Describes the life of the famous Confederate general of the Civil War.

Discusses the life and work of the inventor who developed the steamboat and made it a commercial success.

Traces the life of the wife of the first president of the United States, from her childhood in Virginia through her marriage to George Washington to her role in the American Revolution and the early years of the new country's history.

Traces the life of the renowned bandit, from his childhood in Missouri, through his years as guerilla fighter and outlaw, exploring the development of his legend and the romanticization of his illegal deeds.

Examines the life and career of Harry Houdini, whose dramatic style, skill at staying in the news, and determination to continually invent new escapes made him one of the most famous magicians of all time.

A biography of the wife of the sixteenth president of the United States, discussing her upbringing, marriage, her role in Lincoln's political career, and the tragedies that marred her life.

Traces the path of the Wright brothers as they pursued their dream of changing the world of transportation.

Examines the life and illegal exploits of Billy the Kid, an infamous bandit of the Old West.

Recounts the life of the markswoman and performer who achieved fame with Buffalo Bill Cody's Wild West Show.

Traces the life of the frontier settler and Texas defender who died in the attack on the Alamo, including information on his early days and his effect on American frontier culture.