Discusses the history of slavery in the United States and describes the work of those who fought to end slavery and ensure that African Americans received equal rights.
Profiles the life and accomplishments of the man who escaped slavery in Maryland to become a speaker and writer for the abolition of slavery and the rights of African Americans and women.
Profiles women who have influenced twentieth and twenty-first century American history in government, business, reform movements, science, journalism, the arts, literature, entertainment, and sports.
Chronicles the life of the woman who was first lady when Washington, D.C., was burned in 1814, covering her girlhood on a Virginia plantation, early years in Philadelphia, first marriage, new life mar
"Hillary Rodham Clinton's fascinating journey from a little girl in Chicago, Illinois to secretary of state for the United States and the impact she has made on women's rights and human rights within
