Robin S Doak

This book takes an engaging look at the work of ground-breaking conservationist, Dian Fossey, and her work with mountain gorillas. It covers Fossey's inspiration, her methods, findings, and the impact of her work in Africa.

A young, sickly Phillis Wheatley was brought to Massachusetts as a slave. She grew up in two worlds treated well and educated but still enslaved. In her short life she wrote nearly 150 poems and became the first African-American poet to publish a book. She died alone and in poverty, but her poems live on. They provide a unique perspective on life in colonial America in the late 1700s.

"At the age of 11, Malala Yousafzai began writing a blog in support of education for girls in Pakistan. As the blog gained popularity and Yousafzai became famous, she faced opposition from religious extremists who were against womens right to education. Readers will discover how Yousafzai stood her ground against terrorist activists, even after being shot for her beliefs. They will also learn how Yousafzai achieved international recognition and how...

Explores Harriet Tubman's life story, including how Tubman became the most famous conductor on the Underground Railroad, rescuing her family members and dozens of others from plantations in the South, and helping them reach safety in the North.

Presents the history, geography, people, politics and government, economy, social life and customs, state events and attractions, and notable people of Hawaii.

Learn about the life of this famous early historian.

A passion for politics -- Early years -- The young politician -- Onto the national scene -- The President's right-hand man -- A difficult presidency -- Defeat and retirement.

A biography of the thirtieth president of the United States, discussing his personal life, education, and political career.

Profiles the life of the fifteenth-century explorer who opened up the Americas to the Europeans.