education, and his impact on
American literature.
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Title
Lauryn Hill
Author
Greene, Meg
LeBron James
Marcovitz, Hal
LeBron James: The Rise of a Star
Word
Number Lang IL
2450 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
10446 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of the young
African American singer from New
Jersey who won five Grammy awards in
1999, including Best New Artist.
118454
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
9548
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of LeBron
James, the youngest player ever to win
the NBA Rookie of the Year. Since then,
he has turned the once-woeful Cavaliers
into a basketball power, leading them to
the NBA Finals in 2007.
Morgan Jr., David
Lee
79339
EN
UG
7.4
8.0
NF
45541
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of high
school basketball star LeBron James,
discussing how he became one of the
sport's hottest prospects, how he dealt
with fame in the NBA, and how he
overcame a difficult childhood.
Led Zeppelin
Schlesinger, Ethan
118464
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9248
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the history of the
rock band Led Zeppelin, discussing the
group's formation, successes, and
failures and looks at what band
members have done in the years since
reaching the peak of their popularity.
Lee and Grant at Appomattox
Kantor, MacKinlay
127294
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
18439
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the story of an
unforgettable moment in American
history: the historic meeting between
General Robert E. Lee and General
Ulysses S. Grant that ended the Civil
War.
Lee Iacocca: Chrysler's Good
Fortune
Collins, David R.
14177
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
10923
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the man who became
president of Chrysler Corporation after
32 years with Ford Motor Company.
Lee Trevino
Gilbert, Thomas
8350
EN
MG
7.7
4.0
NF
21933
N
N
-
-
-
Biography of the great MexicanAmerican professional golfer.
Lee vs. Grant: Great Battles of the
Civil War
Ashby, Ruth
61556
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
7277
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the Civil War
focusing on Lee and Grant.
Legends of American Dance and
Choreography
Ford, Carin T.
49983
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
15798
N
N
-
-
-
Lively text and delightful anecdotes
introduce readers to ten greats in
American dance.
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Title
Leonard Bernstein: A Passion for
Music
Author
Hurwitz, Johanna
Number Lang IL
63662 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 2.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Leonardo Da Vinci
Ross, Stewart
64617
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
6887
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the versatile
Renaissance artist in the context of his
times, describing some of his
achievements in painting, architecture,
engineering, sculpture, and science.
Leonardo da Vinci
Krull, Kathleen
100076
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
17515
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Leonardo da Vinci
focusing on his scientific rather than his
artistic work.
Leonardo da Vinci: Renaissance
Genius
O'Connor, Barbara
67196
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
16465
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the notable Italian
Renaissance artist, scientist, and
inventor.
Leonardo da Vinci: The Genius
Who Defined the Renaissance
Phillips, John
109701
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
8551
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of
Renaissance genius Leonardo da Vinci,
discussing his inquiries and
accomplishments in art and various
fields of science.
Leonidas: Hero of Thermopylae
Morris, Ian
Macgregor
73088
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
12163
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents an introduction to life
in the city-state of Sparta in ancient
Greece, focusing on the story of
Leonidas, a man who grew up in Sparta,
attained the throne, and led his army
against the Persians.
Leontyne Price: Opera Superstar
Steins, Richard
9930
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
7469
N
N
-
-
N
A biography of the renowned soprano
who helped break the color barrier in
professional opera during the 1960s.
Let's Go! Let's Publish! Katharine
Graham and the Washington Post
Whitelaw, Nancy
47548
EN
UG
7.9
4.0
NF
22551
N
N
-
-
-
This is the biography of Katharine
Graham, who guided the Washington
Post through the turmoil of the Vietnam
War, Watergate and into the 1990s after
the sudden death of her husband.
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11742 N
N
VP
Description
- This book traces the life and career of
the famous composer, conductor,
pianist, and teacher, Leonard Bernstein.
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Title
Let's Roll! Ordinary People,
Extraordinary Courage
Author
Beamer, Lisa
Lewis and Clark: Explorers of the
Louisiana Purchase
Kozar, Richard
Word
Number Lang IL
81080 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 13.0 NF
Count Book RP
75522 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- Lisa Beamer shares memories of her life
with husband Todd, and discusses how
her husband's courageous actions on
United Flight 93 on September 11,
2001, forever changed her life, and the
lives of all Americans. The coauthor is
Ken Abraham.
47022
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
7529
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the team who
explored the Louisiana Purchase
territory while seeking the elusive
Northwest Passage to the Pacific
Ocean.
Lewis Carroll: Through the Looking Carpenter, Angelica
Glass
Shirley
67181
EN
MG
7.8
4.0
NF
22908
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
mathematician, teacher, photographer,
and author who wrote "Alice's
Adventures in Wonderland."
The Life and Death of Crazy Horse Freedman, Russell
19199
EN
MG
7.2
6.0
NF
34674
N
N
-
-
N
A biography of the Oglala Leader who
relentlessly resisted the white man's
attempt to take over Indian lands.
The Life and Times of the Last Kid Benjamin, David
Picked
71660
EN
UG
7.0 15.0
NF
90039
N
N
-
-
-
Whether he's stalking frogs, playing four
-kid baseball, or sneaking into the
theater, Benjamin is the kind of little kid
who would have fallen in eagerly with
the redoubtable Tom Sawyer.
A Life in the Wild: George
Schaller's Struggle to Save the
Last Great Beasts
Turner, Pamela S.
126303
EN
MG
7.2
4.0
NF
24853
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the amazing life
and groundbreaking work of the man
International Wildlife calls "the world's
foremost field biologist."
Lifehouse
Juzwiak, Rich
109840
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5410
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the rock band
Lifehouse, describing the childhood of
front man Jason Wade, discussing the
group's music, and chronicling the
band's struggles and successes.
The Light Bulb
Fandel, Jennifer
81303
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
3904
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the work of inventor
Thomas Alva Edison in creating the
incandescent light bulb.
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The Lightbulb
Author
Wallace, Joseph
Lil Wayne
Rockworth, Janice
Lives of the Artists
Word
Number Lang IL
32451 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
10773 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book discusses the history of light,
the invention of the lightbulb, and new
and anticipated developments in the use
of light.
119801
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
9184
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist Lil Wayne.
Krull, Kathleen
26763
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
16389
N
N
-
-
-
Stories of the interesting lives and
interesting neighbors of twenty artists
offered as a way to know the artists and
their artworks.
Lives of the Athletes: Thrills, Spills
and What the Neighbors Thought
Krull, Kathleen
17370
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
16466
N
N
-
-
N
This book presents 20 true stories of
athletes whose physical
accomplishments create a world of
thrills and spills.
Lives of the Pirates:
Swashbucklers, Scoundrels
(Neighbors Beware!)
Krull, Kathleen
138020
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
17123
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles nineteen of the most
notorious men and women to sail the
seven seas.
Lives of the Writers: Comedies,
Krull, Kathleen
Tragedies and What the Neighbors
Thought
14477
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
16831
N
N
-
-
-
The lives of 20 writers, ranging from
Dickens, the Brontes, and Poe to Twain,
Sandburg, and Langston Hughes, are
profiled in this eclectic, humorous, and
informative collection.
LL Cool J
Baughan, Brian
111720
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
8785
N
N
-
-
-
This brief profile of hip-hop artist LL
Cool J chronicles his childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and
success in the entertainment industry.
LL Cool J
Juzwiak, Rich
104685
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
5977
N
N
-
-
-
Rapper, actor, spokesman,
entrepreneur, philanthropist, husband,
father, icon: these words are among
many that describe the man the world
knows as LL Cool J.
The Long Road Home: A Story of
War and Family
Raddatz, Martha
130240
EN
UG
7.6 15.0
NF
83098
N
N
-
-
-
ABC White House correspondent
Martha Raddatz, chronicles the events
of an April 2004 surprise attack on
American troops in Sadr City, Iraq; and
provides personal accounts of soldiers
in battle and their families and friends
waiting for news at home.
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Title
Lord Baltimore: Founder of
Maryland
Author
Robinson, J. Dennis
Lorenzo de' Medici and
Renaissance Italy
Greenblatt, Miriam
Word
Number Lang IL
105261 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
12408 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography explores the life of Cecil
Calvert, who founded the Maryland
Colony and whose leadership
established religious freedoms that
helped form American democracy.
64893
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
12257
N
N
-
-
-
This book provides an overview of the
lives of Lorenzo de' Medici and his
subjects in Renaissance Italy.
Lorraine Hansberry: Playwright and Scheader, Catherine
Voice of Justice
21119
EN
UG
7.3
3.0
NF
17687
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
playwright who was the first black
person and the youngest American to
receive the New York Drama Critics
Circle award for the best play of the
year.
The Lost Childhood: A World War II Nir, Yehuda
Memoir
59346
EN
UG
7.5 12.0
NF
71130
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes six years in the life
of a daring and resourceful Polish
Jewish boy and his family, who survived
the Holocaust by using false papers and
posing as Catholics.
The Lost Garden
Yep, Laurence
70573
EN
MG
7.1
7.0
NF
38402
N
N
-
-
-
The author describes how he grew up
as a Chinese-American in San
Francisco and how he came to use his
writing to celebrate his family and his
ethnic heritage.
Lou Gehrig
Greenberger, Robert
72996
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
11877
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the personal life
and baseball career of the famous
Yankee first baseman, Lou Gehrig.
Lou Henry Hoover: The Duty to
Serve
Colbert, Nancy A.
47550
EN
UG
7.1
3.0
NF
17233
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the wife of
President Herbert Hoover, following her
life from birth to death.
Louis Pasteur
Gogerly, Liz
64618
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
6323
N
N
-
-
-
This book follows the life and career of
the French scientist who proved the
existence of germs and their connection
with diseases.
Louis Sachar
Greene, Meg
72997
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
13022
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life, novels, and
writing habits of Louis Sachar.
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Title
Louisa May Alcott: Author of Little
Women
Author
Warrick, Karen
Clemens
Word
Number Lang IL
36085 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
17376 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book traces the life of the wellknown author of "Little Women",
examining events prior to and following
her emergence as a prominent
American writer.
Louise Arner Boyd: Arctic Explorer Anema, Durlynn
47551
EN
UG
7.4
3.0
NF
16787
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the woman who
gave up a wealthy and pampered life to
make extensive explorations in the
Arctic regions.
Lucy Maud Montgomery
Gillen, Mollie
51957
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
13133
N
N
-
-
-
This book contains a biography of Lucy
Maud Montgomery, known to millions of
readers the world over as the creator of
Canada's most famous redhead, Anne
of Green Gables.
Ludacris
Wolny, Philip
128615
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
6284
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life and
accomplishments of Ludacris,
discussing his childhood, big break in
the hip-hop industry, music, and
charitable contributions.
Luis Alvarez and the Development Allison, Amy
of the Bubble Chamber
62396
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
7912
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of the
physicist who, among other
achievements, was awarded the 1968
Nobel Prize for physics for developing
the hydrogen bubble chamber, a
powerful tool for tracking atomic
particles.
Luis Walter Alvarez
Randall, Tina
102243
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
6976
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a short biography of
physicist, Luis Walter Alvarez, and
examines his Hispanic and Irish
heritage, early interest and education in
science, his work with Enrico Fermi, and
involvement with the Manhattan Project.
Lyndon B. Johnson
Levy, Debbie
66973
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
18175
N
N
-
-
-
Lyndon Johnson's aggressive
personality and political savvy brought
him his highest praise--and his harshest
criticism--and helped propel him from
his humble roots in Texas to power in
Washington, D.C., as a congressman,
senator, and president.
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Title
Lyndon B. Johnson
Author
Schultz, Randy
Number Lang IL
69772 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 1.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Lynyrd Skynyrd
Walker, Ida
118465
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9453
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the history of the
rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd, a group that
came to symbolize Southern rock. It
also tells the story of how the group reformed (and reformed) to continue to be
a force on the music scene.
Madam C.J. Walker: Entrepreneur
and Millionaire
Stille, Darlene R.
112526
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
12861
N
N
-
-
-
Madam C.J. Walker dreamed of a place
where African Americans were given the
chance for a better life. She worked her
way up from washing clothes to selling
her own line of beauty products,
becoming America's first black female
millionaire.
Madeleine Albright: First Woman
Secretary of State
Kramer, Barbara
53779
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
19065
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the personal life
and political career of Madeleine
Albright, the first woman to become
Secretary of State.
Madeleine L'Engle
Rosenberg, Aaron
100589
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
14793
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and work of
twentieth-century American author
Madeleine L'Engle, known for her
Newbery Award-winning novel "A
Wrinkle in Time."
Mae Jemison: A Space Biography
Yannuzzi, Della A.
21019
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
5235
N
N
-
-
-
Traces the life of the first AfricanAmerican woman to go into space.
Magic Johnson: Basketball Star
and Entrepreneur
Roselius, J Chris
142917
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
14724
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life of
Magic Johnson, describing his
accomplishments as a professional
basketball player and as an
entrepreneur and discussing his
influence on basketball and society.
Magnificent Women in Music
Ball, Heather
102990
EN
MG
7.4
4.0
NF
24490
N
N
-
-
-
This book features biographies of ten
inspiring, politically active women who
have made important contributions to
musical history.
AR BookGuide™
Count Book RP
5799 N
N
VP
Description
- This book explores the life of our
nation's thirty-sixth president, whose
administration became known for his
"Great Society" politics and its
involvement in the Vietnam War.
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Mahalia Jackson
Author
Wolfe, Charles
Mahalia Jackson: Queen of Gospel Gourse, Leslie
Song
Word
Number Lang IL
8362 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
17615 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- A biography of the renowned gospel
singer.
1781
EN
UG
7.3
6.0
NF
37133
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the rise of the famous
gospel singer from her early youth in
New Orleans to her Chicago-based
musical career.
Maiden Voyage
Aebi, Tania
25902
EN
UG
7.6 22.0
NF
127669
N
N
-
-
-
7KLVERRNLVDQDFFRXQWRIWKHILUVW
$PHULFDQZRPDQDQGWKH\RXQJHVW
SHUVRQHYHUWRVDLODURXQGWKHZRUOG
DORQH
7KHFRDXWKRULV%HUQDGHWWH%UHQQDQ
Make Way for Sam Houston
Fritz, Jean
6330
EN
MG
7.0
4.0
NF
23541
N
N
-
-
N
Capturing his sense of humor and
humanness, this biography makes Sam
Houston not just a figure but a
personality, set against the backdrop of
the United States in pre-Civil War times.
Making a Difference: The Story of
an American Family
Hodges, Margaret
16830
EN
UG
7.5
9.0
NF
53858
N
N
-
-
-
Traces the lives and accomplishments
of the extraordinary Mary Sherwood and
her five children, who played an
important role in bringing great changes
in higher education.
Making Love to Typewriters: A
Difficult Thing to Do
Taylor, Theodore
84639
EN
UG
7.6 10.0
NF
59245
N
N
-
-
-
Having spent a lifetime creating
characters, writing novels, and
recounting the tales of others'
noteworthy acts, Theodore Taylor finally
tells his own story in this new
autobiography.
Malcolm X
Graves, Renee
74917
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
6441
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Malcolm X,
focusing on the incidents that led to his
belief that blacks should be willing to
use any tactics necessary to secure
their freedom and equality.
Malcolm X
Shirley, David
29755
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
9199
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Malcolm X,
religious leader and one of the century's
leading figures in the struggle for racial
justice.
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Title
Malcolm X
Author
Bourcier, Cammy S.
Malcolm X (A&E Biography)
Benson, Michael
Malcolm X: A Revolutionary Voice
Gormley, Beatrice
Malcolm X: A Voice for Black
America
Diamond, Arthur
Malia
Snyder, Gail
The Man Who Listens to Horses
Roberts, Monty
Mandy Moore
The Manning Brothers
Word
Number Lang IL
129489 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
9961 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography of the life of civil rights
leader Malcolm X discusses his
childhood, family life, years in prison,
religious conversion, efforts to help
African Americans gain equal rights, and
assassination.
58718
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
15733
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the life of Malcolm X.
144579
EN
MG
7.7
5.0
NF
26483
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of civil
rights activist Malcolm X, discussing his
childhood, schooling, experiences with
racism, efforts to promote black power,
outspoken support for the African
American community, and other related
topics.
14731
EN
MG
7.9
4.0
NF
20219
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of the
controversial civil rights activist, from his
troubled childhood through his years as
a national leader in the Nation of Islam,
to his assassination.
133827
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
7893
N
N
-
-
-
This book provides biographical
information on the Barack Obama family
with a special emphasis on the eldest
daughter, Malia.
32947
EN
UG
7.4 17.0
NF
98727
N
N
-
-
-
This is the story of man who, through his
groundbreaking work with horses, has
acquired an unprecedented
understanding of nonverbal
communication.
Whiting, Jim
118520
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
9189
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the career of
Mandy Moore, who was awarded an
MTV Movie Award in 2002 and two
Teen Choice Awards for her singing and
acting abilities.
Marcovitz, Hal
126825
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
10266
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the lives,
careers, and achievements of NFL
quarterback brothers, Eli and Peyton
Manning.
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Title
Manny Ramirez
Author
Vascellaro, Charlie
Number Lang IL
4638 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11850 N
N
The Many Rides of Paul Revere
Giblin, James Cross
118877
EN
Mao Zedong
Heuston, Kimberley
135240
Marc Chagall
Welton, Jude
Marco Polo
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
13699
N
EN
MG+
7.5
2.0
NF
12759
74397
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
Gefen, Keren
62462
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
Marco Polo
Reid, Struan
48592
EN
MG
7.1
Marco Polo: Overland to China
Zelenyj, Alexander
103090
EN
MG
Marco Polo: To China and Back
Otfinoski, Steven
65395
EN
MG
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles Paul Revere's life,
describing his childhood as the son of a
French immigrant, his work as a
silversmith, and his roles in the
American Revolution.
N
N
-
-
-
For two decades, Mao Zedong fought a
brutal civil war for control of China.
Once in power, he turned a nation of
peasants into an industrial powerhouse.
In the process, he executed millions of
people and sent millions more to labor
camps.
8603
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores Marc Chagall,
discussing his work in relation to his life
and what was happening in the world
around him.
NF
10183
N
N
-
-
-
This biography discusses the life of the
Venetian explorer and the book based
on his thirteenth-century travels along
the Silk Road to the court of Kublai
Kahn in China.
1.0
NF
7664
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Marco Polo.
7.4
1.0
NF
5150
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life and
adventures of thirteenth-century Italian
explorer Marco Polo, describing his
experiences in the Orient and in Asia,
his seventeen years at the court of the
Kublai Khan, and the legacy he left
behind.
7.1
2.0
NF
9967
N
N
-
-
-
This is the story of Marco Polo. He was
one of the first western Europeans to
reach China.
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Description
- This book is a biography of the powerhitting outfielder for the Cleveland
Indians, from his childhood in the
Dominican Republic and New York City
through his days in the minor leagues to
his major league debut and beyond.
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Title
Marcus Garvey: Black Nationalist
Crusader and Entrepreneur
Author
Haugen, Brenda
Number Lang IL
120241 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11870 N
N
Margaret Bourke-White: A
Photographer's Life
Keller, Emily
26073
EN
Margaret Bourke-White: Daring
Photographer
Wooten, Sara
McIntosh
61129
Margaret Bourke-White: Her
Pictures Were Her Life
Rubin, Susan
Goldman
Margaret Bourke-White: Racing
with a Dream
Welch, Catherine A.
Maria Sharapova
Mariah Carey
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
19616
N
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
17993
34728
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
26082
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
Sapet, Kerrily
126748
EN
MG
7.8
Scott, Celicia
111722
EN
MG
7.4
N
-
-
-
Profiles the life of the photojournalist
who was an original staff photographer
for "Life" magazine and a war
correspondent during World War II.
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of twentiethcentury American photographer,
chronicling the path of her career as an
architectural and industrial
photographer, and discussing the risks
she took and adventures she had in the
course of her work.
15910
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses one of the most
glamorous and famous women in
America, Margaret Bourke-White and
her travels as a photojournalist.
NF
14348
N
N
-
-
-
Examines the personal life and
photographic career of the woman who
served as a photojournalist for the
Magazine "Life" during World War II and
the Korean War.
2.0
NF
10248
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of tennis
player Maria Sharapova, discussing her
childhood in Russia, years of practice,
career accomplishments, her family, and
personal life.
1.0
NF
8604
N
N
-
-
-
This brief profile of hip-hop artist Mariah
Carey chronicles her childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and
success in the entertainment industry.
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Description
- This biography of Marcus Garvey
depicts the founder of the Universal
Negro Improvement Association, who
developed a worldwide following in his
efforts to help black people reclaim
Africa and return their race to the
greatness of their ancestors.
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Word
Title
Marian Wright Edelman: Defender
of Children's Rights
Author
Otfinoski, Steven
Number Lang IL
9933 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 1.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Marianne Moore
Page, David E.
12727
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
5210
N
N
-
-
-
Examines the life of the American poet
and presents some of her poems.
Marie Curie
Gogerly, Liz
64619
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
6823
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Marie Curie,
the person who discovered radium.
Marie Curie
Healy, Nick
100649
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
5209
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life and
accomplishments of Polish-born
scientist Marie Curie, discussing the
challenges she faced as a woman in the
fields of chemistry and physics, and
looking at her pioneering work in
radiology.
Marie Curie: A Scientific Pioneer
Lassieur, Allison
74393
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
16561
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of Polishborn scientist Marie Curie, the first
woman to receive the Nobel Prize.
Mario Molina
Guidici, Cynthia
102244
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
7161
N
N
-
-
-
This brief biography of Mario Molina, the
first Mexican-born scientist to win the
Nobel Prize for chemistry, includes
information on his childhood, his
education, and his career in science.
Maritcha: A Nineteenth-Century
American Girl
Bolden, Tonya
86214
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
7154
N
N
-
-
N
Based on an actual memoir written by
Maritcha Rémond Lyons, who was born
and raised in New York City, this
poignant story tells what it was like to be
a black child born free during the days
of slavery.
Mark McGwire: A Biography
Hall, Jonathan
32581
EN
MG
7.5
4.0
NF
22723
N
N
-
-
-
This is a brief biography of the amazing
home run record-breaker from little
league to the major leagues.
Mark Twain
Middleton, Haydn
54427
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
11775
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and work of
Samuel Clemens, better known as Mark
Twain, whose famous fiction creatively
combines humor and social criticism.
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7147 N
N
VP
Description
- Biography of the first American black
female attorney in Mississippi and
tireless defender and champion of
young people.
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Word
Title
Mark Twain (A&E Biography)
Author
Aller, Susan Bivin
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
17893 N
N
Mark Twain Along the Mississippi
Youngblood, Wayne
104643
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
13152
N
Mark Twain for Kids: His Life and
Times, 21 Activities
Rasmussen, R. Kent
82202
EN
MG
7.9
7.0
NF
40267
Mark Twain: A Writer's Life
Meltzer, Milton
1764
EN
UG
7.5
4.0
NF
31462
EN
UG
7.2
3.0
111945
EN
MG
7.2
Marquis de Lafayette: French Hero Payan, Gregory
of the American Revolution
56218
EN
MG
Martha Berry, A Woman of
Courageous Spirit and Bold
Dreams
55297
EN
UG
Mark Twain: Legendary Writer and Pflueger, Lynda
Humorist
Marquette & Jolliet: Quest for the
Mississippi
Zelenyj, Alexander
Blackburn, Joyce
Number Lang IL
47467 EN MG
RV
-
LS
-
N
-
-
-
This biography of nineteenth-century
author Mark Twain chronicles his
childhood in Missouri, life as a riverboat
pilot, experience as a journalist, and his
literary career.
N
N
-
-
-
Mark Twain's writing was influenced by
his childhood experiences in Missouri
and his jobs as steamboat pilot, printer,
miner, inventor, world traveler,
businessman, lecturer, reporter, and
author. His story is told through
interesting text and photos.
