Books in Hip-hop Biographies series

Daring to become the first female pilot to cross the Atlantic ocean, Amelia Earhart challenged the opinions toward women of her time. Explore her life that has become an inspiration to the world.

How much do you know about Harriet Tubman? Find out the facts you need to know about this conductor on the Underground Railroad. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.

How much do you know about Franklin Roosevelt? Find out the facts you need to know about the 32nd president of the United States. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.

Highlights the career of one of the longest-running hip hop bands of all time, the Beastie Boys.

Highlights the life and career of Russell Simmons, who helped found the rap group Run-D.M.C. and the pioneering label "Def Jam Recordings."

Traces the life and political career of the thirty-seventh president, from his student days, through the Watergate scandal which cost him the presidency, to his retirement and new career as a writer

A brief biography that highlights some important events in the life of the man who was President during the Civil War.

Surveys the personal life and career of the singer, actor, and political activist

Highlights the lives and careers of the Southern rap artists, Antwan "Big Boi" Patton and Drâe "Andrâe 300" Benjamin, known as OutKast.

Brief biography about Shawn Carter, the hip-hop artist and producer known as Jay-Z.

Discusses the life of the president who guided America through such crises as the Great Depression and World War II

Highlights the life and career of rap musician Kanye West.