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Books in People's History series

  • Martin Luther King Jr.

    Thomas Siebold

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Pr, Jan. 1, 2000)
    Profiles King's early life, his social and political ideologies, his role in the civil rights movement, and his legacy
  • People Who Made History Native Americans

    Jason Hook, Richard Hook

    Library Binding (Heinemann/Raintree, Jan. 1, 2001)
    Provides brief biographies of important Native American figures, including Pocahontas, Tecumseh, Sequoyah, Sacagasea, Geronimo, Crazy Horse, and Sitting Bull.
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  • The Beatles

    David M. Haugen

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, Jan. 2, 2004)
    A collection of articles discuss the history and influence of the group, covering such topics as the Beatles' tour of Australia and New Zealand, the impact of their film "A Hard Day's Night," and the rumor of Paul McCartney's death.
  • Malcolm X

    Jason Hunter

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, July 18, 2003)
    Essays discuss the life and accomplishments of the Black Muslim leader, including his childhood, imprisonment, his association with the Nation of Islam, and his assassination.
  • George Washington

    Karen Price Hossell

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, July 7, 2003)
    A collection of articles discuss the life and accomplishments of America's first president.
  • Cesar Chavez

    Michelle E. Houle

    Hardcover (Greenhaven, Feb. 6, 2003)
    From humble beginnings as a migrant laborer, César Chávez stood up against unscrupulous growers and championed the rights of farm workers. His efforts led to the founding of a union that fought to improve the lives of its poor and uneducated members.
  • People Who Made History in Ancient Rome

    Patricia Levy, Richard Hook

    Library Binding (Heinemann/Raintree, Jan. 1, 2001)
    Provides information about ancient Rome and profile the lives of nine famous Romans: Tarquin, Spartacus, Julius Caesar, Virgil, Julia Augusta, Agrippina, Hadrian, Marcus Aurelius, and Constantine.
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  • Elvis Presley

    James D. Torr

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Pr, June 1, 2001)
    Chronicles the life and legacy of Elvis, from his birth in Mississippi through his music career, his time in the army, his marriage, and his induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
  • Mikhail Gorbachev

    Tom Head

    Paperback (Greenhaven, April 9, 2003)
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  • People Who Made History - Elvis Presley

    James D. Torr

    Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, June 5, 2001)
    Before Elvis, rock and roll was just another musical fad. Ever since, it has been a social force--the voice of young America. This anthology traces the Elvis's emergence as one of the most popular entertainers in history and discusses his lasting influence on American culture.
  • George W. Bush

    Cheryl Fisher Phibbs

    Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Sept. 22, 2003)
    Essays discuss the life and political career of the forty-third president, a former Texas governor and the son of a former president, exploring how terrorism redefined the presidency.
  • People Who Made History - Susan B. Anthony

    Brenda Stalcup

    Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Dec. 14, 2001)
    The most prominent suffragist in America, Susan B. Anthony was instrumental in winning the right to vote for women. This anthology explores the influences that led Anthony to devote her life to the cause of women's rights, as well as her achievements as the leader of the suffrage movement.