25341
N
N
-
-
-
This surveys the life of Samuel
Clemens, who grew up in Missouri, was
a river pilot on the Mississippi, became
a journalist, and achieved fame as a
writer under the pen name Mark Twain.
NF
19080
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
American Humanist and writer whose
writing greatly reflected the events of his
life, particularly his boyhood in Hannibal,
Missouri.
1.0
NF
5292
N
N
-
-
-
This short history of explorers Jacques
Marquette and Louis Jolliet describes
their exploration of the Mississippi River
Valley, encounters with the Native
peoples along the way, and legacies
they left behind.
7.5
2.0
NF
12444
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of Marquis
de Lafayette and his role in the
American Revolution.
7.5
6.0
NF
33249
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Martha Berry, who
devoted herself to the establishment of
schools for underprivileged children in
the rural areas of the South.
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Description
- This is a biography of the first author to
capture the true voice of America, Mark
Twain.
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Title
Martha Graham
Author
Kessel, Kristin
Martha Graham: Founder of
Modern Dance
Newman, Gerald
Martha Washington: First Lady
McPherson,
Stephanie
Sammartino
Martin Lawrence
Word
Number Lang IL
89541 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
5796 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography of Martha Graham tells
of her early years in Pennsylvania, her
interest in expressing emotions in her
dance routines, and her eventual
success as a choreographer.
1748
EN
UG
7.9
3.0
NF
18347
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the dancer,
choreographer, and teacher who is
generally considered to be one of
America's greatest pioneers of modern
dance. The coauthor is Eleanor
Newman Layfield.
21123
EN
UG
7.9
3.0
NF
14908
N
N
-
-
-
Traces the life of the wife of the first
President of the United States, through
her childhood to the early year's of the
new country's history.
Deutsch, Stacia
129490
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
8959
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life and
career of Martin Lawrence, discussing
his childhood, family, acting roles,
marriage, and awards. The coauthor is
Rhody Cohon.
Martin Luther King Jr.
Brown, Adele Q.
72715
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
8778
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and career
of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., including
his accomplishments in the civil rights
movement and his impact on American
history.
Martin Luther King Jr.
Colbert, David
128817
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
18063
N
N
-
-
-
This book recounts ten days in the life of
civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.,
including his call for a boycott of buses
in Montgomery, Alabama, and the
delivery of his now-famous "I Have a
Dream" speech.
Martin Luther King Jr.: Civil Rights
Pioneer
Schloredt, Valerie
74410
EN
UG
7.6
3.0
NF
14707
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Martin
Luther King Jr., a minister who
advocated and practiced nonviolent civil
disobedience to protest prejudice,
segregation, and discrimination based
on color in the United States. The
coauthor is Pam Brown.
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Title
Martin Luther King Jr.: "We Shall
Overcome"
Author
Schraff, Anne E.
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Boyd, Herb
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Jakoubek, Robert
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Word
Number Lang IL
101035 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
17595 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- With powerful words and peaceful
actions, Martin Luther King Jr. led the
way. He inspired blacks and whites alike
to work for a world without racism and
segregation.
83360
EN
MG
7.8
4.0
NF
21177
N
N
-
-
-
Through text and illustration, this book
depicts the life of Martin Luther King Jr.,
from his childhood as a bright,
inquisitive boy to the man driven by a
dream of freedom, who would lead the
movement that changed America.
8315
EN
MG
7.9
5.0
NF
29671
N
N
-
-
-
Examines the life of the black American
clergyman, civil rights leader, and
recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize.
Lambert, Kathy
Kristensen
29706
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
7770
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the civil rights
leader, Martin Luther King, Jr.
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Fandel, Jennifer
100650
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
5452
N
N
-
-
-
This short biography describes the life
and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.,
twentieth-century civil rights leader.
Martin Luther King, Jr.: Minister
and Civil Rights Activist
January, Brendan
43642
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
15030
N
N
-
-
-
This biography follows Martin Luther
King Jr. as he becomes a leader in the
Civil Rights movement.
Martin Luther King: The Peaceful
Warrior
Clayton, Ed
29762
EN
UG
7.0
2.0
NF
13511
N
N
-
-
-
The story of his childhood; his career as
a great Negro leader; and his
assassination.
Martin Luther: Father of the
Reformation
Somervill, Barbara A.
105262
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
11716
N
N
-
-
-
This biography explores the life of
Martin Luther, the German priest who
challenged the practices of the Catholic
Church and whose actions began the
Protestant Reformation.
Mary
Demi
110281
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
4538
N
N
-
-
-
This book contains an illustrated
collection of quotations from the New
Testament and later works, which
describe the life of Mary.
Mary Cassatt: Portrait of an
American Impressionist
Streissguth, Tom
26081
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
15875
N
N
-
-
-
Presents the life and work of Mary
Cassatt, the only American artist
included with the French Impressionists.
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Word
Title
Mary J. Blige
Author
Brown, Terrell
Mary Kay Ash: Mary Kay-A
Beautiful Business
Stefoff, Rebecca
14179
EN
Mary McLeod Bethune: Educator
and Activist
Broadwater, Andrea
68920
Mary Todd Lincoln
Santow, Dan
Mary Walker: Civil War Surgeon
and Feminist
Fitzgerald, Stephanie
Mary Wollstonecraft and the Rights Miller, Calvin Craig
of Women
Matt Groening
Miller, Raymond H.
Matthew Henson
Gilman, Michael
Number Lang IL
111748 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
8456 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
10456
N
EN
UG
7.7
3.0
NF
14827
1512
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
128075
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
47553
EN
UG
7.5
100610
EN
MG
8311
EN
MG
N
-
-
-
A biography of the woman who began
her own cosmetic company to put her
business philosophy to work.
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life and
achievements of the black educator who
fought bigotry and sought equality for
blacks in the areas of education and
political rights.
11816
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the wife of
the sixteenth president of the United
States, discussing her upbringing,
marriage, and the tragedies that marred
her life.
NF
11579
N
N
-
-
-
Dr. Mary Walker served as a surgeon
with the Union Army during the
American Civil War. She spied on
Confederate troops and spent four
months as a prisoner of war. In 1865,
she was awarded the Medal of Honor.
4.0
NF
20628
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a portrait of a founding
member of the women's rights
movement, who wrote the book,"A
Vindication of the Rights of Woman" in
the late eighteenth century.
7.0
1.0
NF
4846
N
N
-
-
-
This book is the story of the man who
created THE SIMPSONS, the oddball
cartoon family that has entertained
American television viewers for more
than fifteen years.
7.8
4.0
NF
19843
N
N
-
-
-
Follows the life of the black explorer
who accompanied Robert Peary on the
expedition to the North Pole.
AR BookGuide™
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Description
- This brief profile of hip-hop artist Mary J.
Blige chronicles her childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and
success in the entertainment industry.
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Title
Author
Matthew Henson: Co-discoverer of Litwin, Laura Baskes
the North Pole
Maya Angelou
Loos, Pamela
Maya Angelou (A&E Biography)
Word
Number Lang IL
49987 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
18125 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book captures the challenges and
the excitement of the polar expeditions.
Henson's bravery, physical prowess,
survival skills, and fluent command of
the Iniut language made Peary's quest
for the North Pole a reality.
29696
EN
UG
7.5
3.0
NF
17091
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and writing
career of the author of "I Know Why the
Caged Bird Sings," as well as her
victory over such obstacles as prejudice,
poverty, and rape.
Kite, L. Patricia
4408
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
15853
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the multi-faceted
African-American woman. Maya
Angelou, tracing her life from her
childhood in the segregated South to
her prominence as a well-known writer.
Maya Angelou: America's Poetic
Voice
Shuker, Nancy
48814
EN
UG
7.4
5.0
NF
26096
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Maya
Angelou, poet, dancer, and journalist,
who has been nominated for a Pulitzer
Prize and a Tony Award.
Maya Angelou: "Diversity Makes
for a Rich Tapestry"
Agins, Donna Brown
107103
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
19135
N
N
-
-
N
This biography chronicles the
remarkable life of Maya Angelou, who
rose from poverty to achieve success as
a dancer, actress, teacher, and awardwinning author.
Maya Angelou: More Than a Poet
Lisandrelli, Elaine
Slivinski
16031
EN
UG
7.7
3.0
NF
19162
N
N
-
-
-
This book portrays the life of this multifaceted African-American poet, author,
and educator.
Maya Lin
Ling, Bettina
15469
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
6563
N
N
-
-
-
Describes the life and work of the
Chinese-American architect who
designed the Vietnam Veterans
Memorial in Washington, DC, and the
Civil Rights Memorial in Montgomery,
Alabama.
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Title
The Measure of a Man
Author
Poitier, Sidney
Word
Number Lang IL
36651 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 12.0 NF
Count Book RP
66471 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book recounts actor Sidney
Poitier's public and private life as he
broke racial barriers to launch a
pioneering acting career playing
characters who said something positive,
useful, and lasting about the human
condition.
Measuring the Earth: Eratosthenes Gow, Mary
and His Celestial Geometry
131723
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
14210
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of ancient
Greek mathematician Eratosthenes,
who used geometry to calculate the
circumference of Earth.
Mercy Otis Warren: Author and
Historian
Gillis, Jennifer Blizin
100258
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
11241
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of Mercy
Otis Warren, who wrote plays, poetry,
and political pamphlets to motivate
colonists to revolt against the British.
She offered her opinions and later wrote
the first American history book.
Meriwether Lewis: Off the Edge of
the Map
Benge, Janet
89103
EN
MG
7.3
9.0
NF
51812
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of the
co-leader of the 1804-1806 Lewis and
Clark expedition into the unmapped
American West, including his early life
and the formation of the Corps of
Discovery. The coauthor is Geoff
Benge.
Michael Eisner: Fun for Everyone
Tippins, Sherill
14180
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
9727
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the highest-paid chief
executive officer in the United States,
formerly vice president of ABC and
president of Paramount Pictures, and
currently chairman of Walt Disney
Productions.
Michael Faraday
Ross, Stewart
64620
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
6890
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and
accomplishments of the nineteenthcentury English physicist whose
religious beliefs guided his explorations
of electricity, magnetism, and light.
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Title
Michael J. Fox: Parkinson's
Disease Research Advocate
Author
Payment, Simone
Michael Jackson
Nicholson, Lois P.
Michael Jackson: King of Pop
Pratt, Mary K.
Michael Jordan
Word
Number Lang IL
125447 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.9 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
12775 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This introduction to actor Michael J. Fox
focuses on how he uses his celebrity to
raise awareness and money to fund
research to find a cure for Parkinson's
disease, a movement disorder Fox was
diagnosed with at the age of thirty.
29726
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
19481
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the selfproclaimed king of pop, whose
achievements include recording the best
-selling album of all time.
133950
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
12806
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents an exploration
of the life and career of Michael
Jackson, which discusses his childhood,
family, success, personal relationships,
controversy, and untimely death.
Dolan, Sean
31631
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
8031
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life and
basketball career of the high-scoring
player with the Chicago Bulls, Michael
Jordan, who made a brief attempt to
play minor league baseball in 1994.
Michael Jordan
Pietrusza, David
31324
EN
UG
7.1
4.0
NF
20834
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the life and
career of Micheal Jordan.
Michael Jordan
Hasday, Judy
126749
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
9903
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
career of former professional basketball
player Michael Jordan, discussing his
childhood, strong family ties,
experiences playing college basketball,
and legendary years with the Chicago
Bulls.
Michael Jordan: A Biography
Gutman, Bill
34976
EN
MG
7.2
9.0
NF
53543
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of one of the most
influential basketball players ever,
Michael Jordan.
Michelangelo
Stanley, Diane
42398
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
7478
N
N
-
-
N
This book is a biography of the
Renaissance sculptor, painter, architect,
and poet well-known for his work on the
Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Cathedral
in Rome.
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Title
Michelangelo
Author
Richardson, Adele
Michelangelo's World
Lewis, J. Patrick
127240
EN
MG+
7.0
0.5
NF
2796
N
Michelangelo: The Young Artist
Who Dreamed of Perfection
Wilkinson, Philip
117035
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
8641
Michelle Kwan
Hill, Anne E.
110689
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
Michelle Obama: Meet the First
Lady
Brophy, David
Bergen
128680
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
Mickey Mantle
Gallagher, Mark
4648
EN
MG
7.0
74908
EN
120242
EN
A Mighty Heart: The Brave Life and Pearl, Mariane
Death of My Husband Danny Pearl
Miguel de Cervantes: Novelist,
Poet, and Playwright
Nardo, Don
Number Lang IL
100222 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 1.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
N
-
-
-
Profiled in this book are the life and
works of Renaissance sculptor and artist
Michelangelo. Many of his famous
works of art, including THE DAVID,
MOSES, and THE PIETA, are described
in verse and prose.
N
N
-
-
-
This illustrated biography of
Renaissance sculptor and painter
Michelangelo describes the world in
which he lived and such artistic
accomplishments as the statue of David
and the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.
19823
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of American figure skater
Michelle Kwan traces her record of
success from childhood through the
2003-2004 skating season.
NF
16294
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of Michelle Obama
discusses her childhood in Chicago,
education, career as a lawyer, marriage
to Barack, and other related topics.
2.0
NF
9147
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the New
York Yankee, Mickey Mantle, famed for
his legendary hitting ability. The
coauthor is Neil Gallagher.
UG
7.4 15.0
NF
87711
N
N
-
-
-
Mariane Pearl, wife of journalist Daniel
Pearl, chronicles her husband's
abduction and brutal murder at the
hands of terrorists in Pakistan in 2002.
MG
7.5
NF
12492
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of writer Miguel de
Cervantes focuses on his adventures as
a soldier, prisoner, tax collector, and
supplier for the Spanish Armada, which
he used to create his novel, poems, and
plays.
2.0
AR BookGuide™
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5879 N
N
VP
Description
- This book presents a concise biography
of Michelangelo, whom many believe
was given an extraordinary gift from
God.
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Title
Miles Davis
Author
Crisp, George R.
Miley Cyrus
Robson, David
Millard Fillmore
Word
Number Lang IL
1766 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 5.0 NF
Count Book RP
29258 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book describes the life of one of the
greatest Afro-American jazz musician of
the United States.
126869
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
10452
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of teen sensation Miley
Cyrus covers her work on television, life
as part of a musical family, and success
as character Hannah Montana.
Deem, James M.
69774
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
5864
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
thirteenth president of the United States,
including his accomplishments of the
Compromise of 1850, which helped
delay the Civil War by ten years.
Miss Ima and the Hogg Family
Neeley, Gwendolyn
Cone
10982
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
14580
N
N
-
-
-
This biography recounts the life and
achievements of Ima Hogg, daughter of
the Texas governor, Jim Hogg.
Missy Elliott
Bezdecheck,
Bethany
128617
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
6575
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life and
accomplishments of Missy Elliott,
discussing her childhood, influences, big
break in the hip-hop industry, music,
and charitable contributions.
Missy Elliott
Lawlor, Michelle
111749
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
8620
N
N
-
-
-
This brief profile of hip-hop artist Missy
Elliott chronicles her childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and
success in the entertainment industry.
Modern World Leaders
Morris, Neil
74061
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9520
N
N
-
-
-
This book contains stories of ten
modern world leaders whose activities,
power, and influence have affected the
lives of millions of people throughout the
world.
Mohandas Gandhi
Martin, Christopher
47468
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
15096
N
N
-
-
-
This book details the life of India's most
noted spirtual leader, Mohandas
Gandhi.
Monica Seles: Returning Champion Fehr, Kristin Smith
15529
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
6547
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the Yugoslavian tennis
star who won a Grand Slam title in
1989, and whose career was interrupted
by a traumatic attack in which she was
stabbed at a match in Germany in 1993.
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Title
More Jammin' with the Jonas
Brothers: An Unauthorized
Biography
Author
Ryals, Lexi
Number Lang IL
128395 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 6.0 NF
Count Book RP
35015 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
More Perfect Union: The Story of
Alexander Hamilton
Whitelaw, Nancy
47554
EN
UG
7.3
3.0
NF
19859
N
Morgan Freeman
DeAngelis, Gina
29743
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
13539
Mother Jones: Labor Crusader
Hawxhurst, Joan
12664
EN
MG
7.3
6.0
NF
Mother Teresa
Rice, Tanya
30972
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
Mother Teresa
Middleton, Haydn
48607
EN
MG
7.2
Mother Teresa: The Authorised
Biography
Chawla, Navin
25922
EN
The Mountain Men
Collins, James L.
13485
Mozart
Boekhoff, P.M.
73638
N
-
-
-
This book recounts the life of Alexander
Hamilton.
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the childhood and
acting career of the Oscar-nominated
star of such films as "Driving Miss
Daisy" and "Seven."
34288
N
N
-
-
-
Describes the life of the American labor
organizer Mary Harris Jones.
NF
7761
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the nun who
founded the order known as "The
Congregation of the Missionaries of
Charity" to work with the sick and
destitute in Calcutta and other places
and who was awarded the Nobel Peace
Prize in 1979.
1.0
NF
8510
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the nun who
founded the Missionaries of Charity,
gained wide recognition for her work
with the destitute and dying in Calcutta
and elsewhere, and was awarded the
Nobel Peace Prize in 1979.
UG
7.9 11.0
NF
63275
N
N
-
-
-
The story of the life of Mother Teresa
and her commitment to humanity.
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
6074
N
N
-
-
-
The mountain men were more than just
explorers; they were inventors,
entrepreneurs, diplomats, rangers,
warriors, survivors, and storytellers.
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
5172
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life of Wolfgang
Amadeus Mozart, including his early
childhood, flamboyant personality,
travels, compositions, and musical
legacy. The coauthor is Stuart A. Kallen.
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Description
- This follow-up to JAMMIN' WITH THE
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on the mega-talented pop-rock
sensations, including what they do
offstage in their free time and their love
lives.
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Title
Author
Mozart: The Boy Who Changed the Weeks, Marcus
World with His Music
Mr. President: A Book of U.S.
Sullivan, George
Presidents (Revised and Updated)
Word
Number Lang IL
114117 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
10121 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This illustrated biography of Wolfgang
Amadeus Mozart discusses his
accomplishments as a composer and
musician.
86693
EN
MG
7.5
4.0
NF
20932
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles each president's
life and history and some funny
moments while in office. Readers will
learn about the inspiring individuals who
have occupied the Oval Office and
White House from George Washington
to George W. Bush.
142135
EN
MG
7.9
5.0
NF
25557
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents information on each
of the presidents of the United States
and describes the process of electing a
president and the president's duties.
Mr. President: A Book of U.S.
Presidents (Revised and Updated
2009)
Sullivan, George
Muhammad Ali
Lewis, Jon E.
30967
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
7937
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the flamboyant
fighter who loved media attention, and,
as Cassuis Clay, was the first boxer to
win the world heavyweight
championship three times.
Muhammad Ali
Golus, Carrie
110690
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
20034
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of former heavyweight
boxing champion Muhammad Ali
profiles his childhood, famous fights,
and conversion to Islam.
Muhammad Ali
Stout, Glenn
88566
EN
MG
7.2
4.0
NF
20614
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of Muhammad Ali
emphasizes the famous matches in
which he boxed. This series was
created by Matt Christopher.
Muhammad Ali: Boxing Champ &
Role Model
Owens, Thomas S.
142918
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
14384
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life of
boxing champion Muhammad Ali, with
information on his childhood, schooling,
love of the sport, career achievements,
and involvement in the civil rights
movement.
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Title
Muhammad Ali: King of the Ring
Author
Timblin, Stephen
Number Lang IL
143521 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
24687 N
N
Music Was It: Young Leonard
Bernstein
Rubin, Susan
Goldman
142832
EN
My Chemical Romance
La Bella, Laura
124465
My Dog Skip
Morris, Willie
My Family Shall Be Free! The Life
of Peter Still
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.0
4.0
NF
22835
N
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
5604
17785
EN
UG
7.1
5.0
NF
Fradin, Dennis
Brindell
45343
EN
MG
7.0
6.0
My Heroes, My People: African
Americans and Native Americans
in the West
Monceaux, Morgan
75170
EN
MG
7.6
My Own Two Feet
Cleary, Beverly
26647
EN
MG
N
-
-
-
This book follows the life of Leonard
Bernstein from his childhood in Boston
to his first experience conducting the
Philharmonic Orchestra in New York at
the age of twenty-five.
N
N
-
-
-
This brief biography of My Chemical
Romance describes the band's
beginning, professional
accomplishments, and musical style.
30647
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the story of a dog and his
closest companion, the author, during
their growing years in a small town in
1940s Mississippi.
NF
38153
N
N
-
-
-
This is the true story of Peter Still, who
bought his freedom after more than forty
years of being a slave, who searched for
and found his mother and siblings he
had never known, and who returned to
the South to free his wife and children.
1.0
NF
8252
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents brief portraits of an
assortment of African Americans, Native
peoples, and men and women of mixed
heritage who played roles in the history
of the American West. The coauthor is
Ruth Katcher.
7.1 11.0
NF
66473
N
N
-
-
-
A fascinating look at the life of the
popular creator of classic children's
stories from her college years to the
publication of her first book.
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Description
- This book examines the life and
accomplishments of Muhammad Ali, a
championship boxer who gained notice
for changing his name as a member of
the Nation of Islam and for refusing to
be drafted into the military during the
Vietnam War.
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Title
My Thirteenth Winter: A Memoir
Author
Abeel, Samantha
The Mysterious Case of Sir Arthur
Conan Doyle
Adams, Cynthia
47561
EN
Myth Maker: J.R.R. Tolkien
Neimark, Anne E.
19792
Nancy Kerrigan
Edelson, Paula
Napoleon: Emperor and Conqueror Heuston, Kimberley
Narrative of the Life of Frederick
Douglass: An American Slave
Douglass, Frederick
Nas
Rockworth, Janice
NASCAR Now
Miller, Timothy
Number Lang IL
73836 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 9.0 NF
Count Book RP
53533 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.3
3.0
NF
18016
N
EN
UG
7.5
4.0
NF
23641
4733
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
132551
EN
MG+
7.1
2.0
76092
EN
UG
7.9
119803
EN
MG
86392
EN
UG
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and work of
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and his famous
creation, Sherlock Holmes.
N
N
-
-
-
Follows the life and work of the
renowned fantasy writer, creator of
hobbits and Middle Earth, and "The Lord
of the Rings."
10230
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the skating career
of Nancy Kerrigan, who overcame an
attack that injured her knee and went on
to win a silver medal at the 1994 Winter
Olympics.
NF
12098
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of French
military and political leader Napoleon
Bonaparte.
7.0
NF
40412
N
N
-
-
-
This is an autobiographical account by
the runaway slave Frederick Douglass
that chronicles his experiences with his
owners and overseers, and discusses
how slavery affected both slaves and
slaveholders.
7.3
2.0
NF
8830
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist Nas.
7.7
8.0
NF
43812
N
N
-
-
-
This book covers the earliest stock car
races to the 2004 Nextel Cup. The
pages are illustrated with dramatic
photos of races, the cars, drivers and
crews. Race fans are taken behind the
scenes for a candid look at racing.
Steve Milton is the coauthor.
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- This book tells the true, first-person
story of Samantha's difficult childhood
navigating a learning disability. Sam has
dyscalculia, which severely hinders her
ability to understand sequential
processing.
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Nat Turner
Author
Hendrickson, AnnMarie
Nathan Hale: Patriot and Martyr of
the American Revolution
Krizner, L.J.
Nathanael Greene: Military Leader Greene, Meg
Word
Number Lang IL
29712 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
8692 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This is a biography of Nat Turner, who
led the only successful slave uprising in
U.S. history.
56219
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
10092
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of Nathan
Hale and his role in the American
Revolution. The coauthor is Lisa Sita.
47001
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
7934
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the Quaker who
joined the colonial army to fight for
freedom.
129480
EN
UG
7.8
3.0
NF
18851
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the nineteenthcentury American author of such works
as THE SCARLET LETTER and THE
HOUSE OF SEVEN GABLES.
