Books in People in the News series

This title in Lucent's People In The News Series describes the life and career of Pope Francis. The book details the Pope's humble beginnings, how he became a priest and bishop, and eventually Pope of the Catholic Church. It discusses his family and what he is doing to change the image of the Catholic Church.People in the News Lucent's contemporary biography series profiles the lives and careers of some of today's most prominent newsmakers. Whether covering contributions and achievements or notorious deeds, books in this series examine why these well-known personages garnered public attention.•Offering insight into the lives of people who have made an impact in the modern era, People in the News volumes are sure to be of interest to students researching current topics and popular culture. • Through quotations from the individual profiled as well as from friends, supporters, and critics, readers learn how these men and women view themselves as well as how other regard them. • Each book in this series includes sidebars, photographs, annotated bibliographies, timelines, and comprehensive indexes.

Jessica Simpson and her husband, Nick Lachey, were considered average entertainers until they bared their everyday lives to the world through the television show "Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica." The show boosted their popularity, but it also complicated their lives. Along with fame has come tension, as they juggle demanding careers while trying to hold their marriage together.

This contemporary biography series profiles the lives of some of today's most prominent newsmakers; whether covering contributions and achievements or notorious deeds, books in this series examine why these well-known people garner public attention.; This title covers the life of actress, director, and philanthropist Angelina Jolie. The book delves into her childhood, her difficulty with her parents' divorce, and her evolution as an award-winning actress. The title also describes her work as a humanit; Offering insight into the lives of people who have made an impact in the modern era, People in the News volumes are sure to be of interest to students researching current topics and popular culture. Through quotations from the individual profiled as well

"Lin-Manuel Miranda is one of the most accomplished entertainers working today. From his Broadway hit Hamilton to Oscar-nominated songs from Moana, Miranda is fast becoming a household name. This volume, featuring annotated quotes, vibrant photographs, sidebars, and a detailed timeline, follows Miranda from his early life in New York to the stage and screen work that has earned him such great acclaim. Including stories from his childhood, the writing process of In the Heights and Hamilton, and his time working on Mary Poppins Returns, this book will spark any reader to take a shot at their dreams" --from the publisher.

This contemporary biography series profiles the lives of some of today's most prominent newsmakers; whether covering contributions and achievements or notorious deeds, books in this series examine why these well-known people garner public attention.; This book is a biography of athlete Shaun White. To sports fans the world over, the name Shaun White is synonymous with snowboarding. The two-time Olympic gold medalist is the most successful snowboarder in the history of the sport, earning more than $10 ; Offering insight into the lives of people who have made an impact in the modern era, People in the News volumes are sure to be of interest to students researching current topics and popular culture. Through quotations from the individual profiled as well

This contemporary biography series profiles the lives of some of today's most prominent newsmakers; whether covering contributions and achievements or notorious deeds, books in this series examine why these well-known people garner public attention.; This book covers the life and career of celebrity Ryan Gosling; from his start on The New Mickey Mouse Club to his starring role in the film Gangster Squad. The book traces Gosling's childhood in Canada to his rise as a Hollywood leading man. It also talk; Offering insight into the lives of people who have made an impact in the modern era, People in the News volumes are sure to be of interest to students researching current topics and popular culture. Through quotations from the individual profiled as well

This contemporary biography series profiles the lives of some of today's most prominent newsmakers; whether covering contributions and achievements or notorious deeds, books in this series examine why these well-known people garner public attention.; ; Offering insight into the lives of people who have made an impact in the modern era, People in the News volumes are sure to be of interest to students researching current topics and popular culture. Through quotations from the individual profiled as well