Books in People to Know series

Profiles the bandleader on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and describes his musical career

Discusses the life and accomplishments of Ansel Adams, including the care he took in the outdoors to ensure the best photographs, and the equal care he took in the darkroom to obtain first-quality prints.

A biography of the author of such books as "Green Eggs and Ham" and "The Cat in the Hat."

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.

Presents the life and career of Ron Howard who gained fame as a young actor starring in television shows and went on to become a film director and producer.

Examines the life and career of the American architect, detailing the evolution of his innovative design and the structures which won him fame around the world

Relates the life of the master of animation and founder of Disneyland including both personal and professional endeavors.

Presents a biography of the math whiz kid who grew up to co-found Microsoft, the world's leading computer software firm

Tracks the life and career of violoncellist Yo-Yo Ma, a child prodigy who grew to become world famous for his playing ability, as well as for experimenting with different kinds of music and performance.

A biography which covers the life and professional work of the man whose numerous missions to study the ocean floor led to the discovery of the wreck of the Titanic.

Describes how the Cherokee leader's early years on the reservation followed by growing up in California caused her to get involved in Native American issues and to become the first woman Cherokee chief

Explores the life and accomplishments of astronaut Neil Armstrong, from his childhood in Ohio through his years with NASA, including his famous moon landing and other space flights.