Nathaniel Hawthorne: American
Storyteller (Second Edition)
Whitelaw, Nancy
The National Anthem
Ferry, Joseph
59659
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
5853
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses why "The StarSpangled Banner" was written and how
it became our national anthem.
Native American Leaders
Hubbard-Brown,
Janet
30986
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
7723
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles twenty-five Native
American leaders, mostly from the
nineteenth century, including Big Elk,
Geronimo, Joseph, Red Cloud, and
White Swan.
Native Son: The Story of Richard
Wright
Hart, Joyce
129481
EN
UG
7.6
4.0
NF
21819
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
achievements of twentieth-century
African American novelist Richard
Wright, whose early life was shaped by
a strict grandmother who had been a
slave, an illiterate father, and a mother
educated as a schoolteacher.
Neil Armstrong
Connolly, Sean
48608
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
7996
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the childhood,
career, and family life of the first human
to set foot on the moon.
Neil Armstrong
Goss, Tim
62463
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
9185
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the first man on
the moon, covering his youth, his career
as an astronaut, and his life after NASA.
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Title
Neil Armstrong: The First Man on
the Moon
Author
Kramer, Barbara
Nellie Bly: Daredevil Reporter
Fredeen, Charles
Nellie McClung: Voice for the
Voiceless
Word
Number Lang IL
14735 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
17894 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- Explores the life and accomplishments
of astronaut Neil Armstrong, from his
childhood in Ohio through his years with
NASA, including his famous moon
landing and other space flights.
4414
EN
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
19354
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the woman who
helped pioneer "stunt" reporting at the
turn of the century.
Macpherson,
Margaret
82565
EN
MG
7.4
6.0
NF
32598
N
N
-
-
-
From humble beginnings in Ontario
through the homesteader's trek West
and her early years as a schoolteacher
in Manitoba, to her success as a writer
and public speaker, Nellie McClung
refused to be silenced by social
constraints or public criticism.
Nelson Mandela
Holland, Gini
62464
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
8716
N
N
-
-
N
This is a biography of Nelson Mandela,
who became the first president of the
"new" South Africa under black-majority
rule, a world-respected and widely
admired political activist and Nobel Prize
-winning statesman.
Nelson Mandela
Magoon, Kekla
121203
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
15155
N
N
-
-
-
This biography details the life of
freedom leader Nelson Mandela,
focusing on how his opposition of
apartheid changed history.
Nelson Mandela: Father of
Freedom
Adi, Hakim
64646
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
4688
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the story of an
extraordinary man who has struggled for
racial equality all his life--and won.
Nelson Mandela: No Easy Walk to
Freedom
Denenberg, Barry
29250
EN
UG
7.5
5.0
NF
26267
N
N
-
-
-
A compelling, up-to-the-minute
biography of a living hero, his cause,
and his country.
Nevermore: A Photobiography of
Edgar Allan Poe
Lange, Karen E.
129587
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
10363
N
N
-
-
-
This photographic biography chronicles
the life of Romantic author and poet
Edgar Allan Poe, with images capturing
key moments and phases in his life and
highlighting his literary influence.
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Title
New France
Author
Livesey, Robert
Number Lang IL
28245 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
7450 N
N
The New York Knicks
Grabowski, John F.
69860
EN
The New York Rangers
Grabowski, John F.
66695
Nicolaus Copernicus: Father of
Modern Astronomy
Somervill, Barbara A.
Nicole Bobek
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.9
4.0
NF
23131
N
EN
UG
7.8
4.0
NF
21396
85205
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
Jones, Veda Boyd
4732
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
Nien Cheng: Prisoner in China
Sommer, Robin
9940
EN
MG
7.0
Nikola Tesla: A Spark of Genius
Dommermuth-Costa,
Carol
26078
EN
MG
7.3
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the history,
formation, development, and popularity
of the New York Knicks basketball team,
including a look at individual players
who have had an impact on the success
of the team.
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a history of the New York
Rangers hockey team that describes its
"love affair" with its home city and
presents biographical profiles of six of
its legendary players, including Lester
Patrick, Frank Boucher, and Mark
Messier.
10951
N
N
-
-
-
Polish astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus
observed the movement of the planets
and decided Earth was not the center of
the universe. He believed the planets
revolved around the sun. Copernicus's
ideas challenged centuries-old concepts
and the Church.
NF
9741
N
N
-
-
-
This book takes a look at the personal
life and skating career of the young
woman who became the National Figure
Skating Champion in 1995.
1.0
NF
7783
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the Chinese woman who,
arrested during the Chinese Cultural
Revolution, spent more than six years in
solitary confinement and, despite severe
punishment, refused to indict herself as
a traitor.
4.0
NF
21345
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the true inventor of radio
depicts his life and inventions.
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- This book describes the lives of the
brave men and women who first settled
the New World and helped found the
colony of New France.
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Title
Nikola Tesla: Physicist, Inventor,
Electrical Engineer
Author
Burgan, Michael
Number Lang IL
128077 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 2.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Norah Jones
Latham, Donna
130264
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
7654
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
career of gifted singer and pianist Norah
Jones.
Norman Rockwell: America's Best
Loved Illustrator
Cohen, Joel H.
27121
EN
UG
7.2
1.0
NF
5473
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the painter who for sixtyfive years portrayed America for
Americans as they liked to see
themselves.
North to the Río Grande
Venable, Fay
5887
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
10467
N
N
-
-
-
Biography of Lorenzo de Zavala, the
first vice-president of the Republic of
Texas.
Nothing Daunted: The Story of
Isobel Kuhn
Repp, Gloria
53265
EN
UG
7.0
8.0
NF
49991
N
N
-
-
-
This story is based on the life of Isobel
Kuhn, a missionary and author.
Notorious B.I.G.
Marcovitz, Hal
111751
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
8559
N
N
-
-
-
This brief profile of hip-hop artist
Notorious B.I.G. chronicles his
childhood, accomplishments and
awards, and success in the
entertainment industry.
The Obama Family Tree
Marcovitz, Hal
133830
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
8167
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the family
lineage of Barack and Michelle Obama
and discusses his education and
political career.
Obama: A Promise of Change
Thomson, Sarah L.
127441
EN
MG
7.3
5.0
NF
31688
N
N
-
-
-
Adapted from David Mendell's OBAMA:
FROM PROMISE TO POWER, this
biography of Barack Obama discusses
his life from childhood up until his
election as the forty-fourth president of
the United States.
Off Main Street: Barnstormers,
Prophets, and Gatemouth's Gator:
Essays
Perry, Michael
102570
EN
UG
7.3 11.0
NF
61268
N
N
-
-
-
This collection of essays chronicles the
author's first-hand experiences living,
working, and growing up in the rural
Midwest.
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14010 N
N
VP
Description
- Revolutionary inventor and engineer
Nikola Tesla has been called the father
of the twentieth century. The eccentric
physicist developed the alternating
current electric power system that lights
up the world today.
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Title
Old Man Goya
Author
Blackburn, Julia
Olympic Swimming and Diving
Kehm, Greg
On the Course with...Tiger Woods
Word
Number Lang IL
70082 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 10.0 NF
Count Book RP
54566 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book chronicles the last thirty-five
years of Spanish painter Francisco de
Goya's life, discussing how the
unexpected loss of his hearing affected
his life and work.
113006
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
7075
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the birth and
history of Olympic Swimming and
Diving, including short biographies of
some of our greatest athletes, Mark
Spitz, Greg Louganis, and Janet Evans.
Christopher, Matt
35570
EN
MG
7.1
4.0
NF
21596
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the personal
background and golf career of the
popular young golfer who won the
Masters Tournament in 1997.
On the Court with...Grant Hill
Christopher, Matt
35568
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
18339
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the son of former
Dallas Cowboys halfback Calvin Hill
who grew up to become a star
basketball player with the Detroit
Pistons.
On the Court with...Kobe Bryant
Stout, Glenn
67170
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
20328
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a profile of Kobe
Bryant, one of the youngest basketball
players in the National Basketball
Association. This series created by Matt
Christopher.
On the Court with...Yao Ming
Stout, Glenn
83055
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
17757
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of Yao Ming,
who played basketball in his native
China before being drafted by the
Houston Rockets in 2002 after an
agreement between the government of
China and NBA officials. This series
created by Matt Christopher.
On the Field with...Julie Foudy
Christopher, Matt
35565
EN
MG
7.5
4.0
NF
20975
N
N
-
-
N
This is a biography of the young woman
from California who starred at Stanford
University, was a co-captain of the gold
medal winning U.S. women's Olympic
soccer team in 1996, and played on the
U.S. National Team that won the
Women's World Cup in 1999.
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Title
On the Field with...Mia Hamm
Author
Christopher, Matt
Number Lang IL
35576 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
24074 N
N
On the Halfpipe with...Tony Hawk
Stout, Glenn
67173
EN
On the Ice with...Mario Lemieux
Christopher, Matt
67276
On the Ice with...Tara Lipinski
Christopher, Matt
On the Ice with...Wayne Gretzky
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
14368
N
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
19360
35572
EN
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
Christopher, Matt
35574
EN
MG
7.5
4.0
On the Track with...Jeff Gordon
Stout, Glenn
48335
EN
MG
7.0
On Writing for Children and Other
People
Lester, Julius
82984
EN
MG
7.7
On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft
King, Stephen
74610
EN
UG
N
-
-
-
This book profiles champion
skateboarder Tony Hawk and his
achievements. The series is created by
Matt Christopher.
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of
Canadian hockey star Mario Lemieux,
describing the highlights and difficult
times of his career up to 2002.
19511
N
N
-
-
N
This book describes the life and skating
career of the young woman who won a
gold medal in figure skating at the 1998
Olympics.
NF
22630
N
N
-
-
-
The book describes the triumphs and
troubles, the struggles and statistics, of
"the Great One."
3.0
NF
20033
N
N
-
-
-
This biography traces Jeff Gordon's life
from childhood through his career with
NASCAR. This series created by Matt
Christopher.
6.0
NF
32538
N
N
-
-
-
Author Julius Lester discusses the
aspects of his life that have influenced
his writing, including relationships,
political views, and religious beliefs;
offers revealing anecdotes of the
editorial process; and expresses the
absolute importance of story.
7.4 13.0
NF
77415
N
N
-
-
-
King's advice is grounded in his vivid
memories from childhood through his
emergence as a writer, from his
struggling early career to his near-fatal
accident in 1999 -- and how the
inextricable link between writing and
living spurred his recovery.
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- This is a biography of one of the top
female soccer players in the country,
Mia Hamm, who helped the United
States win a gold medal in soccer in the
1996 Olympics.
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Title
One More Valley, One More Hill:
The Story of Aunt Clara Brown
Author
Lowery, Linda
One Soldier's Story: A Memoir
Dole, Bob
The Only Way I Know
Ripken Jr., Cal
Onward: A Photobiography of
African-American Polar Explorer
Matthew Henson
Johnson, Dolores
The Opposite of Fate: A Book of
Musings
Word
Number Lang IL
65683 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 7.0 NF
Count Book RP
39903 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- Ths book chronicles the life of the
woman called Aunt Clara Brown, who
was born into slavery and became a
pioneer and entrepreneur, earning
money to bring other former slaves to a
new start in Colorado.
102713
EN
UG
7.4 13.0
NF
75695
N
N
-
-
-
With the candor, compassion, and wit
he is known for, Bob Dole recounts his
odyssey of courage and sacrifice and
honors the spirit of the countless heroes
with whom he served, including two
fellow injured soldiers who later joined
him in the Senate.
16945
EN
UG
7.2 22.0
NF
125842
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of Cal
Ripken, Jr., the shortstop for the
Baltimore Orioles. The coauthor is Mike
Bryan.
106506
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
10914
N
N
-
-
-
This photobiography presents the
incredible life of Matthew Henson, from
his poor and difficult childhood to his
triumph in adding "to the sum of Earth's
knowledge, and proving that the mind of
man is boundless in its desire."
Tan, Amy
84290
EN
UG
7.7 19.0
NF
105236
N
N
-
-
-
This collection of short nonfiction
writings by novelist Amy Tan includes
university talks, eulogies, e-mails, and
poems, all united by Tan's musings on
the role of luck in her life.
Oprah Winfrey
Holland, Gini
48610
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
7821
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Oprah Winfrey,
discussing her childhood, family life, and
career as talk show host and
entrepreneur.
Oprah Winfrey
Presnall, Judith
Janda
31327
EN
UG
7.3
3.0
NF
18832
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life of talk show
host Oprah Winfrey, her early years, life
in Baltimore and Chicago, the evolution
of her television show, and her charity
work.
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Title
Oprah Winfrey
Author
Nicholson, Lois P.
Oprah Winfrey
Alter, Judith
Oprah Winfrey: A Voice for the
People
Oprah Winfrey: Entertainer,
Producer, and Businesswoman
Word
Number Lang IL
31632 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
8461 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This is a biography of the actress, talk
show hostess, and philanthropist,
discussing her childhood of poverty and
neglect and her rise to the top of the
entertainment world.
117854
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
7589
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the life of Oprah
Winfrey, whose courage, perseverance,
and kindness helped her rise from
humble beginnings to become a
billionaire with a mission that includes
helping the underprivileged of the world.
Brooks, Philip
1788
EN
UG
7.1
3.0
NF
16479
N
N
-
-
-
This book follows the life of the
successful entertainer Oprah Winfrey,
from her difficult childhood to her
present fame.
Raatma, Lucia
50178
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
15917
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the life story and different
careers of entertainer, producer, and
businesswoman, Oprah Winfrey.
31445
EN
UG
7.3
3.0
NF
20115
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
performer and talk show host,
discussing her childhood of neglect and
her rise to the top of the entertainment
world.
Oprah Winfrey: Talk Show Legend Wooten, Sara
McIntosh
Orlando Bloom
Mattern, Joanne
118521
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
9233
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
Orlando Bloom, who always wanted to
be an actor but expected to work on
stage and instead became famous for
his movie roles.
The Orlando Cepeda Story
Markusen, Bruce
58069
EN
UG
7.0
6.0
NF
37376
N
N
-
-
-
This a biography that follows the
baseball player through his rise to fame,
his plummet to prison, his recovery, and
his election to the Hall of Fame.
Osama bin Laden
Louis, Nancy
57298
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
3867
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the Islamic
extremist who uses his family wealth to
fund and support worldwide terrorism
and who has been linked to many
terrorist attacks since the 1980s.
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Title
Oscar Robertson
Author
Cohen, Joel H.
Word
Number Lang IL
57271 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
12306 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of the
professional basketball player,
nicknamed the "Big O," who overcame
poverty and racism to become what
some consider the best all-around
player of all time.
Otto von Bismarck: Iron Chancellor Heuston, Kimberley
of Germany
132552
EN
MG+
7.0
2.0
NF
11747
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
Prussian German statesman and
aristocrat Otto von Bismarck.
Our Country's First Ladies
Bausum, Ann
113819
EN
MG
7.5
5.0
NF
26586
N
N
-
-
-
This collection of photographs, portraits,
and illustrations profiles each First Lady
of the United States from Martha
Washington to Laura Bush and includes
quotes and other facts about them.
Our Earth: How Kids are Saving
the Planet
Wislon, Janet
142392
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
5847
N
N
-
-
-
This collective biography introduces
contemporary kids from around the
world who have made remarkable
efforts to help protect Earth.
OutKast
Roza, Greg
128618
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
6392
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the lives and
accomplishments of the members of
Outkast, Antwan Patton and Andre
Benjamin, discussing their childhoods,
collaboration, big break in the hip-hop
industry, music, and side projects.
Outlaws of the American West
Herda, D.J.
39845
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
8907
N
N
-
-
-
The book examines the most famous
outlaws of the American West,
recounting their exploits and considering
the factors that contributed to their rise.
Owen and Luke Wilson
Marcovitz, Hal
118522
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
9338
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the lives of brothers
Owen and Luke Wilson, who have
starred in more than sixty movies
between them.
P3: Pipes, Parks, and Powder
Richards, Todd
85905
EN
UG
7.0 17.0
NF
99896
N
N
-
-
-
Professional snowboarder Todd
Richards tells the story of his life, and
discusses the history of snowboarding
and his role in its popularization and
acceptance. The coauthor is Eric Blehm.
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Word
Title
Pablo Casals: Cellist for the World
Author
Goodnough, David
Number Lang IL
16032 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 4.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Pablo Picasso
Scarborough, Kate
74398
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
7944
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores Pablo Picasso,
discussing his work in relation to his life
and what was happening in the world
around him.
Pablo Picasso
Hodge, Susie
81016
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
6720
N
N
-
-
-
This book is an introduction to the life
and work of twentieth-century artist
Pablo Picasso.
Pablo Picasso
Wallis, Jeremy
54428
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
11172
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and work of
the famous artist, Pablo Picasso, who
developed Cubism as well as other
artistic styles.
Pablo Picasso
Holland, Gini
69359
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
8305
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and career
of Pablo Picasso, discussing his great
impact on twentieth-century art.
Pablo Picasso
Fandel, Jennifer
100223
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5815
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a concise biography
of Pablo Picasso, one of the most
prolific and idolized artists of the 20th
century.
Painting the Wild Frontier: The Art
and Adventures of George Catlin
Reich, Susanna
123849
EN
MG
7.5
7.0
NF
37451
N
N
-
-
-
In an era when territorial expansion
resulted in the near annihilation of many
indigenous cultures, George Catlin
dedicated himself to meeting and writing
about the native peoples of the
American West.
Pamela Anderson Lee
Hawes, Esme
30976
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
7982
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
"Baywatch" star whose television and
movie career and tumultuous lifestyle
have made her the focus of public
attention.
Parallel Journeys
Ayer, Eleanor H.
14902
EN
UG
7.2 10.0
NF
56930
N
N
-
-
-
Two people who lived through World
War II in two very different ways.
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20076 N
N
VP
Description
- Traces the life and musical
accomplishments of the renowned cellist
and highlights his efforts as a crusader
for world peace.
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Title
Paris and Nicky Hilton
Author
Berne, Emma
Carlson
Path to the Pacific: The Story of
Sacagawea
Frazier, Neta Lohnes
Patrick Ewing
Wiener, Paul
Patrick Henry: Voice of the
Revolution
Word
Number Lang IL
118523 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
9177 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book profiles the lives of wealthy
heiresses Paris and Nicky Hilton,
discussing their entrepreneurial
endeavors and the public's fascination
with their celebrity status.
127295
EN
MG
7.1
7.0
NF
38017
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the story of this
courageous Native American, from
when she was kidnapped as a young
girl from her Shoshone tribal home
through her amazing journey with Lewis
and Clark and finally to the mystery
surrounding her final years and death.
4666
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
10635
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of a legendary
basketball player, Patrick Ewing.
Kukla, Amy
56220
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
11568
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of Patrick
Henry and his role in the American
Revolution. The coauthor is Jon Kukla.
Paul Cézanne
Harris, Nathaniel
74399
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
8112
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores Paul Cézanne,
discussing his work in relation to his life
and what was happening in the world
around him.
Paul Gauguin
Anderson, Robert
74400
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
9138
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores Paul Gauguin,
discussing his work in relation to his life
and what was happening in the world
around him.
Paul Klee
Laidlaw, Jill A.
74401
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
7968
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores Paul Klee,
discussing his work in relation to his life
and what was happening in the world
around him.
Paul Laurence Dunbar: Portrait of a Reef, Catherine
Poet
60922
EN
UG
7.6
3.0
NF
16869
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the poet who
faced racism and devoted himself to
depicting the black experience in
America.
Paul McCartney
48611
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
7733
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the former Beatle,
with information on his childhood, family
life, career, and the legacy of his music.
Dowswell, Paul
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Word
Title
Paul McCartney and Stella
McCartney
Author
Ungs, Tim
Paul Robeson: "I Want to Make
Freedom Ring"
Ford, Carin T.
114558
EN
Pedro Martinez
Gallagher, Jim
4629
The Penguin Book of Canadian
Biography for Young Readers:
Early Canada
Hancock, Pat
Pennies to Dollars: The Story of
Maggie Lena Walker
Branch, Muriel Miller
Percy Lavon Julian: Pioneering
Chemist
Stille, Darlene R.
Peter Stuyvesant: New Amsterdam Krizner, L.J.
and the Origins of New York
Number Lang IL
86206 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
6669 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
19067
N
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
14829
63922
EN
MG
7.8 12.0
NF
61008
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
128078
EN
MG
7.0
56222
EN
MG
7.7
N
-
-
-
This biography shows Robeson's
transformation from a four-star college
athlete to an all-out champion for civil
rights.
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of the
professional baseball pitcher from the
Dominican Republic who won the
National League's Cy Young Award in
1997.
64651
N
N
-
-
-
In this collection, you'll meet some of
Canadian history's most illustrious and
unusual people. From explorers to
native leaders, this volume looks at forty
-one movers and shakers of the "new
world."
NF
14441
N
N
-
-
-
This is the story of the woman whose
life of hard work, perseverance, and
resourcefulness enabled her to found
the first African-American owned bank in
this country. The coauthor is Dorothy
Marie Rice.
2.0
NF
12424
N
N
-
-
-
After going to college to study
chemistry, Percy Lavon Julian was
denied several jobs because of his race.
Through his persistence, he received his
chance to do research in his field and
become one of the greatest chemists of
the twentieth century.
2.0
NF
10359
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of Peter
Stuyvesant, one of New Amsterdam's
most well known leaders. The coauthor
is Lisa Sita.
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- This biography presents the lives of
Paul McCartney and his daughter,
Stella, highlighting their relationship over
the years, their individual
accomplishments, and how they have
dealt with being famous.
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Title
Author
Peyton Manning: Leader on and off Polzer, Tim
the Field
Pharrell Williams
Brown, Terrell
Philip Knight: Running with Nike
Collins, David R.
Phillis Wheatley: Slave and Poet
Doak, Robin S.
Photo Odyssey: Solomon
Carvalho's Remarkable Western
Adventure 1853-54
Word
Number Lang IL
111580 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
15543 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography examines the life and
career of football star Peyton Manning,
discussing his upbringing, success in
the NFL, leadership abilities, and charity
work.
111752
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
8675
N
N
-
-
-
This brief profile of hip-hop artist
Pharrell Williams chronicles his
childhood, accomplishments and
awards, and success in the
entertainment industry.
14183
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
10171
N
N
-
-
-
Describes how entrepreneur Phillip
Knight developed the successful Nike
company.
100259
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
11283
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of Phillis
Wheatley, who was brought to Boston
on a slave ship and sold into slavery
when she was seven years old. But her
ability to write poetry about religion,
freedom, and America brought her
praise and recognition.
Hirschfelder, Arlene
A.
47244
EN
MG
7.9
4.0
NF
22491
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of Carvalho,
a Jewish photographer who
accompanied John Charles Fremont on
his last expedition to the West.
Pick & Shovel Poet: The Journeys
of Pascal D'Angelo
Murphy, Jim
45706
EN
UG
7.7
4.0
NF
23444
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of an Italian peasant
who immigrated to America in the early
twentieth century, and was determined
to become a published poet.
Pink
Sirota, Lyn
141763
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
6029
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines what Pink's life was
like before success, the big break that
opened the door to fame and fortune,
and most importantly, her music.
Pink Floyd
Edward, Herman
118466
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
9370
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the history of the
rock band Pink Floyd, discussing the
group's formation, successes, and
failures and looks at what band
members have done in the years since
reaching the peak of their popularity.
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Quiz
Title
Pink Floyd: The Rock Band
Author
Jeffrey, Laura S.
A Pioneer Woman's Memoir
Greenberg, Judith E.
Pirates and Privateers of the High
Seas
Wren, Laura Lee
Pitbull
Cotts, Nat
Plains Warrior: Chief Quanah
Parker and The Comanches
Marrin, Albert
Word
Number Lang IL
131722 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
14139 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography provides a profile of the
rock band Pink Floyd.
