Books in Inspiring Lives series

Introduces the opera star Kathleen Battle, recounts her life, and explains why she is famous.

Introduces the Arizona Cardinals star Larry Fitzgerald and recounts his accomplishments on the football field and his humanitarian work.

Introduces the noted composer and ragtime musician Scott Joplin, recounts his life, and explains why he was famous.

Introduces the opera star Leontyne Price, recounts her life, and explains why she is famous.

Young baseball fans will be riveted as they learn all the stats and accomplishments of one of the sports finest players, first baseman Ryan Howard of the Philadelphia Phillies.

Reggie Bush plays for the New Orleans Saints of the NFL. He has played everything from running back and wide receiver to punt returner. Bushs career and life story are chronicled in this excellent source.

Introduces the Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Prince Fielder, whose father was also a professional baseball player, and recounts his life and his accomplishments on the baseball field.

Introduces the Orlando Magic star Dwight Howard and recounts his accomplishments on the basketball court and his humanitarian work.

An American soprano known for her silvery tone and agile voice, Kathleen Battle was a driving force in opera during the 1980s and early 1990s. This book follows Battles journey from concerts and recital performances to starring soprano roles.

Reggie Bush plays for the New Orleans Saints of the NFL. He has played everything from running back and wide receiver to punt returner. Bushs career and life story are chronicled in this excellent source.

Introduces the opera star Leontyne Price, recounts her life, and explains why she is famous.

Introduces the Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James and recounts his life and his accomplishments on the basketball court.