Books in Lifetimes series

A biography of the nun who founded the Missionary Sisters and Brothers of Charity and gained wide recognition for her work with the destitute and dying in Calcutta and other places. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979.

Traces the life and accomplishments of the woman who struggled to overcome her deaf and blind handicaps, with the aid of her famous teacher, Annie Sullivan.

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A brief biography of the eleventh-century Danish warrior who was the first Norse ruler to be accepted as a civilized Christian king. Also discusses the history of the Vikings, their conquests, their discoveries, their culture, and their day-to-day lives.

Accessible and affordable biography, illustrated throughout in color

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Discusses the visionary inventor's life and his application of theories in physics to discover the "wireless" and thus achieve wealth and international renown

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Lifetimes: A Tana Reiff Series Students encounter compelling, realistic situations in these high-interest readersThese stories deal with realistic and sometimes difficult situations that young adults might encounter, including returning to school, dealing with alcoholism, and choosing between family and career. Reading Level: 3Interest Level: 6-12

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Follows the life story of Louis Pasteur, from his modest beginnings to his study of chemistry and his discovery of cures for such infectious diseases as rabies and anthrax