1909
EN
UG
7.4
6.0
NF
33447
N
N
-
-
-
This book is about a woman that lived in
the pioneer days who wanted her life to
be known to help young people learn
about that time. The coauthor is Helen
Carey McKeever.
72016
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
15133
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the lives of the
pirates Sir Francis Drake, Sir Henry
Morgan, Henry Avery, Samuel Bellamy,
Edward Teach, Anne Bonny, Mary
Read, Bartholomew Roberts, John Paul
Jones, Jean Laffite, and Cheng I Sao.
119805
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
8291
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist Pitbull.
29970
EN
MG
7.1
9.0
NF
54030
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of Cynthia
Ann Parker, who was kidnapped by
Comanche warriors at the age of nine
and grew up as a Comanche.
Planet Hunter: Geoff Marcy and the Wittenstein, Vicki
Search for Other Earths
Oransky
137575
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
11054
N
N
-
-
-
This biography discusses the life and
work of American astronomer Geoff
Marcy, including his discovery of over
seventy extrasolar planets and how he
and other scientists continue to develop
innovations to help in their quest.
Plaxico Burress
126823
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
10842
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL wide receiver
Plaxico Buress.
84129
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
13336
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life of
Pocahontas, her efforts to keep peace
between her people and the colonists,
how she was kidnapped and held
ransom for nearly one year, and how
she traveled to England and died there.
Grayson, Robert
Pocahontas: The Powhatan
Sita, Lisa
Culture and the Jamestown Colony
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Title
Political Profiles: Barack Obama
Author
Sapet, Kerrily
Number Lang IL
118541 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
19689 N
N
Political Profiles: Joe Biden
Young, Jeff C.
140108
EN
Political Profiles: John Lewis
Sapet, Kerrily
140109
Ponce de León: Exploring Florida
and Puerto Rico
Eagen, Rachel
Pond Watching with Ann Morgan
Ross, Michael Elsohn
Pope Leo X: Opponent of the
Reformation
Portraits of Jewish-American
Heroes
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.9
3.0
NF
14909
N
EN
UG
7.2
3.0
NF
19776
103091
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
47472
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
Doak, Robin S.
103911
EN
MG
7.5
Drucker, Malka
124732
EN
MG
7.9
N
-
-
-
This book briefly profiles the life of Joe
Biden, discussing his career as a
senator, the death of his first wife and
daughter, his health concerns, his vice
presidential campaign and election, and
other related topics.
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the personal and
political life and career of politician and
civil rights leader John Lewis. The text
contains descriptions of violence.
4578
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life and
adventures of fifteenth-century Spanish
explorer Juan Ponce de León,
describing his voyages with Columbus,
colonization of Puerto Rico, exploration
of Florida, and the Calusa encounters.
NF
8917
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and work of
Ann Haven Morgan, who studied,
taught, and wrote about the animals of
ponds and streams and the importance
of an ecological approach to
conservation.
2.0
NF
11597
N
N
-
-
-
This biography is of Pope Leo X, who
was the leader of the Catholic Church
when the Protestant Reformation began.
His reign was characterized by
extravagance and culture throughout
the Catholic Church.
3.0
NF
16844
N
N
-
-
-
Profiled in this book are twenty Jewish
Americans who have contributed to
American society and culture, including
Steven Spielberg, Haym Salomon, Levi
Strauss, and Emma Lazarus.
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- This book profiles the life and
achievements of Barack Obama,
discussing his childhood, family,
education, influences, work with public
housing in Chicago, visit to Kenya,
marriage, and political career.
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Word
Title
Post-War United States (1945Early 1970s)
Author
Gitlin, Marty
Number Lang IL
118425 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
9240 N
N
The Power of One: Daisy Bates
and the Little Rock Nine
Fradin, Judith Bloom
84105
EN
President George W. Bush: Our
Forty-Third President
Gormley, Beatrice
68140
Prince: Singer-Songwriter,
Musician, and Record Producer
Robson, David
Princess Ka'iulani: Hope of a
Nation, Heart of a People
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.9
7.0
NF
39529
N
EN
MG
7.5
5.0
NF
26730
133722
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
Linnea, Sharon
57235
EN
UG
7.9
8.0
Princess Sultana's Circle
Sasson, Jean
52794
EN
UG
Prize Winners: Ten Writers for
Young Readers
Yunghans, Penelope
47555
EN
Profiles in Fashion: Isaac Mizrahi
Petrillo, Lisa
140051
EN
N
-
-
-
Throughout her life, Daisy Bates worked
tirelessly for civil rights as an activist,
journalist, and organizer. She first
captured national attention as the
mentor of the nine black students who
integrated Central High School in Little
Rock in 1957.
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the life and career of
George W. Bush through the
presidential election of 2000.
8727
N
N
-
-
-
This overview of the life and career of
Prince discusses his family,
achievements in the music industry,
challenges, and more.
NF
42169
N
N
-
-
-
This is a rich pictorial biography that
tells the fascinating and little-known
story of Princess Ka'iulani's life and
courageous fight for Hawaiian
independence.
7.2 13.0
NF
74469
N
N
-
-
-
This book paints a horrifying reality for
women of the desert kingdom. It is a
look at the danger of Saudi male
dominance and the desperate lives of
the women they rule.
UG
7.0
6.0
NF
33321
N
N
-
-
-
This book introduces ten of the most
beloved children and young adult
writers.
MG+
7.9
2.0
NF
9836
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life of
fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi,
discussing his childhood desire to make
clothes, his training, his unique designs,
and his influence on the world of
fashion.
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- This book chronicles the post-World
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Harry S. Truman, Dwight Eisenhower,
John Kennedy, and Lyndon Johnson
and profiles their early years, political
careers, presidencies, and legacies.
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Title
Profiles in Fashion: Jimmy Choo
Author
Sapet, Kerrily
Number Lang IL
140052 EN MG+
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
14989 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
Profiles in Fashion: Kate Spade
Freistadt, Margo
140053
EN
MG+
7.7
3.0
NF
15829
N
Profiles in Fashion: Vera Wang
Petrillo, Lisa
140055
EN
MG+
7.6
2.0
NF
11052
The Promised Land: The Birth of
the Jewish People
Waldman, Neil
60319
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
Promises to Keep: How Jackie
Robinson Changed America
Robinson, Sharon
77849
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
Proud to Be: My Life, The Air
Force, The Controversy
Flinn, Kelly
25921
EN
UG
The Quarterback Who Almost
Wasn't
Prieto, Jorge
35003
EN
Quarterbacks! Eighteen of
Footballs Greatest
Sullivan, George
35376
Queen
Gregory, Peter
118467
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the history of
the "kate spade" brand, describing how
creators Kate Brosnahan and Andy
Spade created a unique handbag
company that rose to the top of the
fashion world.
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life of
fashion designer Vera Wang, discussing
her privileged childhood, years as a
competitive ice skater, influence on
modern weddings, and fashion
ventures.
4324
N
N
-
-
-
This is the story of the Jewish people
from Abraham to Moses.
NF
11511
N
N
-
-
N
This book is a biography of Jackie
Robinson, as told by his daughter.
7.0 14.0
NF
83932
N
N
-
-
-
The story of the first woman to pilot a B52 and the controversy that ended her
dreams.
MG
7.6
8.0
NF
43223
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of a young MexicanAmerican man who not only triumphs at
football but also launches a successful
career in medicine.
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
15378
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles some of the top-rated
quarterbacks of all time, including
Sammy Baugh, Bart Starr, Fran
Tarkenton, Dan Marino, Steve Young,
and Troy Aikman, among others.
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
9688
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the history of the
rock band Queen, discussing how the
band formed, its successes and
struggles, and the death of front man
Freddie Mercury.
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shoe designer Jimmy Choo, discussing
his childhood in Malaysia, training in the
art of shoemaking, and rise in popularity
as a couture shoemaker.
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Word
Title
Queen Elizabeth I
Author
Green, Robert
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
5126 N
N
Queen Elizabeth I
Havelin, Kate
58720
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
15150
N
Queen Latifah
Ruth, Amy
47474
EN
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
19319
Queen Latifah
Snyder, Gail
111753
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
Queen Noor: American-Born
Queen of Jordan
Raatma, Lucia
104885
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
Queen Victoria
Green, Robert
27134
EN
UG
7.8
Quicksand: HIV/AIDS in Our Lives
Anonymous
134710
EN
MG+
7.4
120981
EN
21127
EN
Quiet Strength: The Principles,
Dungy, Tony
Practices, & Priorities of a Winning
Life
Quincy Jones: Musician,
Composer, Producer
Kavanaugh, Lee Hill
Number Lang IL
27132 EN UG
RV
-
LS
-
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the life of Queen
Elizabeth I.
N
N
-
-
-
This is the biography of the young
woman who rose to fame from humble
beginnings in New Jersey to become a
popular rap singer, actress and role
model.
8426
N
N
-
-
-
This brief profile of hip-hop artist and
actress Queen Latifah chronicles her
childhood, accomplishments and
awards, and success in the
entertainment industry.
NF
12732
N
N
-
-
-
This biography studies the life of Queen
Noor, who helped bridge gaps between
two cultures and worked to strengthen
the country of Jordan.
1.0
NF
6139
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of the
nineteenth-century queen who ruled
Britain longer than any other monarch.
2.0
NF
14089
N
N
-
-
-
This first-person narrative of a woman
whose family was touched by HIV/AIDS
explains the real ways through which
HIV can be transmitted and the
emotions that can be experienced when
a friend or family member has the virus.
UG
7.1 16.0
NF
93285
N
N
-
-
-
NFL football coach Tony Dungy reflects
on his personal and professional life,
discussing his childhood, family,
religious beliefs, coaching practices,
Super Bowl victory, and more. The
coauthor is Nathan Whitaker.
UG
7.2
NF
20111
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and
accomplishments of the jazz musician
and record producer.
3.0
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- This book follows the life of the strongwilled queen who brought new stability
and vitality to England in the sixteenth
century.
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Title
Rabble Rousers: 20 Women Who
Made a Difference
Author
Harness, Cheryl
Rachel Carson and the
Environmental Movement
Landau, Elaine
Rachel Carson: A Voice for the
Natural World
Piddock, Charles
Word
Number Lang IL
67102 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
10954 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- In this book, biographies of twenty
American women whose actions led to
an expansion of freedom for everyone.
76852
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
4846
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses author and marine
biologist Rachel Carson's efforts to
protect the environment, from her
childhood nature outings in
Pennsylvania through the impact of her
1962 book, "Silent Spring."
128938
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
16634
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
environmentalist Rachel Carson,
discussing her childhood, education,
accomplishments, and struggles, and
how she laid the groundwork for the
modern environmental movement.
129284
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
10914
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a brief illustrated
biography of American marine biologist
and nature writer Rachel Carson, whose
writings are credited with advancing the
global environmental movement.
Rachel Carson: Voice for the Earth Wadsworth, Ginger
26079
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
17196
N
N
-
-
-
The life and work of marine biologist and
writer Rachel Carson.
Rachel of Old Louisiana
Craven, Avery O.
15775
EN
MG
7.3
5.0
NF
26705
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of Rachel O'Connor, who
lived on a plantation in Louisiana all her
life; describes her wealth and failures.
Radisson and des Groseilliers: Fur Bailey, Katharine
Traders of the North
106601
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
5131
N
N
-
-
-
This book explains how Radisson and
des Groseilliers helped open up the midwest of the United States and Canada
and how their discoveries led to the
creation of the Hudson's Bay Company,
the oldest corporation in North America.
31446
EN
UG
7.4
3.0
NF
16656
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the personal and
professional life of the statesman and
diplomat who was one of the founders of
the UN and why he received the Nobel
Prize for his peacemaking efforts.
Rachel Carson: Fighting Pesticides Lantier, Patricia
and Other Chemical Pollutants
Ralph Bunche: Winner of the Nobel Schraff, Anne
Peace Prize
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Title
Ralph Lauren: Master of Fashion
Author
Canadeo, Anne
Ramses II: Egyptian Pharaoh,
Warrior, and Builder
Fitzgerald, Stephanie
Ranch of Dreams
Word
Number Lang IL
14185 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
12607 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- A biography of the man whose early
interest in clothes grew and developed
into fashion designing for men, women,
children, and the home.
123540
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
12611
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
Ramses II, one of the longest-ruling
pharaohs of ancient Egypt.
Amory, Cleveland
66996
EN
UG
7.6 10.0
NF
59329
N
N
-
-
-
This is the heartwarming story of
America's most unusual animal
sanctuary where countless animals
have been saved from death's door.
Randolph Caldecott: Renowned
British Illustrator
Rowell, Rebecca
133911
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
13416
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life of
Randolph Caldecott, discussing his
youth in England, his work as a bank
clerk, his decision to pursue a career as
an artist, and the establishment of an
award for children's book illustrators in
his name.
Randy Moss
Robson, David
126765
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
11286
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL wide receiver
Randy Moss.
Randy Moss: Star Wide Receiver
Bernstein, Ross
61315
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
14050
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography about Randy
Moss, the star wide receiver for the
Minnesota Vikings.
65158
EN
MG
7.3
6.0
NF
34659
N
N
-
-
-
This book is far more than a sports
autobiography; it is as much a history of
one man's battle for equality as it is a
history of Olympic-level track.
Throughout his long life, he is now in his
nineties, Ray Lewis has fought
discrimination.
73
EN
MG
7.1
7.0
NF
42024
N
N
N
N
N
The author recalls his adventures with
his pet raccoon, Rascal, during his
carefree childhood in a small
Midwestern town at the close of World
War I.
Rapid Ray: The Story of Ray Lewis Cooper, John
Rascal
North, Sterling
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Word
Title
Raven-Symoné
Author
Dougherty, Terri
Ray Bradbury: Master of Science
Fiction and Fantasy
Mass, Wendy
87047
EN
Ray Charles: Voice of Soul
Ritz, David
29683
Ray Lewis
Dunn, Jeremy K.
Reckless Courage: The True Story Fuller, William
of A Norwegian Boy under Nazi
Rule
Number Lang IL
126801 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11182 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
MG+
7.3
2.0
NF
12416
N
EN
UG
7.6
4.0
NF
20175
126824
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
102706
EN
UG
7.6
5.0
VP
Description
- This biography of actress and singer
Raven Symoné chronicles her life and
successful career, as well as her awards
and achievements.
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and career
of Ray Bradbury, author of over five
hundred works of science fiction and
fantasy.
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and career
of the musician who overcame poverty,
blindness, racism, and drug addiction to
become one of the most highly
acclaimed musicians in the world.
10975
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL linebacker
Ray Lewis.
NF
31180
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the story of a Norwegian
family during the German occupation of
World War II. The coauthor is Jack
Haines.
Red Cloud
Lazar, Jerry
10019
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
19471
N
N
-
-
-
Biography of a great Oglala Indian
warrior.
Reese Witherspoon
Hill, Anne E.
73570
EN
UG
7.3
4.0
NF
20861
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the life of actress
Reese Witherspoon including her
childhood, her careers in television, the
movies, and her future plans.
Reggae Poet: The Story of Bob
Marley
Miller, Calvin Craig
118975
EN
UG
7.8
4.0
NF
23937
N
N
-
-
-
This biography details the life and
career of Jamaican musician Bob
Marley, discussing his childhood,
religious beliefs, and rise from poverty to
worldwide fame.
Reggie White: In the Trenches
White, Reggie
25974
EN
MG
7.0 19.0
NF
111721
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the legendary "Minister
of Defense" who came to Green Bay as
the Packers' last best hope to bring a
title back to Titletown. Reggie's own
account of his colorful, sometimes
controversial career, both in the pros
and in the pulpit.
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Title
Author
The Remarkable Rough-Riding Life Harness, Cheryl
of Theodore Roosevelt and the
Rise of Empire America
Remarkable Women Writers
Ball, Heather
Remember the Ladies: 100 Great
American Women
Word
Number Lang IL
113822 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
18489 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book profiles the life and
adventures of President Theodore
Roosevelt, chronicling his childhood,
family heritage, and accomplishments,
including the Panama Canal.
109228
EN
MG
7.2
5.0
NF
27063
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles ten women
wordsmiths who made history in their
own uniquely creative ways. From L.M.
Montgomery and George Eliot to
Margaret Atwood and J.K. Rowling, the
author covers a wide range of both time
periods and styles.
Harness, Cheryl
46314
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
6526
N
N
-
-
N
This is a chronologically arranged
collection of profiles of one hundred
notable American women, ranging from
Virginia Dare to Oprah Winfrey.
Remembering John McCrae:
Soldier, Doctor, Poet
Granfield, Linda
138778
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
5586
N
N
-
-
-
This book follows John through his
childhood and teens, his years in
medicine and the military, and the fateful
day during World War I when the loss of
a close friend moved him to write "In
Flanders Fields."
Remme's Ride for the Gold
Bacon, Thorn
88480
EN
MG
7.1
4.0
NF
24477
N
N
-
-
N
This is the true story of courage,
indomitable will and relentless
determination, which resulted in the
most legendary journey of the West,
carving for Louis Remme an
unforgettable niche in the saga of the
remarkable frontier heroes.
Responsibility
Edgar, Kathleen J.
82957
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
18206
N
N
-
-
-
This book contains short biographies of
men and women whose lives and work
embody the value of responsibility. The
coauthors are Susan E. Edgar and
Joanne Mattern.
Restless Spirit: The Life and Work
of Dorothea Lange
Partridge, Elizabeth
28226
EN
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
20103
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Dorothea
Lange, whose photographs of migrant
workers, Japanese American interns,
and rural poverty helped bring about
important social reforms.
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Word
Title
Reverend Run (Run-D.M.C.)
Author
Brown, Terrell
Revolutionaries
Thomas, Paul
61212
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
8616
N
The Revolutionary John Adams
Harness, Cheryl
66482
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
5894
Revolutionary Power
Pollard, Michael
14186
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
129500
EN
UG
7.6
5.0
85917
EN
UG
47556
EN
886
Rhythm and Folklore: The Story of Sapet, Kerrily
Zora Neale Hurston
Ric Flair: To Be the Man
Flair, Ric
Richard Nixon: American Politician Barron, Rachel
Number Lang IL
111754 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
8366 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This brief profile of hip-hop artist
Reverend Run chronicles his childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and
success in the entertainment industry.
N
-
-
-
This book is about the life and times of
ten people who rebelled against their
circumstances and changed the world
forever.
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of John Adams with
emphasis on his role in the American
Revolution.
9440
N
N
-
-
-
Describes leaders of revolutions
throughout history, from Queen
Boudicca to Corazon Aquino.
NF
26686
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
experiences of Zora Neale Hurston, an
American folklorist and author who
advanced her talents during the time of
the Harlem Renaissance.
7.1 17.0
NF
99835
N
N
-
-
-
In graphically honest detail, this book
chronicles the anguish and exhilaration
of pro-wrestler Ric Flair's life and career.
The coauthor is Keith Elliot Greenberg.
UG
7.7
5.0
NF
26111
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of one of the most
controversial politicians in American
history, Richard Milhous Nixon.
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
11673
N
N
-
-
-
Follows the life and career of the first
American President to resign from
office.
Richard Nixon: Thirty-Seventh
President of the United States
Lillegard, Dee
Richard Peck
Sommers, Michael A.
73000
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
14112
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life, novels, and
writing habits of Richard Peck.
Richard Petty
Frankl, Ron
17374
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
10348
N
N
-
-
-
A biography which focuses in the racing
career of professional driver Richard
Petty.
Richard Petty: The King of Racing
Roselius, J. Chris
129541
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
19186
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
NASCAR driver Richard Petty.
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Quiz
Word
Title
Richard Wright: Author of Native
Son and Black Boy
Author
Westen, Robin
Rita Moreno
Suntree, Susan
8340
EN
River Phoenix
Stempel, Penny
2441
Roald Amundsen
Broderick, Enid
Roald Amundsen: The Conquest of Karner, Julie
the South Pole
Number Lang IL
61310 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
18737 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
18915
N
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9234
62465
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
111946
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
VP
Description
- This book traces the life and
achievements of the African American
novelist.
N
-
-
-
Biography of the popular Puerto Rican
singer and actress.
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life, career, and
death of the actor who began
performing very young and succumbed
to a drug overdose at the age of twentythree.
9972
N
N
-
-
-
This biography reviews the life and
expeditions of the Norwegian explorer
who first reached the South Pole, with
emphasis on the criticism some of his
decisions received.
NF
5094
N
N
-
-
-
This short history of explorer Roald
Amundsen describes his voyage to the
South Pole, his explorations of land, and
his legacy.
Robert E. Lee
Carter, E.J.
82063
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
10017
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles General Robert E.
Lee, discussing his roles as an army
engineer, soldier in the Mexican War,
and superintendent at West Point prior
to the Civil War, and service as a
college president afterwards.
Robert E. Lee
Cannon, Marian G.
39846
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
6159
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the general,
Robert E. Lee, who commanded the
Confederate Army during the Civil War.
Robert E. Lee: Confederate
Commander
Gillis, Jennifer Blizin
85206
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
10416
N
N
-
-
-
Robert E. Lee had served in the U.S.
Army for 36 years but he resigned to
remain loyal to his home state of
Virginia when it seceded from the Union.
As the Civil war raged, Lee led his
Confederate army to the end of the war.
Robert E. Lee: Legendary
Commander of the Confederacy
Anderson, Paul
Christopher
62676
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
13353
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the Civil War
general, Robert E. Lee.
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Quiz
Title
Author
Robert Frost: The Life of America's Wooten, Sara
Poet
McIntosh
Word
Number Lang IL
110078 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
18291 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography introduces the life and
career of four-time Pulitzer Prize
winning poet Robert Frost.
Robert H. Jackson: New Deal
Lawyer, Supreme Court Justice,
Nuremberg Prosecutor
Jarrow, Gail
122907
EN
MG+
7.5
5.0
NF
28321
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of Robert H. Jackson
discusses his career as a Supreme
Court Justice, prosecutor at the
Nuremberg Trial, and his work as a New
Deal lawyer during the Great
Depression.
Robert Hooke: Creative Genius,
Scientist, Inventor
Gow, Mary
112794
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
15634
N
N
-
-
-
This biography explores the
achievements and life of seventeenthcentury scientist Robert Hooke.
Robert Hooke: Natural Philosopher Burgan, Michael
and Scientific Explorer
116535
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
13883
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of the
famous seventeenth-century English
scientist Robert Hooke, who
investigated light, sound, and
microscopic organisms.
Robert L. Johnson
Buckley, Annie
117855
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
5789
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents the life of
Robert L. Johnson, whose ability to
influence others and sharp business
skills helped him to create Black
Entertainment Television and become
the first black owner of an NBA
franchise.
Robert Louis Stevenson: Finding
Treasure Island
Carpenter, Angelica
Shirley
26058
EN
MG
7.4
4.0
NF
21399
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of the man
who wrote KIDNAPPED, TREASURE
ISLAND, and A CHILD'S GARDEN OF
VERSES. The coauthor is Jean Shirley.
Robert Pattinson: Eternally Yours
Adams, Isabelle
128560
EN
MG
7.7
5.0
NF
30244
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of British actor and teen
idol Robert Pattinson traces his
childhood and early days in theater to
his roles in major motion pictures.
Robert Rogers: Rogers' Rangers
and the French and Indian War
Quasha, Jennifer
56223
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
10873
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Robert
Rogers.
Roberto Clemente
Fischer, David
81253
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
9567
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of Roberto
Clemente, the first Latin American
baseball player to be inducted into major
league baseball's Hall of Fame.
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Title
Roberto Clemente
Author
Gilbert, Thomas
Word
Number Lang IL
8333 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
21617 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- Biography of the great Puerto Rican
baseball player.
Roberto Clemente: Baseball Hall of Lace, William W.
Famer
112326
EN
MG
7.5
4.0
NF
23341
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
baseball star Roberto Clemente,
describing his childhood in Puerto Rico,
minor and major league careers, tragic
death, and his induction into the
National Baseball Hall of Fame.
