Books in A Visual biography series

Discusses the personal life and professional career of the successful motion picture producer and director.

A biography of the man who created Microsoft, from his childhood to his battle in court after being accused of having a monopoly in the computer industry

A biography of the Spanish explorer who in two years traveled over four thousand miles through the Southwest and Great Plains yet failed to find what he was searching for.

A biography of the first governor of the Plymouth Colony who served in that office for thirty years and greatly influenced the development of the community.

Describes the childhood, political activities, imprisonment, family, and presidency of Nelson Mandela.

Presents a photographic introduction to the land, history, government, economy, people, and culture of the African country of Central African Republic.

A biography of the man who created Microsoft, from his childhood to his future plans to work full-time for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to direct its charitable efforts around the world.

Presents a biography of the Cuban-born singer, composer, and entertainer who has recorded such hits as "Into the Light," "Conga," "Turn the Beat Around," and "Reach."

A biography covering the childhood and military and political careers of General Colin Powell.

An introduction to the geography, history, government, people, and economy of Tanzania.

Tells the story of the Beatles, describing how the group began, their phenomenal success and influence, the breakup of the group, and their separate musical careers.

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 track in a single Olympics.