This intriguing biography provides a balanced portrait of Martha Stewart's professional and personal life, from her childhood as the oldest daughter in a family of six children to her brief career as a securities trader, to becoming a bestselling author in the 1980s and CEO of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia in the 1990s.
This book offers a revealing look at Barack Obama, the Democratic nominee for the 2008 presidency, from the perspective of quotations by and about Obama on his heritage and family, state and national politics, his run for the presidency, the issues of the day, community activism and service, and thoughts on race and faith.
This comprehensive biography of Pope Benedict XVI emphasizes his theological positions and contributions as a theologian.
Pope Benedict XVI: A Biography is an incisive exploration of the life and career of the current head of the Roman Catholic Church, with an emphasis on his theological positions and contributions as a theologian. Written by a Catholic priest who is an expert on Bavarian theology, the book looks at Benedict's family life, his...
Traces the events of Barack Obama's life, from his upbringing in humble circumstances to becoming a presidential candidate. This volume highlights the hardships and successes, the people who most influenced his career, his personal life, and his rise to popular icon status. It includes photos, a timeline, a bibliography, and an index.
