Books in A First biography series

A true account from the dying days of the Soviet Union that puts life’s choices in perspective. When he was sixteen Dumitru decided he didn’t want his parents’ way of life. He wanted to be free to live like his friends. But when he found himself in trouble with the police, he realised that his parents had been his true friends all along. And he remembered a story they had told him as a child, the story of The Lost Son. As he replayed it from memory, alone in his prison cell, something happened. The story changed Dumitru for good. It’s a story that will change you, too!

My First Science Biography explores the lives of some of the worlds best-known scientists. Highlighting the life and times of each notable scientist, this biography series provides an in-depth look at the inspiration, achievements, and successes that define these great individuals. Informative firsthand accounts and stunning visuals engage students in compelling and timeless tales. My First Science Biography is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.

America's first president has become an icon, but Washington the man has remained something of a mystery, even today. Already a national hero well before his legendary presidency, George Washington revealed himself not only as a strong leader, but also as a pragmatic, skilled, and modest politician. Here is the full story of the life of George Washington, told with quotes from his voluminous correspondence and accounts by his peers, and accompanied by detailed historical illustrations. David A. Adler brings to life the man behind the great soldier and statesman, and unveils the dignity and humility that were the backbone of the public figure, lauded as "first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his fellow-citizens."