Roberto Clemente: Baseball Star & Freedman, Lew
Humanitarian
142919
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
13943
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life of
baseball player Roberto Clemente, with
information on his childhood, schooling,
love of the sport, career achievements,
and humanitarian involvement.
15533
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
13077
N
N
-
-
-
The story of Robert Goddard, the first
person to successfully launch a rocket
powered by liquid fuels.
105263
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
11421
N
N
-
-
-
This biography explores the life of Roger
Williams, the first American leader to
support the separation of church and
state and founder of the colony of
Rhode Island.
62586
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
11857
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the career of the
Rolling Stones, an English rock group
that has been performing for over thirtyfive years.
118469
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
9640
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the history of the
rock band the Rolling Stones, describing
how the band formed, its successes and
struggles, and the friendship of Mick
Jagger and Keith Richards.
1792
EN
UG
7.7
4.0
NF
23384
N
N
-
-
-
This book recounts the life of the
twentieth-century African-American
collage artist who used his southern
childhood, New York City, Jazz, and
Paris to influence his bold and
meaningful art.
Rocket Man: The Story of Robert
Goddard
Streissguth, Tom
Roger Williams: Founder of Rhode Burgan, Michael
Island
The Rolling Stones
Forget, Thomas
The Rolling Stones
Schlesinger, Ethan
Romare Bearden: Celebrating the
Victory
Schwartzman, Myron
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Title
Ronald Reagan
Author
Orr, Tamra
Ronald Reagan: Fortieth President Kent, Zachary
of the United States
Word
Number Lang IL
63036 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
5819 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of the fortieth
president of the United States, focusing
on his childhood and young adulthood.
889
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
12465
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the former motion-picture
actor who served two terms as the
fortieth President of the United States.
56524
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
8655
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the woman
whose refusal to give up her seat on an
Alabama bus helped galvanize the civil
rights movement.
Rosa Parks
Nobleman, Marc
Tyler
Rosa Parks
Hoe, Susan
130685
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
10426
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of Rosa Parks recounts
her experiences with prejudice,
discrimination, and segregation and her
role in the 1955 Montgomery bus
boycott.
Rosa Parks: "Tired of Giving In"
Schraff, Anne E.
100887
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
18159
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents an introduction
to the life of Rosa Parks, the woman
whose actions led to the desegregation
of buses in Montgomery, Alabama,
during the 1960s, and who was an
important figure in the early days of the
civil rights movement.
Rosie O'Donnell
Kallen, Stuart A.
31328
EN
UG
7.3
3.0
NF
16691
N
N
-
-
-
This book follows the life and career of
popular comedienne Rosie O'Donnell.
Rosie O'Donnell: Talk Show Host
and Comedian
Meachum, Virginia
53780
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
18139
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of popular talk
show host, Rosie O'Donnell, describing
her childhood, education, and career in
comedy, the movies, on Broadway, and
on television.
A Rumor of War
Caputo, Philip
47658
EN
UG
7.5 20.0
NF
114512
N
N
-
-
-
In 1965, Marine Lieutenant Caputo
landed at Danang with the first ground
combat unit committed to fight in
Vietnam. Sixteen months later, he
returned home, physically whole but
emotionally wasted, his youthful
idealism forever gone.
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Word
Title
Running in the Family
Author
Ondaatje, Michael
Number Lang IL
45274 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 7.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Russell Simmons
Norton, James R.
104687
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
5677
N
N
-
-
-
This book details Russell Simmons's life
from childhood to present.
Russell Simmons
Finley, Toiya Kristen
126802
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
9535
N
N
-
-
-
This biography explores the life of hiphop music executive Russell Simmons.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Italia, Bob
12534
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
2868
N
N
-
-
-
Biography of the second woman to sit
on the U. S. Supreme Court.
Rutherford B. Hayes: Nineteenth
President of the United States
Kent, Zachary
869
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
11134
N
N
-
-
-
Examines the life and career of the Civil
War general and Ohio politician, who
became the nineteenth president of the
United States.
Sacagawea: Guide For the Lewis
and Clark Expedition
Marcovitz, Hal
47026
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
7372
N
N
-
-
-
This is the story of Sacagawea, a Native
American woman who guided Lewis and
Clark on their expedition through the
unexplored region of North American in
the early 19th century.
Sacred Hoops
Jackson, Phil
19795
EN
UG
7.8 10.0
NF
55063
N
N
-
-
-
An inside look at the higher wisdom of
teamwork.
Saddam Hussein
Anderson, Dale
76944
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
16426
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the powerful
president of Iraq, Saddam Hussein,
whose rule began in 1979 with a coup
and the assassination of sixty-six men
who were allegedly conspiring against
him.
Saddam Hussein
Stewart, Gail B.
75476
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
16074
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and
background of Iraq's Saddam Hussein,
his terrorist tactics, dictatorship, power,
and struggle to maintain control as he
faces the future.
Saint Juan Diego and Our Lady of
Guadalupe
Nobisso, Josephine
60761
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
13662
N
N
-
-
-
This book highlights the life of Saint
Juan Diego.
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Count Book RP
38253 N
N
VP
Description
- This book recalls the return of Michael
Ondaatje to Sri Lanka. He left when he
was eleven and returned at age thirtysix. There he found the carefree,
doomed life his parents and
grandparents had led.
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Title
Saladin: Noble Prince of Islam
Author
Stanley, Diane
Sally Ride: The Story of the First
American Female in Space
Wade, Linda R.
Salma Hayek
Word
Number Lang IL
61647 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
6466 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This is the other side of the story of the
Crusades. It is the tale of an
extraordinary man, a warrior who longed
for peace. Courageous in battle and
merciful in victory, he would be revered
even by his enemies.
62399
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
8566
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Sally Ride,
who in 1983 became the first American
woman to travel in space.
Wine, Bill
129492
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
8231
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of actress Salma Hayek
covers her upbringing, her struggle to
become an actress in Mexico and the
U.S., and her success in television and
film, such as in the movie FRIDA, and in
her personal life.
Salt-N-Pepa
Gisnash, Sahara
104688
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
5992
N
N
-
-
-
Salt-N-Pepa is the most successful allfemale hip-hop group of all time. The
group is outspoken, strong, and
independent. Its songs are playful,
intelligent, and always pro-woman.
Salvador Dali
Anderson, Robert
74402
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
8050
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores Salvador Dali,
discussing his work in relation to his life
and what was happening in the world
around him.
Sam and the Speaker's Chair
Liles, Maurine
7987
EN
MG
7.5
6.0
NF
35044
N
N
-
-
-
Biography of the Texan who was a
legendary U. S. Speaker of the House.
Sam Houston: For Texas and the
Union
Woodward, Walter M.
62678
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
13781
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Sam Houston
whose service to the United States
spanned almost fifty years and included
such roles as soldier, general,
congressman, senator, and governor of
two states, Texas and Tennessee.
Sam Houston: Texas Hero
Gregson, Susan R.
100260
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
12646
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of Sam
Houston, who adopted Texas as his
home. He was a hero of the Texas
Revolution and led Texas through its
turbulent early years as an independent
republic, eventually helping it secure
statehood in 1845.
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Title
Sam Walton: Business Genius of
Wal-Mart
Author
Lee, Sally
Sam Walton: Department Store
Giant
Dougherty, Terri
78582
EN
Samuel Adams: Patriot and
Statesman
Burgan, Michael
85207
Samuel de Champlain: Explorer of Faber, Harold
Canada
Number Lang IL
115665 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
18052 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.4
2.0
NF
11839
N
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
11979
87117
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
VP
Description
- This brief biography of Sam Walton,
founder of the Wal-Mart retail chain,
chronicles his childhood, family, and
personal work ethics.
N
-
-
-
This book is a brief biography of WalMart founder Sam Walton, whose idea
that he would get the best deals he
could on merchandise and pass those
savings on to the customer, led to his
becoming the richest man in America.
N
N
-
-
-
Samuel Adams worked tirelessly to
rouse opposition to British taxation and
harsh rule. Though he strove for
peaceful solutions to the colonies'
problems, he gradually decided that
open rebellion was the only course.
9552
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of early
French explorer Samuel de Champlain
and chronicles his expeditions in
Canada and founding of Quebec, the fur
trade and relationship with the Native
Americans, and the Battle of Lake
Champlain.
Samuel de Champlain: From New
France to Cape Cod
Morganelli, Adrianna
103092
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
4705
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life and
adventures of sixteenth-century French
explorer Samuel de Champlain and
describes his voyages from France to
North America in search of a trade route
to Asia, the founding of Acadia, and the
colonization of New France.
Samuel Houston: Army Leader &
Historic Politician
Bodden, Valerie
135682
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
14361
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
Samuel Houston, discussing his family
background, childhood, education,
military and political career, and his
societal contributions.
Sandra Bullock
Hill, Anne E.
51522
EN
UG
7.2
3.0
NF
16819
N
N
-
-
-
This book is about the life of Sandra
Bullock including her childhood and her
career as an actress.
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Title
Author
Sandra Cisneros: Latina Writer and Mirriam-Goldberg,
Activist
Caryn
Sasha
Snyder, Gail
Satchel Paige
Word
Number Lang IL
21134 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
17522 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- Surveys the life and work of this awardwinning Latina author.
135962
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
9023
N
N
-
-
-
This book provides biographical
information on the Barack Obama family
with a special emphasis on the youngest
daughter, Sasha.
Schmidt, Julie
57336
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
11729
N
N
-
-
-
This book is about the career and life of
Satchel Paige, one of baseball's best
pitchers.
Savage Beauty: The Life of Edna
St. Vincent Millay
Milford, Nancy
78319
EN
UG
7.4 38.0
NF
217045
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Edna St.
Vincent Millay, the most famous poet of
the Jazz Age.
Say It with Music: The Story of
Irving Berlin
Furstinger, Nancy
129513
EN
UG
7.8
3.0
NF
18309
N
N
-
-
-
This biography discusses the life of
Irving Berlin, the Russian immigrant who
came to America as a boy and became
one of the most successful composers
of popular songs.
Scott O'Dell
Payment, Simone
100591
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
12733
N
N
-
-
-
This short biography of twentiethcentury American author Scott O'Dell,
chronicles his early life and award-filled
career and discusses selected works.
Scottie Pippen
McMane, Fred
4667
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
11033
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography about
basketball legend Scottie Pippen, when
he played for the Chicago Bulls.
Sea Queens: Women Pirates
Around the World
Yolen, Jane
123476
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
13134
N
N
-
-
-
In this book meet Artemisia, the admiralqueen of Persia in 500 B.C., Grania
O'Malley, the Irish pirate queen,
Madame Ching, who sailed the South
China Sea in the early 1800s, and ten
other female pirates on their ships, in
battle, and in disguise.
Sean Combs
Wolny, Philip
104689
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
6052
N
N
-
-
-
From humble, middle-class beginnings,
Combs has skyrocketed to incredible
heights of wealth and fame. The songs
he created or had a hand in making
have sold tens of millions of copies.
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Title
Sean "Diddy" Combs
Author
Wittmann, Kelly
Secret Agents
Thomas, Paul
Secret Missions
Brown, Alex
Word
Number Lang IL
111755 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
8375 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This brief profile of hip-hop artist Sean
"Diddy" Combs chronicles his childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and
success in the entertainment industry.
61214
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
8609
N
N
-
-
-
This book is about the secret lives of ten
undercover agents who plotted and
schemed against their enemies.
124968
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
5105
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the true stories of
the Pinkerton Detective Agency, Violette
Szabo, Dusan "Dusko" Popov, John
Howard Griffin, and Gary Powers, who
survived harrowing experiences as
spies and secret agents.
See How She Runs: Marion Jones Rapoport, Ron
& the Making of a Champion
44867
EN
UG
7.2 10.0
NF
56693
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Marion Jones, a
champion basketball player and track
and field star.
Seiji Ozawa
Tan, Sheri
15474
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
6397
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the famous Japanese
conductor, a citizen of both Japan and
United States, who has achieved
international recognition for his skills in
interpreting western music.
Selena
Jones, Veda Boyd
2454
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
10127
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and work of
the award-winning Texas singer who
had begun to popularize Tejano music
when she was shot and killed by the
president of her fan club.
Selman Waksman and the
Discovery of Streptomycin
Gordon, Karen
62400
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
7935
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and career
of Selman Waksman, the microbiologist
and chemist who discovered
streptomycin and first coined the term
"antibiotic."
Sequoyah: Inventor of Written
Cherokee
Basel, Roberta
112527
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
12425
N
N
-
-
-
In 1821, after more than a decade of
work, Sequoyah, a Cherokee Indian,
succeeded in creating a set of symbols
to represent the sounds of spoken
Cherokee. The new written language
was easy to learn and helped boost
ethnic pride.
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Title
Shadow Life: A Portrait of Anne
Frank and Her Family
Author
Denenberg, Barry
Number Lang IL
86643 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 6.0 NF
Count Book RP
35933 N
N
The Shameless Diary of an
Explorer: A Story of Failure on Mt.
McKinley
Dunn, Robert
65658
EN
Shannon Lucid: Space
Ambassador
Bredeson, Carmen
25386
Shaping a President: Sculpting for
the Roosevelt Memorial
Peduzzi, Kelli
Shaquille O'Neal: A Biography
Gutman, Bill
Shaquille O'Neal: Giant on and off
the Court
Sharon Creech
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.0 11.0
NF
66371
N
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
4692
28940
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
34977
EN
MG
7.0
8.0
Robinson, Tom
111581
EN
MG
7.3
McGinty, Alice B.
100505
EN
MG
7.4
N
-
-
-
In 1903, journalist Robert Dunn joined
an expedition attempting the first ascent
of Mt. McKinley. Led by explorer
Frederick Cook, the climbers failed to
conquer McKinley, but they did
circumnavigate the peak, an
accomplishment not repeated until
1978.
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of the
astronaut from her childhood in
Oklahoma through her various space
shuttle missions to her six months
aboard the Mir space station.
7465
N
N
-
-
-
This book is about the work of the
sculptor Neil Estern during the creation
of the memorial in Washington, D.C.
which features the former president, first
lady, and their dog Fala.
NF
44495
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the all-star
Orlando Magic player, Shaquille O'Neal.
2.0
NF
12925
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life and
career of basketball star Shaquille
O'Neal, discussing his upbringing,
success in the NBA, and charity work.
2.0
NF
12834
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a brief biography of
children's writer Sharon Creech, author
of WALK TWO MOONS, and includes
information on her early life and how
she became a writer.
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Description
- This book describes the lives of the
members of the Frank family before and
after they were forced into hiding from
the Nazis during World War II, and
features a fictional diary that views
events from the perspective of Anne's
sister, Margot.
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Title
Shaun White
Author
Schweitzer, Karen
Shawn Kemp
Bonner, Mike
Sheryl Swoopes
Schweitzer, Karen
Shipwreck at the Bottom of the
World
Word
Number Lang IL
126870 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
10892 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This brief biography of Olympic gold
medal snowboarder Shaun White
chronicles his personal and professional
life and career, along with his many
achievements and awards.
4672
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
10886
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the basketball
career and the personal life of the NBA
power forward from Elkhart, Indiana.
126750
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
9345
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
career of professional women's
basketball player Sheryl Swoopes,
discussing her childhood, experiences
playing college basketball, recruitment
by the newly formed WNBA, and her
personal life.
Armstrong, Jennifer
25962
EN
MG
7.3
6.0
NF
34562
N
N
-
-
N
During the 1914 Shackleton Antarctic
expedition, after being trapped in a
frozen sea for nine months, the ship,
"Endurance," was finally crushed,
forcing Shackleton and his men to make
a very long and perilous journey.
Shirley Temple Black: Actor and
Diplomat
Blashfield, Jean F.
43645
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
9961
N
N
-
-
-
This biography follows Shirley Temple
Black's career from child star to
Ambassador.
Shout, Sister, Shout! Ten Girl
Singers Who Shaped a Century
Orgill, Roxane
59710
EN
UG
7.8
7.0
NF
41704
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents biographies of ten
women singers of the twentieth century.
Sid Fleischman
Freedman, Jeri
73001
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
11539
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life, novels, and
writing habits of Sid Fleishman.
Sieur de La Salle
Nardo, Don
54318
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
6201
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography about Sieur de
la Salle, who became the first European
to travel down the length of the
Mississippi River in 1682. He claimed
the river and the land around it for
France, his native country.
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Title
Sieur de La Salle: New World
Adventurer
Author
Zronik, John Paul
Number Lang IL
103093 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
4973 N
N
The Signers: The 56 Stories
Behind the Declaration of
Independence
Fradin, Dennis
Brindell
63725
EN
Silver Rights
Curry, Constance
21630
Simon Says Gold: Simon
Whitfield's Pursuit of Athletic
Excellence
Whitfield, Simon
Sir Charlie: Chaplin, the Funniest
Man in the World
Fleischman, Sid
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
14520
N
EN
UG
7.0 12.0
NF
70169
136443
EN
MG
7.2
5.0
NF
138142
EN
MG
7.0
5.0
Sir Edmund Hillary: To Everest and Stewart, Whitney
Beyond
26053
EN
MG
7.6
Sir Ernest Shackleton: By
Endurance We Conquer
Clavert, Patricia
65396
EN
MG
Sir Francis Drake
Champion, Neil
48593
EN
MG
N
-
-
N
This book profiles each of the fifty-six
men who signed the Declaration of
Independence, giving historical
information about the colonies they
represented.
N
N
-
-
-
The story of the Carter family's struggle
to desegregate the school system in
order to provide a better education for
their children.
30793
N
N
-
-
-
Simon Whitfield shares the story of his
personal journey to a gold medal in the
triathlon at the 2000 Summer Olympics
in Sydney, Australia, and tells of his
continuing quest in the 2004 and 2008
Games. The coauthor is Cleve
Dheensaw.
NF
32139
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life and
accomplishments of Charlie Chaplin,
describing the silent film star and
director's impoverished childhood in
London and his rise to fame in
Hollywood and within the film industry.
3.0
NF
16666
N
N
-
-
-
Profiles the life of the explorer who, with
Tenzing Norgay, was the first to reach
the summit of Mount Everest in 1953.
7.8
2.0
NF
12513
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the life and Arctic
explorations of Sir Ernest Shackleton.
7.1
1.0
NF
8398
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Sir Francis
Drake.
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Description
- This book chronicles the life and
adventures of seventeenth-century
French explorer Sieur de La Salle and
describes his early life and expeditions
through North America as well as his
obsession with building a colony at the
mouth of the Mississippi.
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Author
Sir Francis Drake: Circumnavigator Paige, Joy
of the Globe and Privateer for
Queen Elizabeth
Word
Number Lang IL
62661 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
13757 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This is a biography of British pirate and
explorer Sir Francis Drake, featuring his
search for riches in the Americas and
his eventual voyage around the world.
Sir Isaac Newton: Brilliant
Mathematician and Scientist
Rosinsky, Natalie M.
116536
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
13253
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of the
famous seventeenth-century English
physicist Sir Isaac Newton, who
formulated the laws of gravity, force,
and motion.
Sir John Franklin: The Search for
the Northwest Passage
Knudsen, Anders
114950
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
5856
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents an overview of
the life of Arctic explorer Sir John
Franklin who, on his third attempt to
navigate a sailing route through the
Canadian Arctic Ocean, mysteriously
vanished along with his crew.
Sir Walter Raleigh
McCarthy, Shaun
69099
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
8692
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents an account of
Raleigh's life and explorations, and
examines their impact on history and the
world.
Sir Walter Raleigh: Explorer for the Olson, Steven P.
Court of Queen Elizabeth
69171
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
13202
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of Sir Walter
Raleigh which examines his early life,
his relationship with Queen Elizabeth,
his desire to explore the New World, his
defeat of the Spanish Armada, his quest
for El Dorado, his life as a writer, and
more.
Sir William Berkeley: Governor of
Virginia
Powell, Phelan
47028
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
8316
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Sir William
Berkeley, who came from England to
become governor of the colony of
Virginia.
Sitting Bull and His World
Marrin, Albert
39883
EN
UG
7.8 13.0
NF
70407
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and times of
the Hunkpapa chief who is remembered
for his defeat of Custer at Little Big
Horn.
Sitting Bull: Lakota Leader
Iannone, Catherine
1755
EN
UG
7.6
NF
15211
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life of the
Hunkpapa chief who is remembered for
his defeat of General Custer at Little
Bighorn and provides a history of the
Lakota Indians who were his people.
3.0
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Title
Sitting Bull: Sioux Leader
Author
Bodow, Steven
Slave Young, Slave Long
Greene, Meg
Snoop Dogg
Snow Falling in Spring: Coming of
Age in China During the Cultural
Revolution
Word
Number Lang IL
12674 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 5.0 NF
Count Book RP
27634 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- A biography of the Hunkpapa Sioux
chief and medicine man who worked to
maintain the rights of Native American
people and who encouraged the Sioux
to defeat George Custer at the Little
Bighorn in 1876.
4399
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
15155
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a social and cultural
history of the American slave
experience with emphasis on day to day
life rather than the larger political
context.
Carlson-Berne,
Emma
111756
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
8615
N
N
-
-
-
This brief profile of hip-hop artist Snoop
Dogg chronicles his childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and
success in the entertainment industry.
Li, Moying
121441
EN
MG+
7.1
7.0
NF
40684
N
N
-
-
-
The author reveals the events of her life
from age twelve to adulthood, when the
cultural revolution of Mao Zedong
destroyed family customs and life as her
family had known it.
107913
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
13470
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life of ancient
Greek philosopher Socrates, who
became famous for his never-ending
questioning which later led to a dramatic
trial and his death.
Socrates: Ancient Greek in Search Dell, Pamela
of Truth
Sojourner Truth: Abolitionist and
Women's Rights Activist
Bernard, Catherine
49992
EN
UG
7.8
3.0
NF
17196
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of the woman
who let nothing hold her back, including
her sex and her race.
Sojourner Truth: Ain't I a Woman?
McKissack, Patricia
C.
6690
EN
UG
7.0
5.0
NF
27623
N
N
-
-
N
A biography of the former slave who
became well-known as an abolitionist
and advocate of women's rights.
Sojourner Truth: From Slave to
Activist for Freedom
Butler, Mary G.
62679
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
13199
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of one of the
most famous African American women
of the nineteenth century. A former
slave, she gained fame as an
abolitionist and a women's rights
activist.
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Author
The Soldier's Friend: A Life of Ernie Boomhower, Ray E.
Pyle
Word
Number Lang IL
115063 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 5.0 NF
Count Book RP
28113 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book chronicles the life of World
War II-era newspaper columnist Ernie
Pyle, focusing on his career from his
teenage years in Indiana to his life as a
roving correspondent to his growing
fame as a columnist describing the daily
life of a soldier.
Something to Declare
Alvarez, Julia
77436
EN
UG
7.2 14.0
NF
79369
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a collection of essays that
discusses the major issues that the
author has had to face in her life.
Sophisticated Ladies: The Great
Women of Jazz
Gourse, Leslie
110637
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
11483
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles fourteen fabulous
women who changed the landscape of
jazz music.
Soulja Boy Tell 'Em
Schweitzer, Karen
126803
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
10768
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of hip-hop artist Soulja
Boy Tell 'Em covers his work with other
artists and his invention of a new dance
move. The book also includes a
chronology and list of accomplishments.
Spellbinder: The Life of Harry
Houdini
Lalicki, Tom
41515
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
14113
N
N
-
-
N
Text and photographs provide a look
into the life of Harry Houdini, the famous
magician, illusionist, and escape artist.
Spice Girls
Shore, Nancy
30958
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
10403
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the exploits of the
popular British bubblegum group, the
Spice Girls, covering their concerts,
meetings with world leaders and royalty,
and personal histories.
Spirit Like a Storm: The Story of
Mary Shelley
Miller, Calvin Craig
47559
EN
UG
7.7
4.0
NF
23422
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
nineteenth-century English author who
at the age of nineteen wrote the classic
horror novel, "Frankenstein."
