Kathleen Tracy

In this biography of Cézanne , learn what influenced his art and his actions, and find out why he is still important today.

For almost three thousand years, The Iliad and The Odyssey have thrilled people with tales of adventure in ancient Greece. The stories of Helen and Paris, the Greek gods, the Trojan War, Achilles and of Odysseus ten year quest to return home after the war are known all over the world among all cultures. But so much about the life of the man responsible for those epic poems remains a mystery that for a while some scholars doubted he even really existed....

Constantine is considered one of the most influential leaders of the Roman Empire. He spent his childhood in humble surroundings raised by a single mother before reuniting with his father Constantius, a powerful military leader who eventually co-governed the Empire. Known as a brave soldier, Constantine followed in his father s military footsteps and earned a reputation as a natural leader. His victory at Milvian Bridge against Emperor Licinius in...

Traces the life and four-decade career of the esteemed African-American film star, discussing such topics as his southern childhood, his near-decision to leave acting, and his rise to Hollywood's A-list.

Mrs. Woods introduces her students to their new pet, a hamster named Hamlet, and teaches them how to take care of him.

An introduction to the geography, people, and customs of Brazil.

Biography of the young American spy who was executed by the British during the Revolutionary War.

Assisted by a herpetologist, Ms. Robb introduces her students to their new pet, a box turtle named Franklin, and teaches them how to take care of turtles.