Books in Trailblazers of the Modern World series

A biography of the man whose vision of the computer industry changed the way people live and work, and who now plans to improve the world with the billions he has earned from Microsoft.

A biography of the legendary boxer, who began his career as Cassius Clay, discussing his prowess in the ring, his conversion to Islam and opposition to the Vietnam War, and his life after boxing.

Presents a biography of the black South African leader who became a civil rights activist, political prisoner, and president of South Africa.

Explores the life and career of the legendary athlete and humanitarian who became the first Latin American baseball player inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

Presents a biography of the black South African leader who became a civil rights activist, political prisoner, and president of South Africa.

Describes the life of the pilot who, in 1932, was the first woman to fly alone across the Atlantic Ocean, and who was later lost at sea while attempting to fly around the world.

A biography of the talk-show host who has used her popular television program to venture into publishing, music, movies, and education.

Text with sidebars, photographs, and a timeline chronicle the life of the first African-American appointed to the position of Secretary of State through his sixty-seventh birthday in 2004.

A biography of Anne Frank, including the historical events which forced her to hide with her family in an attic in Nazi-occupied Holland for two years.

A complete translation of People to Know, Gente Que Hay Que Conocer is a series of biographies designed for beginning readers. Each book introduces one of the most important individuals in recent times and explains what makes her or him so remarkable. Historic photos and easy-to-read text help readers understand each person's life and times.

Presents the life and career of the baseball legend who became the first African American to play in the major leagues.

Explores the life and career of the renowned trumpeter and bandleader of the jazz era.