Sports and Athletics
Gaines, Ann Graham
4722
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
10073
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the lives and
athletic accomplishments of six women:
Althea Gibson, Wilma Rudolph, Janet
Guthrie, Debi Thomas, Sheryl Swoopes,
and Pat Head Summitt.
Sports Great Dominique Wilkins
Bjarkman, Peter C.
17380
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
10349
N
N
-
-
-
A look at the personal life and the
basketball career of Dominique Wilkins.
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Sports Great Muggsy Bogues
Author
Rekela, George
Sports Great Scottie Pippen
Bjarkman, Peter C.
Sports Heroes
Word
Number Lang IL
17387 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11783 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- Looks at the life story, including the
college and professional basketball
careers, of Charlotte Hornets star
Tyrone Bogues.
17390
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9376
N
N
-
-
-
Looks at the career of the great
basketball star Scottie Pippen, who is
considered one of the best all-around
players.
Bingham, Jane
142912
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
7241
N
N
-
-
-
The twentieth century produced some of
the most remarkable and memorable
sports heroes of all time. The story of
Mohammad Ali, for example, is timeless
and endlessly inspiring. The book
introduces sports heroes and their backstories.
Stampede for Gold: The Story of
the Klondike Rush
Berton, Pierre
127296
EN
MG
7.0
6.0
NF
35428
N
N
-
-
-
Among those who went with high hopes
to the Klondike gold rush were author
Pierre Berton's parents. In this book,
Berton presents firsthand accounts of
the gunfights, con men, avalanches,
frostbite, and starvation endured by
stampeders.
Stan Lee: Comic Book Superhero
Gitlin, Martin
133902
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
14110
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of comic
book writer, editor, and producer Stan
Lee, covering his upbringing, creation of
characters such as Spider-Man and the
Fantastic Four, work with Marvel, and
more.
Stan Lee: Creator of Spider-Man
Miller, Raymond H.
107801
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
5130
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of Spider-Man creator,
Stan Lee, describes his childhood
during the Great Depression, early
writing career, and editor and
spokesperson for Marvel Comics.
Starforce Hockey: The Greatest
Players of Today and Tomorrow
Duhatschek, Eric
70898
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
20074
N
N
-
-
-
Featuring profiles of current hockey
stars, as well as the stars of tomorrow,
this book tells the inside stories of the
greats - details not commonly known.
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Starlight and Storm
Author
Rébuffat, Gaston
Stephen King: King of Thrillers and Wilson, Suzan
Horror
Word
Number Lang IL
65654 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.4 8.0 NF
Count Book RP
43445 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- In this book, the author tells of his
ascent of the treacherous north faces of
six of Europe's greatest peaks, the
Grandes Jorasses, the Piz Badile, the
Drus, the Matterhorn, the Cima Grande
di Lavaredo, and the Eiger.
49993
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
19970
N
N
-
-
-
This is a window into the struggles and
triumphs of horror writer Stephen King.
128940
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
17460
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of Apple's
cofounder Steve Jobs, describing his
California childhood, education,
struggles, and accomplishments.
53730
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
19459
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of computer
innovator, Steve Jobs, who created and
built Apple Computer, Inc., thought up
the iMac, and helped found Pixar
computer animation studio.
126751
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
9198
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
professional basketball player Steve
Nash, discussing his childhood,
recruitment in the NBA draft, strong
work ethic, and personal life.
Steve Jobs: The Brilliant Mind
Behind Apple
Imbimbo, Anthony
Steve Jobs: Wizard of Apple
Computer
Wilson, Suzan
Steve Nash
Kimmich, Ian
Steven Spielberg
Horn, Geoffrey M.
62466
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
10167
N
N
-
-
-
This biography discusses the personal
life and professional career of the
successful motion picture producer and
director, Steven Spielberg.
Steven Spielberg
Gish, Melissa
29137
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
3791
N
N
-
-
-
This is the story of Steven Spielberg, a
film director.
Steven Spielberg: Director of
Blockbuster Films
Edge, Laura B.
122040
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
18545
N
N
-
-
-
This brief biography of filmmaker Steven
Spielberg, the director of such movies
as RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK and
E.T., includes information on his
childhood, college life, marriages, and
his early successes and failures.
133903
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
14472
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of motion
picture director Steven Spielberg,
discussing his Jewish childhood, early
career, family, and success.
Steven Spielberg: Groundbreaking Vander Hook, Sue
Director
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Title
Steven Spielberg: Master
Storyteller
Author
Powers, Tom
Number Lang IL
26050 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
16444 N
N
Still Me
Reeve, Christopher
25919
EN
Sting
Hill, Anne E.
66836
Sting
Wyborny, Sheila
Stonewall
RV
-
LS
-
UG
7.8 16.0
NF
90461
N
EN
UG
7.8
4.0
NF
20943
79367
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
Fritz, Jean
16938
EN
MG
7.5
6.0
Stonewall Jackson: Confederate
General
Pflueger, Lynda
16130
EN
UG
7.5
The Story of Clara Barton
Kent, Zachary
5160
EN
MG
The Story of Jonas Salk and the
Discovery of the Polio Vaccine
Hargrove, Jim
5172
EN
The Story of Rachel Carson and
the Environmental Movement
Foster, Leila Merrell
5187
EN
N
-
-
-
With dignity and sensitivity, Christopher
Reeve describes the journey he has
made after a disabling accident.
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the life of Sting,
including his education, his music and
acting career, success, and future plans.
12788
N
N
-
-
-
This book reviews the life and work of
well-known rock musician Sting, from
his childhood in Newcastle, England, to
superstardom as a member of The
Police, as a solo artist, and as an actor,
to his support of such causes as
protection of rain forests.
NF
33179
N
N
-
-
N
Biography of the man who began life as
a penniless orphan from West Virginia
and went on to become a national
military hero.
3.0
NF
18487
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the Confederate General
Stonewall Jackson, who fought at Bull
Run during the Civil War.
7.0
1.0
NF
3687
N
N
-
-
-
This book follows the life of the nurse
who served on the battlefields of the
Civil War and later founded the
American Red Cross.
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
3817
N
N
-
-
-
This book recounts the successful
search of Jonas Salk for the vaccine
that conquered polio.
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
3810
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of ecologist
Rachel Carson, with emphasis on the
importance of her books for the
environmental movement.
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- A biography of the successful filmmaker
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"Schindler's List."
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Title
The Story of the Arizona
Diamondbacks
Author
Gilbert, Sara
Number Lang IL
117067 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 1.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
The Story of the Baltimore Orioles
Omoth, Tyler
117095
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
5769
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the history behind
the Baltimore Orioles baseball team
from their beginning as the St. Louis
Browns to their move to Baltimore in
1954 and discusses players, such as
Jim Palmer, Al Bumbry, and Brooks
Robinson.
The Story of the Chicago Cubs
Omoth, Tyler
117068
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
5810
N
N
-
-
-
This book documents the history behind
the Chicago Cubs baseball team, which
began in the 1870s, and discusses
major players, Wrigley Field, and the
legendary "curse of the goat."
The Story of the Colorado Rockies Omoth, Tyler
117097
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
5579
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the history behind
the Colorado Rockies baseball team
since their beginnings in 1985 and
profiles notable players, including
Andres Galarraga, Larry Walker, Dante
Bichette, and Eric Young.
The Story of the Detroit Tigers
Gilbert, Sara
117098
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
5773
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the history behind
the Detroit Tigers baseball team since
their first game in 1901 and profiles
notable players, including Ty Cobb,
Hank Greenberg, Al Kaline, and Mark
Fidrych.
The Story of the Florida Marlins
Peterson, Sheryl
117099
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
5671
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the history of the
Florida Marlins professional baseball
team and profiles notable players,
including Dontrelle Willis, Luis Castillo,
Cliff Floyd, and Preston Wilson.
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5566 N
N
VP
Description
- This book examines the history of the
Arizona Diamondbacks professional
baseball team and profiles notable
players, including Randy Johnson,
Damian Miller, Tony Womack, and Luis
Gonzalez.
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Title
The Story of the Houston Astros
Author
Richardson, Adele
Number Lang IL
117100 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 1.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
The Story of the Kansas City
Royals
Gilbert, Sara
117020
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
5686
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the history behind
the Kansas City Royals baseball team
from their beginning in 1969 and profiles
notable players, including Satchel
Paige, Darrell Porter, Willie Wilson, and
George Brett.
The Story of the Los Angeles
Angels of Anaheim
Gilbert, Sara
117072
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
5674
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the history of the
Los Angeles Angels professional
baseball team and profiles notable
players, including Nolan Ryan, Buck
Rodgers, Wally Joyner, and Jim
Fregosi.
The Story of the Los Angeles
Dodgers
Nichols, John
117021
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5629
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the history behind
the Los Angeles Dodgers from their
beginning in Brooklyn, New York, in the
1890s and discusses major players,
including Sandy Koufax, Roy
Campanella, and Gil Hodges.
The Story of the Minnesota Twins
LeBoutillier, Nate
117023
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5651
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the history behind
the Minnesota Twins baseball team from
its beginning as the Washington
Senators in 1901 and profiles notable
players, including Harmon Killebrew,
Rod Carew, Jack Morris, and Chili
Davis.
The Story of the New York Mets
Goodman, Michael E.
117073
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
5665
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the history of the
New York Mets professional baseball
team and profiles notable players,
including Tom Seaver, Todd Hundley,
Keith Hernandez, and Mookie Wilson.
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5764 N
N
VP
Description
- This book examines the history of the
Houston Astros baseball team, profiling
such greats as Larry Dierker, Roger
Clemens, César Cedeño, and Craig
Reynolds.
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Word
Title
The Story of the New York
Yankees
Author
Number Lang IL
Goodman, Michael E. 117101 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 1.0 NF
The Story of the Seattle Mariners
Peterson, Sheryl
117026
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
5692
N
The Story of the Tampa Bay Devil
Rays
Shofner, Shawndra
117027
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
5678
The Story of the Texas Rangers
Richardson, Adele
117028
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
The Story of the Toronto Blue Jays Shofner, Shawndra
117029
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
The Story of the Washington
Nationals
117078
EN
MG
7.3
77500
EN
MG
7.0
Hawkes, Brian
Struggling for Perfection: The Story Konieczny, Vladimir
of Glenn Gould
RV
-
LS
-
N
-
-
-
This book examines the history of the
Seattle Mariners professional baseball
team and profiles notable players,
including Edgar Martinez, Alex
Rodriguez, Jay Buhner, and Ken Griffey
Jr.
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the history of the
Tampa Bay Devil Rays professional
baseball team and profiles notable
players, including Victor Zambrano,
Julio Lugo, Fred McGriff, and Aubrey
Huff.
5462
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the history of the
Texas Rangers professional baseball
team and profiles notable players,
including Charlie Hough, Ivan
Rodriguez, Toby Harrah, and Rusty
Greer.
NF
5704
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the history of the
Toronto Blue Jays professional baseball
team and profiles notable players,
including Dave Stieb, Pat Borders, Tony
Fernandez, and Lloyd Moseby.
1.0
NF
5797
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the history of the
Washington Nationals professional
baseball team and profiles notable
players, including Steve Rogers, Gary
"Kid" Carter, Larry Parrish, and Andre
Dawson.
3.0
NF
17524
N
N
-
-
-
Glenn Gould's classical genius comes to
life in this portrait of an imposing figure
in music history.
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5717 N
N
VP
Description
- This book examines the history of the
New York Yankees professional
baseball team and profiles notable
players, including Babe Ruth, Mickey
Mantle, Joe DiMaggio, and Lou Gehrig.
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Title
Süleyman the Magnificent and the
Ottoman Empire
Author
Greenblatt, Miriam
Number Lang IL
64898 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
12436 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
Superstars of Women's Tennis
Schwabacher, Martin
17396
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
11735
N
The Supremes
Rivera, Ursula
57280
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
11940
Susan B. Anthony
Levin, Pamela
29700
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
Susan B. Anthony: Voice for
Women's Voting Rights
Kendall, Martha E.
16132
EN
UG
7.8
3.0
Sweet Victory: Lance Armstrong's
Incredible Journey
Stewart, Mark
35959
EN
MG
7.0
Switchfoot
Zimmerman, Robert
109843
EN
MG
Sylvia Earle: Deep Sea Explorer
and Activist
White, Katherine
73002
EN
Sylvia Earle: Guardian of the Sea
Baker, Beth
47480
T.I.
Etingoff, Kim
119806
N
-
-
-
Traces the achievements of some of the
top women tennis players.
N
N
-
-
-
This book is about the fame and
achievements in music of the
Supremes.
7774
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
outspoken suffragist who was one of
America's greatest crusaders for social
justice.
NF
18011
N
N
-
-
-
Describes the life of the early women's
rights activist who fought for the
women's right to vote.
2.0
NF
10761
N
N
-
-
-
This book is the story of the bicyclist
who, having won the battle against
cancer, went on to win the world's most
grueling bicycle race, the Tour de
France.
7.0
1.0
NF
5385
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a brief profile of the
music and musicians of the rock band
Switchfoot.
MG
7.7
2.0
NF
11706
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the personal life
and professional career of Sylvia Earle,
who is an oceanographer, marine
botanist, ecological activist, aquanaut,
and author.
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
13719
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of a
groundbreaking marine biologist and
diver, from her childhood in New Jersey
and Florida to her deep sea explorations
of the 1980s and 1990s.
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
8471
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist T.I.
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lives of Süleyman I and his subjects in
the Ottoman Empire of the sixteenth
century.
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Title
Taig Khris: In-Line Skating
Superstar
Author
Rosenberg, Aaron
Word
Number Lang IL
83953 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
7807 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of the Algerianborn in-line skating champion, focusing
on the tricks and stunts he performed at
the X Games and other competitions.
Talking with Adventurers:
Cummings, Pat
Conversations with Christina M.
Allen, Robert Ballard, Michael L.
Blakey, Ann Bowles, David
Doubilet, Jane Goodall, Dereck &
Beverly Joubert, Michael Novacek,
Johan Reinhard, Rick C. West and
Juris Zarins
34841
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
20418
N
N
-
-
N
Twelve men and women who work in
the field of science discuss and explain
their occupations, including what they
might do in a normal working day and
the scariest thing that ever happened to
them. The coeditor is Linda Cummings.
Tara Lipinski
17398
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
9133
N
N
-
-
-
Presents the success story of figure
skater Tara Lipinski, who at fourteen
years old became the youngest National
Champion and World Champion in the
history of women's figure skating.
Teammates: Karl Malone and John Schnakenberg,
Stockton
Robert
28917
EN
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
16796
N
N
-
-
-
This dual biography emphasizes how
greatly two Utah Jazz stars rely on each
other, on and off the court, and the
extent to which their careers have
intertwined.
Ted Turner: Cable Television
Tycoon
Byman, Jeremy
47560
EN
UG
7.6
3.0
NF
17420
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the
multimillionaire media pioneer, creator
of the Cable News Network, champion
yachtsman, and founder of
environmental and humanitarian
organizations.
Ted Turner: Television's
Triumphant Tiger
Stefoff, Rebecca
14193
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
10035
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of entrepreneur Ted Turner,
who, after a number of diverse
achievements, pioneered the world's
first nonstop news stations. He changed
the history of television.
The Temptations
Cox, Ted
29735
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
18212
N
N
-
-
-
This is the history of the rhythm and
blues group begun by Afro-American
musicians in Detroit in 1961.
Ten Amazing People: And How
They Changed the World
Shaw, Maura D.
87608
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
8334
N
N
-
-
-
The lives and work of ten influential
religious leaders from around the world
are introduced.
Jones, Veda Boyd
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Title
Ten Great American Composers
Author
Bredeson, Carmen
Terrell Owens
Gimpel, Diane
Marczely
Word
Number Lang IL
60728 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
14581 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book profiles the lives of ten
American composers including John
Philip Sousa, Scott Joplin, Charles Ives,
George Gershwin, and Duke Ellington.
The coauthor is Ralph Thibodeau.
126766
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
10939
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL wide receiver
Terrell Owens.
Terror of the Spanish Main: Sir
Marrin, Albert
Henry Morgan and His Buccaneers
28227
EN
MG
7.4
9.0
NF
51873
N
N
-
-
-
The author provides an account of the
life and times of the English buccaneer
Henry Morgan from his birth in Wales
through his daring exploits in the
Spanish Main to his later years in
Jamaica.
Themistocles: Defender of Greece Morris, Ian
Macgregor
73091
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
12580
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents an introduction to life
in ancient Greece, and looks at the
actions of Themistocles, a politician who
rose to power to lead the Athenian
people in battle against the Persian
Empire.
Theodore Roosevelt
Horn, Geoffrey M.
72717
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
8652
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the twentysixth president of the United States,
discussing his personal life, education,
and political career.
Theodore Roosevelt
Marcovitz, Hal
63037
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
6416
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the twentysixth president of the United States,
focusing on his childhood and young
adulthood.
Theodore Roosevelt
Schueler, Donald G.
69778
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
6812
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of the man who
has been called our nation's first
modern president.
71210
EN
MG
7.6
7.0
NF
39374
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the energetic New
Yorker who became the twenty-sixth
president of the United States and who
once exclaimed "No one has ever
enjoyed life more than I have."
Theodore Roosevelt: Champion of Kraft, Betsy Harvey
the American Spirit
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Author
Theodore Roosevelt: Twenty-Sixth Kent, Zachary
President of the United States
Word
Number Lang IL
875 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11888 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- Examines the personality, early life,
family, and career of the twenty-sixth
President of the United States.
There Ain't Nobody That Can Sing Neimark, Anne E.
Like Me: The Life of Woody Guthrie
64591
EN
MG
7.2
4.0
NF
24487
N
N
-
-
-
This book highlights the life of Woody
Guthrie.
They Wrote Their Own Headlines:
American Women Journalists
Whitelaw, Nancy
47563
EN
UG
7.6
4.0
NF
20957
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the biographies of
the pioneer women in American
journalism.
This Land Was Made for You and
Me: The Life and Songs of Woody
Guthrie
Partridge, Elizabeth
57122
EN
UG
7.0
8.0
NF
46608
N
N
-
-
N
This is a biography of Woody Guthrie, a
singer who wrote over 3,000 folk songs
and ballads as he traveled around the
United States.
Thomas A. Edison
Mason, Paul
64622
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
5516
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a photo-filled chronicle of
American inventor Thomas Edison's life
and accomplishments that describes
America during his lifetime and
discusses his impact on the world.
Thomas Alva Edison: Great
American Inventor
Burgan, Michael
108157
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
11850
N
N
-
-
-
This biography relates the life of
Thomas Alva Edison, the world famous
scientist and inventor whose inventions
transformed technology.
Thomas Edison
Pederson, Charles E.
118238
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
13935
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
inventor Thomas Edison, discussing his
childhood, schooling, many influential
discoveries, and the impact his
inventions had on the modern world.
Thomas Edison
Colbert, David
128819
EN
MG
7.6
3.0
NF
16827
N
N
-
-
-
Chronicled in this book are ten important
events in the life of Thomas Edison,
including the heroic move that helped to
launch his career.
Thomas Edison: The Great
American Inventor
Egan, Louise
35973
EN
MG
7.1
5.0
NF
32160
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and
achievements of the famous inventor,
from his boyhood experiments to his
search for electricity.
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Title
Thomas Hobbes: An English
Philosopher in the Age of Reason
Author
Rosenberg, Aaron
Thomas Jefferson
Harness, Cheryl
Word
Number Lang IL
100545 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
13155 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book describes the political and
religious situation during the
seventeenth century, the Enlightenment
period in Europe and England, and the
works of British philosopher Thomas
Hobbes.
75939
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
4360
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and times of
the multifaceted man who wrote the
Declaration of Independence and later
became the third president of the United
States.
853
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
8826
N
N
-
-
-
Traces the life of the tall red-headed
Virginian, from his early education and
involvement in the American Revolution
to his activities as the nation's third
President and last years at Monticello.
Thomas Paine: Great Writer of the Burgan, Michael
Revolution
85241
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
12277
N
N
-
-
-
Thomas Paine's writings on the politics
of independence, especially the
document COMMON SENSE, greatly
influenced the leading figures of the
American Revolution. His energy,
eloquence, and patriotism helped push
the colonies toward independence.
Thomas Paine: Revolutionary
Author
Farley, Karin Clafford
12678
EN
MG
7.4
5.0
NF
28953
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the writer and political
philosopher whose works influenced the
American colonists in their revolt against
Great Britain.
Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson:
Confederate General
Doak, Robin S.
100262
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
11799
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of Thomas
"Stonewall" Jackson. After experiencing
a difficult childhood, he attended West
Point and rose in the military ranks to
become one of the Confederate Army's
inspirational leaders.
Through a Ruby Window: A
Martha's Vineyard Childhood
Klein, Susan
101388
EN
MG
7.0
8.0
NF
45404
N
N
-
-
-
This is a collection of storyteller Susan
Klein's accounts of growing up on
Martha's Vineyard, a busy resort area in
the summer and a sleepy seaside
community for the rest of the year.
Thomas Jefferson: Third President Hargrove, Jim
of the United States
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Title
Thucydides: Ancient Greek
Historian
Author
Doak, Robin S.
Thurgood Marshall: Civil Rights
Haugen, Brenda
Lawyer and Supreme Court Justice
Word
Number Lang IL
107914 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
13021 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book discusses the life of
Thucydides, whose dedication to
accurately record the Peloponnesian
War forever changed the way history is
written.
112528
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
13856
N
N
-
-
-
Thurgood Marshall risked his life in his
fight against segregation. A prominent
lawyer, he worked for the common man,
hoping that someday everyone would
be considered equal. He worked his way
to be the first African American in the
Supreme Court.
Thurgood Marshall: Freedom's
Defender
Time-Life Editors
40272
EN
UG
7.6
3.0
NF
19458
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and times of
the first African American to serve as a
judge on the United States Supreme
Court.
Tiger Woods
Uschan, Michael V.
31326
EN
UG
7.9
4.0
NF
21021
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life and career
of Tiger Woods, including his childhood,
early fame, success as the greatest
amateur golfer ever, and early
achievements as a professional player.
Tiger Woods
Durbin, William C.
29719
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
18186
N
N
-
-
-
In this book, the author examines the life
and golf career of the young man who
racked up numerous tournament
victories and became celebrated in the
media.
Tiger Woods
Gallagher, Jim
118524
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
9401
N
N
-
-
-
This book details Tiger Wood's many
successes both on and off the golf
course, discussing how he came to
national prominence by winning the U.S.
Amateur title three years in a row.
Tiger Woods: Professional Golfer
Williams, Jean
Kinney
50180
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
12853
N
N
-
-
-
This book tells the life story and follows
the career of professional golfer, Tiger
Woods.
Tim Allen
Wukovits, John F.
29689
EN
UG
7.5
3.0
NF
17939
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of the
star of the television show "Home
Improvement," focusing on how he
turned his life around after serving a
prison sentence for selling illegal drugs.
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Title
Tim Allen
Author
Dougherty, Terri
Tim Burton: Filmmaker
Lynette, Rachel
111385
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
7609
N
Tim Duncan
Adams, Sean
110693
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
19433
Tim Duncan
Bednar, Chuck
126752
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
111583
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
Tim Duncan: Champion on and off Roselius, J. Chris
the Court
Number Lang IL
66704 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
21188 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of the star of
the television show "Home
Improvement," discussing his early life,
time in prison, career as a comedian,
and success in both television and the
movies.
N
-
-
-
This brief biography of producer and
director Tim Burton discusses his
childhood and early interest in horror
films that led to his success in the film
industry.
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of basketball star Tim
Duncan discusses his early life in St.
Croix, his recruitment by Wake Forest
College in North Carolina, and his
professional performance with the San
Antonio Spurs.
9433
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
career of professional basketball player
Tim Duncan, discussing his childhood in
the Caribbean, recruitment by the San
Antonio Spurs, championship wins, and
charity work.
NF
18466
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life and
career of basketball star Tim Duncan,
discussing his upbringing, success in
the NBA, and charity work.
