David Colbert
Author
Pub. Date
2009
Formats
Description
This YA biography of the former First Lady considers her journey from Chicago to the White House in the larger context of African American history.
Michelle Obama grew up on Chicago's South Side, and while the world outside her door was chaotic and ever-changing, her family provided a stable environment in which she could grow and flourish. This biography of the former First Lady shows how a girl from a working class...
Michelle Obama grew up on Chicago's South Side, and while the world outside her door was chaotic and ever-changing, her family provided a stable environment in which she could grow and flourish. This biography of the former First Lady shows how a girl from a working class...
Author
Pub. Date
2005
Description
This book explores the myths, legends, and history behind Lewis's beloved Narnia series. Discover the medieval lore and ancient myths that inspired Lewis, and trace Narnia's origins to the Bible, the tales of King Arthur, and various corners of history. This is a passport to the undiscovered corners of Narnia-and the essential guide to one of the most wondrous adventures of all time.
Pub. Date
1998
Description
"Reveals that the classic "Old West" is just part of a 500-year history in which the first conquistadors are intimately connected to the men who created Silicon Valley. Seamlessly, these eyewitness reports tie the Old West's shifting frontier with the modern West's evolving social patterns"--Cover.