Describes the life of Walt Disney, from his childhood on a Missouri farm through his years as a cartoonist and filmmaker to his creation of his Magic Kingdoms in California and Florida.
Introduces the life of the sixteenth president of the United States, who presided over the Union during the Civil War and issued the Emancipation Proclamation.
Introduces the life of the Virginian who was the military leader of the colonies during the Revolution before becoming the first president of the United States.
A biography of the African American woman who escaped from slavery, led slaves to freedom on the Underground Railroad, aided Northern troops during the Civil War, and worked for women's suffrage.
Recounts the life of America's first president, including his youth in Virginia, military career, role in the formation of an independent nation, and leadership of that new country.
A biography of the Baptist minister and civil rights leader whose philosophy and practice of nonviolent civil disobedience helped American blacks win many battles for equal rights.
Portrays the daily life of Queen Elizabeth, from her childhood as niece of the crown prince to her response to Princess Diana's death, and looks at the prospects for the future of the monarchy.
Introduces the life and work of composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, whose works include "The Marriage of Figaro, " "The Jupiter Symphony, " and "The Magic Flute."
Biography of Hillary Rodham Clinton, wife of President William Clinton, who is famous in her own right as a lawyer, a mother, a political activist, and now the most powerful First Lady in history.