Examines the life and accomplishments of eighteenth-century Austrian composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a child prodigy who wrote over eight hundred pieces of music before his death at age thirty-five.

Briefly recounts the French painter's development, along with other fellow artists, of a new type of painting known as Impressionism.

Traces the life of the internationally acclaimed musician and composer who helped popularize jazz music. The author/illustrator of the highly successful Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists series lends his creative talents to another fun, informative series, this one featuring world-famous composers. Venezia's clever mix of historical photos, his own tongue-in-cheek cartoon illustrations, and factual biographical text combine to present the...

Photographs, illustrations, cartoons, and text combine to examine the life and accomplishments of seventeenth-century German composer George Frideric Handel, creator of the oratorio "Messiah."

An introduction to the life and work of the twentieth-century physicist whose theory of relativity revolutionized scientific thinking.

Briefly examines the life and work of the twentieth-century American artist known for her paintings of flowers and presents examples of her art.

Discusses the life of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, including her childhood, her art, and her marriage to Diego Rivera.

Clever illustrations and story lines give children a light yet realistic overview of the Beatles and their music.

Traces the life of the Impressionist painter and analyzes some of his paintings.

Clever illustrations and story lines, together with full-color reproductions of Dali's actual works, give children a light yet realistic overview of Leonardo DaVinci's life and style.