Time Machine: The Story of H.G.
Wells
Boerst, William J.
47564
EN
UG
7.4
3.0
NF
17784
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores the personal life and
literary career of the wide-ranging British
author known for his science fiction,
histories, and novels.
Tina Turner
Hasday, Judy L.
29745
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
17154
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life and career of
Tina Turner, from the early days of the
Ike and Tina Turner Revue, through the
years of spousal abuse, to the success
of Grammy Awards and film work.
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Title
Tiny Broadwick: The First Lady of
Parachuting
Author
Roberson, Elizabeth
Whitley
To Be a Princess: The Fascinating Brewster, Hugh
Lives of Real Princesses
Word
Number Lang IL
55941 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11769 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This is a biography of Tiny Broadwick,
the first woman parachute jumper. This
biography follows Tiny as she joins a
carnival and travels the entire country
parachuting from airplanes and hot air
balloons.
54789
EN
UG
7.0
3.0
NF
16884
N
N
-
-
-
This book contains biographies of
twelve real princesses who lived in the
luxurious world of royalty, yet were not
spared the sadness and tragedy of real
life. The coauthor is Laurie Coulter.
105766
EN
MG
7.5
7.0
NF
41874
N
N
-
-
-
This book explains what life was like for
children in America during periods of its
history between the Revolution and
World War II, discussing slavery,
orphanages, child labor, medicine,
crime, school, young soldiers, and love,
play, and friendship.
To Be Young in America: Growing
Up with the Country, 1776-1940
Cole, Sheila
Tom Cruise
Mattern, Joanne
51528
EN
UG
7.9
3.0
NF
17131
N
N
-
-
-
This book is about Tom Cruise and his
life as an actor.
Tom Hanks and Colin Hanks
Isle, Mick
86211
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
6903
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents the lives of
Tom and Colin Hanks, highlighting their
relationship over the years, their
individual accomplishments, and how
they have dealt with being famous.
143298
EN
MG
7.3
5.0
NF
27436
N
N
-
-
-
This chronicle of the life of Charles S.
Stratton, who stopped growing about
sevec months after his birth in 1838 and
began performing as a curiosity named
Tom Thumb, includes discussion
regarding ethical questions about
exploitation.
51242
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
11979
N
N
-
-
-
This is the story of Blanche Stuart Scott,
the first woman pilot in America.
Tom Thumb: The Remarkable True Sullivan, George
Story of a Man in Miniature
Tomboy of the Air: Daredevil Pilot
Blanche Stuart Scott
Cummins, Julie
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Toni Morrison: Nobel PrizeWinning Author
Author
Kramer, Barbara
Number Lang IL
16045 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 3.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Tony Blair
Wilson, Wayne
63889
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
3879
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the popular Labour
party member who, in 1997 at the age of
forty-four, became Britain's youngest
prime minister in over two hundred
years. The coauthor is Jim Whiting.
Tony Dungy
Carlisle, Brady
129494
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
10843
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of NFL coach Tony
Dungy covers his career in football from
his time as a player until his Super Bowl
win as head coach of the Indianapolis
Colts.
Tony Hawk
Miller, Raymond H.
77910
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
4959
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a short biography of Tony
Hawk.
Tony Hawk and His Team:
Skateboarding Superstars
Sorensen, Lita
83955
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
8706
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a short biography on
skateboarding superstar, Tony Hawk. It
also includes a brief history of the sport,
as well as Hawk's achievements and
accomplishments in skateboarding.
Tony Parker
Bednar, Chuck
126753
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
10072
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
career of professional basketball player
Tony Parker, discussing his childhood in
France, experiences playing soccer,
recruitment by the San Antonio Spurs,
and NBA championship wins.
Tony Romo
Bednar, Chuck
126767
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
10570
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life, career,
and achievements of NFL quarterback
Tony Romo.
Top 10 American Women's
Olympic Gold Medalists
Ditchfield, Christin
36071
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
5463
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles ten of the best
American women's Olympic gold
medalists in history including Babe
Didrikson, Peggy Fleming, Florence
Griffith-Joyner, and Kristi Yamaguchi.
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15565 N
N
VP
Description
- This book examines the life and career
of the successful novelist who became
the first African-American to win the
Nobel Prize in Literature.
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Top 10 Baseball Base Stealers
Author
Bjarkman, Peter C.
Number Lang IL
11239 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 1.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Top 10 Basketball Slam Dunkers
Bjarkman, Peter C.
11240
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
6259
N
N
-
-
-
Anecdotes, career statistics, and
quotations of basketball greats such as
Julius Erving, Shawn Kemp, and
Charles Barkley.
Top 10 Big Men
Sehnert, Chris W.
4852
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
8944
N
N
-
-
-
This book covers the careers and
statistics of ten NBA big men.
Top 10 Pitchers
Sehnert, Chris W.
4850
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
9263
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the lives and careers
of ten of baseball's top pitchers.
Top 10 Playmakers
Sehnert, Chris W.
4853
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
9288
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles ten great NBA
guards.
Top 10 Quarterbacks
Sehnert, Chris W.
4855
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
7845
N
N
-
-
-
This book covers the careers and
statistics of ten NFL quarterbacks.
Top 10 Sluggers
Sehnert, Chris W.
4854
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
9072
N
N
-
-
-
This book covers the careers and
statistics of ten of baseball's top batters.
Touch the Top of the World: A
Blind Man's Journey to Climb
Farther Than the Eye Can See
Weihenmayer, Erik
55312
EN
UG
7.1 19.0
NF
112248
N
N
-
-
-
In this book, Erik Weihenmayer recalls
his struggle to push past the limits
placed on him by his visual impairment.
The Tragic Tale of Narcissa
Whitman and a Faithful History of
the Oregon Trail
Harness, Cheryl
109705
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
18818
N
N
-
-
-
Narcissa married Marcus Whitman,
another missionary want-to-be, and they
headed West. Then she and Marcus
lived happily ever teaching the Indians
about the Bible, right? Wrong! Readers
will find out what really happened when
East met West.
The Trailblazing Life of Daniel
Boone and How Early Americans
Took to the Road
Harness, Cheryl
117955
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
17559
N
N
-
-
-
From a childhood spent hunting with
Pennsylvania Native Americans to
coming-of-age fighting in the French and
Indian War and the blazing of the
Wilderness Road across the
Appalachian Mountains, this book
chronicles Daniel Boone's life story.
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5975 N
N
VP
Description
- This book covers the careers and game
highlights of great base stealers such as
Ty Cobb, Lou Brock, and Rickey
Henderson.
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Title
Traitor: The Case of Benedict
Arnold
Author
Fritz, Jean
Triumph on Everest: A
Photobiography of Sir Edmund
Hillary
Coburn, Broughton
The Trouble Begins at 8: A Life of
Mark Twain in the Wild, Wild West
Fleischman, Sid
The True Adventures of Grizzly
Adams
Word
Number Lang IL
16939 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 7.0 NF
Count Book RP
41412 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
N A study of the life and character of the
brilliant Revolutionary War general who
deserted to the British for money.
69085
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
7495
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of Edmund Hillary,
whose love of snow, mountains, and the
outdoor life culminated in his conquering
the highest peak in the world.
124428
EN
MG
7.5
5.0
NF
26932
N
N
-
-
-
This book is the story of a wisecracking
adventurer who came of age in the
untamed West, who was also an inkstained rebel who surprised himself by
becoming the most famous American of
his time.
McClung, Robert M.
58971
EN
MG
7.7
8.0
NF
45290
N
N
-
-
-
This book recounts the adventures of
the nineteenth-century frontier hunter
with an emphasis on his experiences
with bears.
True Champions
Aaseng, Nathan
11844
EN
UG
7.5
5.0
NF
26648
N
N
-
-
-
Recounts the stories of athletes who
have exhibited remarkable bravery,
generosity, or caring on or off the
playing field.
Tupac
Marcovitz, Hal
111757
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
8445
N
N
-
-
-
This brief profile of hip-hop artist Tupac
Shakur chronicles his childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and
success in the entertainment industry.
Tupac Shakur: Multi-Platinum
Rapper
Harris, Ashley Rae
133951
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
12707
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents an exploration
of the life and career of Tupac Shakur,
which discusses his childhood, family,
success, personal relationships,
controversy, and untimely death.
119229
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
8380
N
N
-
-
-
Rap-inspired verse and illustrations
describe the life of Muhammed Ali,
discussing his bouts, struggles with
societal prejudice, Islamic faith, Olympic
glory, and more.
Twelve Rounds to Glory: The Story Smith Jr., Charles R.
of Muhammad Ali
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Title
Tyra Banks
Author
Schweitzer, Karen
Number Lang IL
126871 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.9 2.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
U2
McIntosh, Kenneth
118471
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
9294
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the history of the
rock band U2, describing the band's
formation in Dublin, its rise to fame, and
lead singer Bono's social activism,
political work, and charity efforts.
Ulysses S. Grant
Patrick, Bethanne
Kelly
63039
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
6295
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
eighteenth president of the United
States, focusing on his childhood and
young adulthood.
Ulysses S. Grant
Alter, Judy
69780
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
5927
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of the military
leader who became America's
eighteenth president after the Civil War.
Ulysses S. Grant
Carter, E.J.
82064
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
8667
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the Civil War
general and United States president
who failed at almost everything he tried
in early life, yet went on to achieve
significant military, political, and literary
accomplishments.
Ulysses S. Grant
Aronson, Billy
116072
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
16087
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles Ulysses S.
Grant's military career as a brilliant
strategist and effective leader, to the
corruption and racial conflicts that
plagued his two terms in office.
Ulysses S. Grant: America's 18th
President
Riehecky, Janet
77344
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
13681
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the
eighteenth president of the United
States, with information on his
childhood, family, political career,
presidency, and legacy.
Ulysses S. Grant: Eighteenth
President of the United States
Kent, Zachary
868
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
11350
N
N
-
-
-
Follows the military and political career
of the general who became the "Hero of
Appomattox" and the eighteenth
President of the United States.
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10126 N
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Description
- This biography of model and television
host Tyra Banks covers her upbringing,
various career changes, her work in
films and reality television, and success
in other aspects of the entertainment
industry.
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Title
Ulysses S. Grant: Union General
and U.S. President
Author
Haugen, Brenda
Unafraid of the Dark
Bray, Rosemary L.
Word
Number Lang IL
85242 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
11211 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- As the highest-ranking general in the
Union army, Ulysses S. Grant led his
troops to many victories in the battles of
the Civil War and became a popular
military hero. He went on to serve as
president of the United States for eight
years.
36593
EN
UG
7.3 18.0
NF
103395
N
N
-
-
-
This is an autobiography which
describes growing up poor in Chicago in
the 1960s, and a childhood shaped by
welfare, the Roman Catholic Church,
and the civil rights movement.
Unbound and Unbroken: The Story Esty, Amos
of Frederick Douglass
139981
EN
UG
7.7
5.0
NF
27348
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life of
Frederick Douglass, a man born into
slavery in 1818, who escaped to
freedom and went on to become a
famous orator, writer, and abolitionist
leader.
Unbroken: A World War II Story of
Survival, Resilience, and
Redemption
Hillenbrand, Laura
144668
EN
UG
7.7 24.0
NF
138039
N
N
-
-
-
This biography is the story of Olympic
runner and World War II bombardier,
Louis Zamperini, who survived in the
open ocean after his plane crashed in
the Pacific. The plot contains violence.
Uncommon Champions: Fifteen
Athletes Who Battled Back
Kaminsky, Marty
47253
EN
MG
7.6
5.0
NF
29895
N
N
-
-
-
This book contains inspiring true stories
of athletes who struggled with physical
and mental adversity.
129833
EN
MG
7.9
6.0
NF
34288
N
N
-
-
-
This book looks at the 1862-63 battle for
Vicksburg through the eyes of three
children: ten-year-old Lucy, the daughter
of a Vicksburg merchant; eleven-yearold Willie, the son of a minister; and
twelve-year old Frederick, the son of
Ulysses S. Grant.
64886
EN
MG
7.5 13.0
NF
71497
N
N
-
-
-
This book offers an informative and
entertaining collection of short
biographies of Canada's most important
and influential public figures.
Under Siege! Three Children at the Warren, Andrea
Civil War Battle for Vicksburg
Unusual Heroes
Peacock, Shane
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Title
Up Before Daybreak: Cotton and
People In America
Author
Hopkinson, Deborah
Number Lang IL
105282 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
20184 N
N
Up Close: Bill Gates
Aronson, Marc
127004
EN
Up Close: Ella Fitzgerald
Stone, Tanya Lee
120398
Up Close: Elvis Presley
Hampton, Wilborn
Up Close: Harper Lee
RV
-
LS
-
MG+
7.9
5.0
NF
28596
N
EN
MG+
7.6
5.0
NF
29961
115274
EN
MG+
7.0
5.0
NF
Madden, Kerry
129294
EN
MG+
7.5
5.0
Up Close: John Steinbeck
Meltzer, Milton
120458
EN
MG+
7.6
Up Close: Johnny Cash
Neimark, Anne E.
114228
EN
MG+
7.5
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the life and
achievements of Microsoft co-founder
Bill Gates.
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of legendary jazz singer
Ella Fitzgerald chronicles her troubled
childhood in Harlem and the events that
catapulted her to fame.
31622
N
N
-
-
-
When Elvis shook his hips and sang his
soulful songs, teenagers screamed.
Fans, record executives, movie
producers, and even the army wanted a
piece of this enigmatic performer and
shy boy from Tupelo. What Elvis gave
them changed music forever.
NF
29496
N
N
-
-
-
This biography chronicles the life of TO
KILL A MOCKINGBIRD author Harper
Lee, discussing her childhood,
schooling, aversion to publicity, awardwinning book, and other related topics.
6.0
NF
36222
N
N
-
-
-
A complicated man, Steinbeck fought
his way through three marriages, was a
distant father, and battled with
alcoholism. He wrote because he was
compelled to, yet he always doubted his
abilities and lived in fear of never writing
a decent book.
5.0
NF
30644
N
N
-
-
-
This richly detailed biography of Johnny
Cash examines his life from the
monumental events that made him who
he was to the fleeting but fateful
moments that shaped his life. His farreaching legacy still influences music
that is made today.
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- This book traces the history of the
cotton industry in America through the
centuries, from colonial times to the
middle of the twentieth century.
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Title
Usher
Author
Lord, Raymond
Usher: The Godson of Soul
Nickson, Chris
Vasco Nuñez de Balboa: Explorer
of the Pacific
Word
Number Lang IL
111758 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
8738 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This brief profile of hip-hop artist Usher
chronicles his childhood,
accomplishments and awards, and
success in the entertainment industry.
100112
EN
MG
7.8
4.0
NF
21183
N
N
-
-
-
Since releasing his first album in 1994,
Usher hasn't stopped shocking the
world with his musical talent. But before
he became an international superstar,
Usher had to start from the beginning
just like everyone else.
Otfinoski, Steven
87121
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
9858
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life of Vasco
Nuñez de Balboa, the Spanish explorer
who was the first European to see the
Pacific Ocean and who conceived the
idea of a canal connecting the Atlantic
and Pacific.
Venus and Serena Williams
Buckley Jr., James
69366
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
8060
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the lives and
careers of the two African American
sisters who have had sensational
success in the world of professional
tennis.
Venus and Serena Williams
Marcovitz, Hal
126872
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
10746
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the African
American tennis playing sisters, Venus
and Serena Williams, and describes
each of their professional
accomplishments, the Olympic games,
and other related topics.
Venus Williams
Aronson, Virginia
30959
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
11133
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the teenage
tennis player who was ranked in the top
ten women players of the world in 1998.
Victory in Destruction: The Story of Whitelaw, Nancy
William Tecumseh Sherman
103036
EN
MG
7.9
5.0
NF
28692
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life of Union
general William Tecumseh Sherman,
describing his childhood in Ohio, his
marriage to Ellen Ewing, his years as a
banker, his military training, the "march
to the sea," and his life after the Civil
War.
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Title
Vince Lombardi
Author
Roensch, Greg
Vincent van Gogh
Green, Jen
Vincent van Gogh
Word
Number Lang IL
62590 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
12492 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of the
legendary coach of the Green Bay
Packers and the Washington Redskins,
known for his belief in hard work,
discipline, and pride both on and off the
football field.
74403
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
8421
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores Vincent van Gogh,
discussing his work in relation to his life
and what was happening in the world
around him.
Bodden, Valerie
125232
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
6455
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
nineteenth-century Dutch artist Vincent
van Gogh, discussing his struggles to
find his calling in life, his bouts of
depression, and pioneering techniques,
and includes color reproductions of a
selection of his works.
Vincent van Gogh: Portrait of an
Artist
Greenberg, Jan
54109
EN
MG
7.6
5.0
NF
26001
N
N
-
-
N
In a career spanning only a decade,
Vincent Van Gogh painted great work
after great work, but fame eluded him.
Today, however, he stands as a giant
among artist, one who endured hardship
to fulfill his artistic vision. The coauthor
is Sandra Jordan.
Virginia Apgar: Innovative Female
Physician and Inventor of the
Apgar Score
Apel, Melanie Ann
73004
EN
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
11362
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles a woman
anesthesiologist who was a pioneer in
medicine, graduating from medical
school at a time when few women
attended college, and going on to
develop the Apgar score for measuring
a newborn's physical condition at birth.
Vision
Edgar, Kathleen J.
82958
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
18274
N
N
-
-
-
This book contains short biographies of
men and women whose lives and work
embody the value of vision. The
coauthors are Susan E. Edgar and
Joanne Mattern.
W.E.B. Du Bois
Troy, Don
25897
EN
MG
7.6
1.0
NF
3066
N
N
-
-
N
A brief biography of an AfricanAmerican educator and activist who help
found the NAACP.
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Title
Author
W.E.B. Du Bois: Champion of Civil Rowh, Mark
Rights
Word
Number Lang IL
31450 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
17507 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of the noted
historian and sociologist who was an
important leader of African American
protest and helped found the National
Association for the Advancement of
Colored People.
W.E.B. Du Bois: Civil Rights
Activist, Author, Historian
Whiting, Jim
133726
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
8910
N
N
-
-
-
This overview of the life of W.E.B. Du
Bois discusses his childhood, education,
fight for social justice, challenges, and
more.
Walker Evans: Photographer of
America
Nau, Thomas
113969
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
8352
N
N
-
-
-
Determined to "capture life as he saw
it," Walker Evans (1903-1975) became
one of the great photographers of the
twentieth century, shooting in the New
York City subways, the American
heartland, and around the world.
Walt Disney
Jaffe, Elizabeth Dana
53524
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
5906
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the man who
began his career as an animator and
became the creator of Mickey Mouse
and Disneyland, and the founder of
Disney Studios.
Walt Disney
Nardo, Don
66778
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
5443
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life of Walt
Disney, including his early childhood,
education, interests, the creation of
Mickey Mouse, and the development of
the Disney theme parks.
Walt Disney: Entertainment
Visionary
Gitlin, Martin
133904
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
14321
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of Walt
Disney, who began his career as an
animator and became the creator of
Mickey Mouse and Disneyland and the
founder of Disney Studios.
Walt Disney: Genius of
Entertainment
Josephson, Judith
Pinkerton
110701
EN
MG
7.0
3.0
NF
19511
N
N
-
-
-
This book provides an introduction to
the life and work of Walt Disney, the
man who created Mickey Mouse and
Disneyland.
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Title
Walt Whitman
Author
Reef, Catherine
Walt Whitman
Loewen, Nancy
12748
EN
MG
7.1
1.0
NF
7126
N
Walter Dean Myers
Burshtein, Karen
73005
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
12506
The War Journal of Major Damon
"Rocky" Gause
Gause, Damon L.
88717
EN
UG
7.7 10.0
NF
87395
EN
MG
7.7
2.0
878
EN
MG
7.2
Washington Irving: Storyteller for a Collins, David R.
New Nation
47566
EN
UG
The Wayans Brothers
86210
EN
MG
Warren G. Harding: America's 29th Kent, Deborah
President
Warren G. Harding: Twenty-Ninth
President of the United States
Wade, Linda R.
White, Katherine
Number Lang IL
65487 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.5 5.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
N
-
-
-
Biography of the famous poet, Walt
Whitman.
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the life, novels, and
writing habits of Walter Dean Myers.
56595
N
N
-
-
-
This newly discovered memoir relates
one WWII soldier's extraordinary escape
from the Japanese invasion of the
Philippines and the fortress of
Corregidor as he made his way through
jungles and villages and then across the
Pacific in a leaky boat.
NF
12973
N
N
-
-
-
This biography examines the life of
Warren G. Harding, the publisher of a
newspaper from Marion, Ohio, whose
good looks and speaking skills made
him a political star before becoming the
twenty-ninth president of the United
States.
1.0
NF
8482
N
N
-
-
-
Examines the life and career of the Ohio
newspaperman who became the twentyninth President of the United States.
7.6
3.0
NF
16290
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of one of America's
earliest great literary figures who also
served as a diplomat in Spain.
7.3
1.0
NF
6888
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents the lives of the
Wayans brothers, Keenen, Damon,
Shawn, and Marlon, highlighting their
relationships over the years, their
individual accomplishments, and how
they have dealt with being famous.
AR BookGuide™
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N
VP
Description
- This book is a biography of Walt
Whitman whose poetry in "Leaves of
Grass" reflected the great changes that
took place in nineteenth-century
America.
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Title
Wayne Gretzky: Greatness on Ice
Author
Morrison, Jessica
Wayne Gretzky: Star Center
Fortunato, Frank
We Are One: The Story of Bayard
Rustin
Brimner, Larry Dane
We Can Fly: Stories of Katherine
Stinson and Other Gutsy Texas
Women
Word
Number Lang IL
140449 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
16771 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This biography profiles the life and
career of hockey superstar Wayne
Gretzky and discusses his legacy on
and off the ice.
21047
EN
MG
7.2
3.0
NF
15216
N
N
-
-
-
Profiles the personal life and
professional career of the star center for
the New York Rangers, Wayne Gretzky.
116587
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
8168
N
N
-
-
-
This biography captures the passion,
courage, and triumph through Bayard's
own words, archival photographs, and
spirituals and protest songs that he
often sang.
Rogers, Mary Beth
10996
EN
MG
7.2
6.0
NF
35970
N
N
-
-
-
Texan women biographies. A
celebration of their history.
We Were There, Too! Young
People in U.S. History
Hoose, Phillip
54943
EN
UG
7.1 17.0
NF
99733
N
N
-
-
N
This book presents biographies of
dozens of young people who made a
mark in American history, including
explorers, planters, spies, cowpunchers,
sweatshop workers, and civil rights
workers.
West with the Night
Markham, Beryl
10148
EN
UG
7.3 15.0
NF
89122
N
N
-
-
-
Autobiography of the British aviatrix who
spent much of her life in Africa.
Westward Ho! Eleven Explorers of Jones, Charlotte
the West
Foltz
89211
EN
MG
7.0
7.0
NF
41540
N
N
-
-
-
This collection of biographies portrays
eleven men who explored the American
West in the 18th and 19th centuries,
including ship's officers, fur traders, and
Army officers.
What Makes a Degas a Degas?
Muhlberger, Richard
60321
EN
MG
7.3
1.0
NF
6604
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores such art topics as
style, composition, color, and subject
matter as they relate to twelve works by
Degas.
What Makes a Rembrandt a
Rembrandt?
Muhlberger, Richard
60323
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
7528
N
N
-
-
-
This book explores such art topics as
style, composition, color, and subject
matter as they relate to twelve works by
Rembrandt.
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Word
Title
When the Game Was Ours
Author
Bird, Larry
Number Lang IL
147012 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF Count Book RP
7.9 20.0 F
111583 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
Where the River Runs
Graff, Nancy
11141
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
9920
N
Whitey Ford
Nolan, Arthea
73006
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
11597
Whitney Houston
Cox, Ted
31633
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
The Who
Flynn, Noa
118470
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
Who Is Baseball's Greatest
Pitcher?
Kisseloff, Jeff
68072
EN
MG
7.0
Whoopi Goldberg
Blue, Rose
29741
EN
MG
Whoopi Goldberg: Comedian and
Movie Star
Caper, William
31452
EN
UG
N
-
-
-
A photo essay about a Cambodian
immigrant family in the United States.
N
N
-
-
-
This book describes the life and career
of Whitey Ford, pitcher for the New York
Yankees.
7768
N
N
-
-
-
A brief biography emphasizing Whitney
Houston's ascent to the top of the charts
as a vocalist and her emergence as a
Hollywood box-office sensation.
NF
9452
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the history of the
rock band The Who, discussing the
group's formation, successes and
failures, and looks at what band
members have done in the years since
reaching the peak of their popularity.
8.0
NF
47515
N
N
-
-
-
This book asks the reader to compare
the statistics for thirty-three of baseball's
greatest starting pitchers and decide
who is the best.
7.6
3.0
NF
15148
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the Afro-American
Academy-award winning actress and
comedian. The coauthor is Corinne J.
Naden.
7.0
3.0
NF
17853
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and career
of the versatile actress and comedian
who overcame a drug addiction and
became the first black female Academy
Award winner since 1939.
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- With intimate detail, this book transports
readers to an electric era of basketball
and reveals the inner workings of Larry
Bird and Magic Johnson, two players
dead set on besting one another. The
coauthors are Earvin Magic Johnson
with Jackie MacMullan.
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Title
Author
Number Lang IL
The Wild Blue: The Men and Boys Ambrose, Stephen E.
55311 EN UG
Who Flew the B-24s over Germany
BL Pts F/NF
7.7 15.0 NF
Count Book RP
82307 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
The Wild Colorado
Maurer, Richard
34729
EN
MG
7.7
4.0
NF
22829
N
Wild Heart
Neimark, Anne E.
28515
EN
UG
7.7
5.0
NF
26354
Wilderness Pioneer
Hoff, Carol
8000
EN
MG
7.1
7.0
NF
Will Ferrell
Clark, Travis
118525
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
Will Hobbs
Johanson, Paula
100592
EN
MG
7.4
Will Rogers: Cowboy Philosopher
Malone, Mary
14740
EN
MG
Will Rogers: Cowboy, Comedian,
and Commentator
Donovan, Sandy
112529
EN
MG
N
-
-
-
This book recounts the adventures of
seventeen-year-old Fred Dellenbaugh,
the youngest member of the second
Powell expedition, which explored the
Colorado River and the Grand Canyon
in 1871-72.
N
N
-
-
-
This book is the biography of Joy
Adamson, best known for her
relationship with Elsa, the lion, and her
book "Born Free."
40913
N
N
-
-
-
Life of historical Texas figure Stephen F.
Austin.
NF
9411
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of comic
actor Will Ferrell, whose uncanny
impressions, parodies, and wide range
of outrageous characters have made
him a popular entertainer.
2.0
NF
13934
N
N
-
-
-
This book contains a brief biography of
children's writer Will Hobbs, providing
information on his early life, his family,
his influences, and how he became a
writer.
7.1
3.0
NF
19053
N
N
-
-
-
Follows the private and public life of the
humorist and social critic, from his
childhood in Oklahoma through his
years as a cowboy to his rise to fame as
an entertainer.
7.0
2.0
NF
11978
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of American humorist
Will Rogers follows his life from his
childhood in the Indian Territory of what
is now Oklahoma through his career in
lariat performances in Wild West shows.
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- This book describes the young men who
flew the B-24s over Germany in World
War II against terrible odds, and
recounts their extraordinary brand of
heroism, skill, daring, and comradeship.
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Title
Will Smith
Author
Number Lang IL
Anderson, Marilyn D.
63867 EN UG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 4.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Will Smith
Corrigan, Jim
111759
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
8473
N
N
-
-
-
This brief profile of hip-hop artist and
actor Will Smith chronicles his
childhood, accomplishments and
awards, and success in the
entertainment industry.
Will Smith: "I Like Blending a
Message with Comedy"
Schuman, Michael
106746
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
18025
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of actor and Grammywinning rapper Will Smith describes his
early career in rap music and television
and later emergence into films.
Will You Die with Me? My Life and
the Black Panther Party
Forbes, Flores A.
111929
EN
UG
7.5 17.0
NF
96599
N
N
-
-
-
Flores Forbes recounts the experiences
he had as a member of the Blank
Panther Party from 1977 to 1987,
describing his transformation from an
angry youth into a powerful partisan in
the black liberation movement.
Willa Cather: Author and Critic
Ling, Bettina
74388
EN
MG
7.7
3.0
NF
19096
N
N
-
-
-
This book discusses the personal
hopes, aspirations, and struggles as
well as the professional goals,
successes, and setbacks of Willa
Cather.
Willa Cather: Writer of the Prairie
Wooten, Sara
McIntosh
21141
EN
MG
7.1
3.0
NF
19867
N
N
-
-
-
Describes the life and career of Pulitzer
Prize-winner, Willa Cather.
Willem Kolff and the Invention of
the Dialysis Machine
Tracy, Kathleen
62402
EN
MG
7.9
1.0
NF
6467
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the Dutch
doctor who worked to perfect a means
of treating kidney failure and later
helped develop the first artificial heart.
William Carey: Obliged to Go
Benge, Janet
89046
EN
MG
7.2
8.0
NF
46542
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of
William Carey, an Englishman whose
journey to India began a missionary
quest filled with hardship, heartache,
and tremendous victories. The coauthor
is Geoff Benge.
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20835 N
N
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Description
- This book profiles the life of actor and
rap star Will Smith, focusing on his life
as a child and teen, his career paths in
music and acting, and his life as a family
man.
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Title
William Howard Taft
Author
O'Connell, Kim A.
William McKinley: America's 25th
President
Riehecky, Janet
William McKinley: Twenty-Fifth
President of the United States
Kent, Zachary
William Penn: Founder of
Pennsylvania
Somervill, Barbara A.
William Penn: Liberty and Justice
for All
Word
Number Lang IL
69781 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.8 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
5929 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book traces the life of the twentyseventh president, who worked to guard
against unfair child labor practices and
oversaw the planting of the first
Japanese cherry trees in Washington,
D.C.
87432
EN
MG
7.9
2.0
NF
12870
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the early life, military
career, and political life of U.S.
President William McKinley, who was
assassinated in 1901 during his second
term in office.
874
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
12104
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the early life, military
career, and political life of the President
who was assassinated in 1901 during
his second term in office.
103912
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
11775
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of
seventeenth-century Quaker William
Penn, discussing his clash with the
English government over his religious
beliefs, his request for land in the New
World, and his establishment of the
colony of Pennsylvania.
Benge, Janet
89104
EN
MG
7.5
7.0
NF
42237
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents a biography of
William Penn, the founder of
Pennsylvania and a Quaker advocate
for justice and religious tolerance in
Great Britain and the American colonies.
The coauthor is Geoff Benge.
William Randolph Hearst and the
American Century
Whitelaw, Nancy
47568
EN
UG
7.9
4.0
NF
21859
N
N
-
-
-
This is a biography of the influential
American journalist and publisher of
newspapers and magazines, discussing
his career and his involvement in
politics.
William Shakespeare
Fandel, Jennifer
74065
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
3944
N
N
-
-
-
This book is an introduction to the life of
William Shakespeare, which includes a
selection of his sonnets and excerpts
from his plays.
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Title
William Shakespeare
Author
Berne, Emma
Number Lang IL
121205 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 2.0 NF
Count Book RP
13432 N
N
William Shakespeare: Playwright
and Poet
Nettleton, Pamela Hill
85244
EN
William Tecumseh Sherman: The
Fight to Preserve the Union
Hoogenboom, Lynn
72333
William Tecumseh Sherman: Union Kent, Zachary
General
William the Conqueror
Green, Robert
William Tyndale: Bible Translator
and Martyr
Wilma Mankiller: Chief of the
Cherokee Nation
RV
-
LS
-
MG
7.2
2.0
NF
11569
N
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
14547
60705
EN
UG
7.7
3.0
NF
27135
EN
UG
7.7
1.0
Rees, Fran
105264
EN
MG
7.5
Dell, Pamela
104886
EN
MG
7.8
N
-
-
-
William Shakespeare, English
playwright and poet, wrote about human
nature. Interesting characters such as
kings, pickpockets, assassins, and the
like, fill his plays with comedy, tragedy,
and history.
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the Civil War
general who is both credited with and
blamed for changing the way war is
fought.
18199
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life and career
of the Union Civil War General, most
remembered for his march through
Georgia that helped the North achieve
victory.
NF
5496
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the Duke of
Normandy whose victory at Hasting in
1066 established him as the English
king responsible for unifying the system
of government and law.
2.0
NF
11436
N
N
-
-
-
This biography explores the life of
William Tyndale, who spent his life
translating the Bible into English and
distributing copies to people and
ultimately sacrificing his life for his
beliefs.
2.0
NF
12275
N
N
-
-
-
This biography studies the life of Wilma
Mankiller, the first woman to lead the
Cherokee Nation, who is also a wellknown author, speaker, teacher, and a
strong advocate for Native American
and women's issues throughout the
United States.
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- This biography details the life of
playwright and poet William
Shakespeare, focusing on how his great
works of literature impacted humanity
and changed history.
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Title
Wilma Rudolph
Author
Ruth, Amy
Wilma Rudolph
Biracree, Tom
Wilma Rudolph: Athlete and
Educator
Word
Number Lang IL
4410 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.2 3.0 NF
Count Book RP
15457 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
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Description
- This book is a biography of the African
American woman who overcame
crippling polio as a child to become the
first woman to win three gold medals in
a single Olympics.
8370
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
14739
N
N
-
-
-
A biography of the woman who
overcame crippling polio as a child to
become the first woman to win three
gold medals in track in a single
Olympics.
Flanagan, Alice K.
43646
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
10592
N
N
-
-
-
This biography follows Wilma Rudolph's
careers as an athlete and an educator.
Wilt Chamberlain
Greenberger, Robert
57281
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
11728
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the life and
achievements in basketball of Wilt
Chamberlain.
Winston Churchill
Reynoldson, Fiona
50478
EN
MG
7.5
2.0
NF
9181
N
N
-
-
-
This book gives a fascinating look at
Churchill's career during times of social
unrest, war, and peace, and also
discusses the impact of his leadership
on the course of world history.
Winston Churchill: British Prime
Minister & Statesman
Vander Hook, Sue
128354
EN
MG
7.4
3.0
NF
14592
N
N
-
-
-
This biography discusses the early
upbringing, education, military training,
and political life of Winston Churchill,
covering his work as a journalist,
participation in WWI as a soldier, and
struggle against fascism as prime
minister during WWII.
Winston Churchill: British Soldier,
Writer, Statesman
Haugen, Brenda
104887
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
10973
N
N
-
-
-
This biography studies the life of
Winston Churchill, one of the greatest
statesmen in world history and a heroic
prime minister of the United Kingdom.
The Winter Olympics
Harris, Jack C.
11248
EN
MG
7.0
1.0
NF
3414
N
N
-
-
-
Discusses the history of the winter
Olympics, the events, and outstanding
athletes over the years.
16848
EN
UG
7.0
2.0
NF
11011
N
N
-
-
-
Describes the experiences of young
blacks who were involved in significant
events in the civil rights movement.
Witnesses to Freedom: Young
Rochelle, Belinda
People Who Fought for Civil Rights
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Title
Witnesses to War
Author
Leapman, Michael
WNBA: Stars of Women's
Basketball
Ponti, James
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Riggs, Kate
Women in America's Wars
Sheafer, Silvia Anne
Word
Number Lang IL
25965 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 6.0 NF
Count Book RP
33431 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book tells the stories of children
from different countries and cultural
backgrounds who were persecuted
because of their race or religion during
the Second World War.
32579
EN
MG
7.6
4.0
NF
21324
N
N
-
-
-
Including photos, stats, profiles,
interviews, and team spotlights, this
book tells amazing stories behind the
phenomenal stars of the WNBA.
125233
EN
MG
7.7
1.0
NF
6638
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart,
discussing his childhood, early training,
family life, and musical legacy.
14742
EN
MG
7.8
3.0
NF
16007
N
N
-
-
-
A collection of ten biographies of women
who have served in the military when
America was at war, including Molly
Pitcher, Sarah Emma Edmonds, and
Megan Jans.
Women of Hope: African
Hansen, Joyce
Americans Who Made a Difference
36673
EN
MG
7.8
1.0
NF
6672
N
N
-
-
-
This book features photographs and
biographies of thirteen African-American
women, including Maya Angelou, Ruby
Dee, and Alice Walker.
Women of the Lights
44184
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
10683
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the lives of women
lighthouse keepers, who braved seas
and storms, rescued people from icy
waters, and lovingly cared for their
lights.
106236
EN
UG
7.1
4.0
NF
23167
N
N
-
-
-
This book consists of nine stories that
showcase the courage and
determination women needed to make
their way in a man's world. Each found
her freedom and her happiness in the
sky.
47570
EN
UG
7.8
3.0
NF
18407
N
N
-
-
-
This book recounts the life stories of
eight notorious women pirates, including
Grace O'Malley, Anne Bonny, and
Cheng I Sao.
Fleming, Candace
Women of the Wind: Early Women Langley, Wanda
Aviators
Women Pirates: Eight Stories of
Adventure
Weatherly, Myra
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Title
Women Who Fly
Author
Homan, Lynn M.
Women Writers of the West: Five
Chroniclers of the American
Frontier
Danneberg, Julie
Wonder Kids: The Remarkable
Lives of Nine Child Prodigies
Cotter, Charis
Woodrow Wilson
Word
Number Lang IL
86833 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 5.0 NF
Count Book RP
26422 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book tells the stories of pioneering
women who defied convention and
made contributions to the field of
aviation by becoming pilots and
astronauts. The coauthor is Thomas
Reilly.
83570
EN
MG
7.3
5.0
NF
28220
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a collection of poems,
stories, and essays by five women who
wrote about the American West: Jessie
Benton Fremont, Louise Clappe, Marry
Hallock Foote, Helen Hunt Jackson, and
Gertrude Bonnin.
123942
EN
MG
7.3
5.0
NF
29682
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the lives and
accomplishments of nine child prodigies
from throughout history and discusses
some of the challenges they
encountered in pursuit of their talents.
Harmon, Daniel E.
63040
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
6232
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the twentyeighth president of the United States,
focusing on his childhood and young
adulthood.
Woodrow Wilson
Dommermuth-Costa,
Carol
66975
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
16457
N
N
-
-
-
This book profiles the United States
president who grew up during the Civil
War and brought the nation into the first
World War, yet was called the
"president of peace."
Woodrow Wilson: Twenty-Eighth
President of the United States
Osinski, Alice
877
EN
MG
7.8
2.0
NF
10171
N
N
-
-
-
Follows the life and career of the scholar
and educator who was President of the
United States during World War I.
Words West: Voices of Young
Pioneers
Wadsworth, Ginger
74555
EN
MG
7.0
6.0
NF
37256
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents stories of young
pioneers, told in their own words
through letters home, diaries, and
memoirs, accompanied by photographs
and prints, providing a window into life
on the trail.
The World at Her Fingertips: The
Story of Helen Keller
Dash, Joan
48085
EN
MG
7.9
8.0
NF
43036
N
N
-
-
N
This is a biography of Helen Keller.
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Title
The Wright Brothers
Author
Wyborny, Sheila
The Wright Brothers
Mayo, Gretchen Will
The Wright Brothers
Hamen, Susan E.
The Wright Brothers: How They
Invented the Airplane
Freedman, Russell
The Wright Brothers: Inventors of
the Airplane
Word
Number Lang IL
66774 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.1 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
5138 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- This book profiles Orville and Wilbur
Wright, beginning with their childhoods
in the Midwest, covering their business
enterprises, interest in aircraft, and
successful flights, and ending with a
look at their legacy.
72716
EN
MG
7.6
2.0
NF
9564
N
N
-
-
-
This book is a biography of the bicycle
makers whose fascination with flight led
them to build and fly the world's first
successful aircraft powered by an
engine and controlled by a pilot.
118237
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
14557
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the lives of
Wilbur and Orville Wright, discussing
their childhood, dreams of flying, and
efforts to build the world's first
successful airplane.
5913
EN
MG
7.7
4.0
NF
20820
N
N
-
-
N
This book follows the lives of the Wright
brothers and describes how they
developed the first airplane.
Old, Wendie C.
49995
EN
UG
7.1
4.0
NF
21156
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the lives of Orville and
Wilbur Wright, highlighting their rise to
the top of the world of aviation.
The Wright Brothers: Inventors of
the Airplane
Ryan Jr., Bernard
74394
EN
MG
7.8
4.0
NF
21739
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the lives of Orville
and Wilbur Wright, discussing their
family and early endeavors, and telling
the story of how they pursued their
dream of building a flying machine.
Writing Is My Business: The Story
of O. Henry
Caravantes, Peggy
111480
EN
UG
7.7
5.0
NF
26073
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the life and career
of William Sydney Porter, the author
known as O. Henry, discussing his
childhood in North Carolina, marriage,
work at a Texas ranch, early writing
career, literary accomplishments, and
other related topics.
Wu-Tang Clan
Rockworth, Janice
119807
EN
MG
7.0
2.0
NF
9081
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical
careers of hip-hop artists Wu-Tang
Clan.
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Title
Wynton Marsalis
Author
Ellis, Veronica
Freeman
Number Lang IL
15477 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.6 1.0 NF
Count Book RP
5894 N
N
Xtreme Athletes: Kelly Slater
Young, Jeff C.
139132
EN
Xtreme Athletes: Michael Phelps
Sapet, Kerrily
139133
Xtreme Athletes: Shaun White
Young, Jeff C.
Xzibit
RV
-
LS
-
MG+
7.7
2.0
NF
11206
N
EN
MG+
7.4
3.0
NF
16858
139134
EN
MG+
7.6
2.0
NF
Lemmens, MaryJo
119808
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
Yao Ming
Clark, Travis
126754
EN
MG
7.3
Yao Ming: Basketball's Big Man
Young, Jeff C.
100869
EN
MG
7.1
Yeah! Yeah! Yeah! The Beatles,
Beatlemania, and the Music That
Changed the World
Spitz, Bob
118781
EN
MG
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
career of surfer Kelly Slater, discussing
his passion for the sport, training
schedule, early successes, and career
highlights.
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
career of Olympic swimmer Michael
Phelps, discussing his early swimming
successes, intense training schedule,
turbulent relationship with his coach,
and record-breaking achievements.
9440
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life and
career of professional snowboarder and
skateboarder Shaun White, discussing
his Olympic wins and career
disappointments, schooling, and family
life.
NF
8728
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist Xzibit.
2.0
NF
9541
N
N
-
-
-
This biography profiles the life of
professional basketball player Yao Ming,
discussing his childhood in China,
recruitment in the 2002 NBA draft,
strong work ethic, and personal life.
2.0
NF
10807
N
N
-
-
-
This book present a short biography of
Yao Ming, one of today's most exciting
professional basketball players, tracing
his life from his early childhood in China
through his struggles with the Chinese
government just to be allowed to play in
the NBA.
7.8 10.0
NF
55719
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the NEW YORK
TIMES's best-selling biography of the
Beatles, written in a style and format for
young readers.
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- Discusses the personal life and musical
career of the African-American trumpet
player known for his performances of
popular jazz and classical music.
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Title
Yellowcard
Author
Breguet, Amy
Number Lang IL
109845 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.3 1.0 NF
RV
-
LS
-
Yo-Yo Ma
Ashley, Susan
81259
EN
MG
7.3
2.0
NF
9222
N
N
-
-
-
This book examines the life of Yo-Yo
Ma, the world's most celebrated cellist.
Yo-Yo Ma
Buckley, Annie
117858
EN
MG
7.5
1.0
NF
6975
N
N
-
-
-
This biography presents the life of YoYo Ma, whose hard work, talent, and
desire to help people appreciate the art
and beauty of the world's diverse
cultures inspired him to bring musicians
from around the world together in the
Silk Road Project.
Yo-Yo Ma: A Cello Superstar
Brings Music to the World
Chippendale, Lisa A.
80585
EN
MG
7.3
3.0
NF
18612
N
N
-
-
-
This book tracks the life and career of
violoncellist Yo-Yo Ma, a child prodigy
who grew to become world famous for
his playing ability, as well as for
experimenting with different kinds of
music and performance.
Yo-Yo Ma: Internationally
Acclaimed Cellist
Weatherly, Myra
112530
EN
MG
7.1
2.0
NF
12082
N
N
-
-
-
Born in Paris to Chinese parents, Yo-Yo
Ma moved to the United States at age 7.
He came to national attention eight
years later when he performed on
television. A celebrated solo cellist, Ma
has expanded his career to serve as a
musical educator.
York's Adventures with Lewis and
Clark: An African-American's Part
in the Great Expedition
Blumberg, Rhoda
75941
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
18432
N
N
-
-
-
This book relates the adventures of
York, a slave and "body servant" to
William Clark, who journeyed west with
the Lewis and Clark Expedition of 18041806.
Young Charles Darwin and the
Voyage of the Beagle
Ashby, Ruth
130427
EN
MG
7.5
4.0
NF
21453
N
N
-
-
-
Chronicled in this book is the 1831
voyage of young Charles Darwin aboard
the British Navy ship HMS "Beagle" on
his scientific journey around the world.
A Young Dancer's Apprenticeship:
On Tour with the Moscow City
Ballet
Dowd, Olympia
78267
EN
MG
7.5
3.0
NF
17525
N
N
-
-
-
An autobiography of a Canadian ballet
student who, while still in her early
teens, was offered the chance to study
and tour with the Moscow City Ballet.
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Count Book RP
5448 N
N
VP
Description
- This book presents a brief profile of the
music and musicians of the pop-punk
band Yellowcard.
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7th Grade Biographies/Autobiographies
Saturday, November 26, 2011 7:13:16 AM
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Title
Young George Washington: The
Making of a Hero
Author
Rosenburg, John
Young Jeezy
Cotts, Nat
A Young Patriot: The American
Murphy, Jim
Revolution as Experienced By One
Boy
Word
Number Lang IL
25959 EN MG
BL Pts F/NF
7.0 4.0 NF
Count Book RP
26413 N
N
RV
-
LS
-
VP
Description
- A fictionalized biography, with emphasis
on the early life, of the Virginia farmer's
son who would eventually become a
Revolutionary War leader and first
President of the United States.
119809
EN
MG
7.4
1.0
NF
7515
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist Young Jeezy.
20248
EN
UG
7.7
3.0
NF
18527
N
N
-
-
-
This book presents the memoirs of
Joseph Plumb Martin, a fifteen-year-old
boy who enlisted in the revolutionary
army in 1776, fighting under
Washington, wintering at Valley Forge,
and staying in the fight until the end of
the war in 1783.
Yung Joc
Waters, Rosa
119810
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
8362
N
N
-
-
-
This book chronicles the musical career
of hip-hop artist Yung Joc and discusses
the roots and history of hip-hop.
Zachary Taylor
Deem, James
69784
EN
MG
7.2
1.0
NF
6255
N
N
-
-
-
This book traces the life of the twelfth
president of the United States, who rose
to prominence from a distinguished
military career.
Zebulon Pike: Explorer and Soldier Doak, Robin S.
100274
EN
MG
7.4
2.0
NF
11293
N
N
-
-
-
Soldier and explorer Zebulon Pike
forever changed history with his fearless
treks into the American West. His
explorations opened the gateway for
pioneers and settlers who would one
day flock to that region.
Zora Neale Hurston: "I Have Been
in Sorrow's Kitchen"
113740
EN
MG
7.9
3.0
NF
17138
N
N
-
-
-
This biography of Zora Neale Hurston
provides information on her childhood,
family life, education, and writing career.
Litwin, Laura Baskes
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