Essential Lives

See how Abraham Lincoln shaped the world, impacted humanity, and changed the course of history.

Essential Lives introduces the people who have shaped the world, impacted humanity, and changed the course of history.

Profiles the life and career of the writer Amy Tan.

"This biography examines the life of Anne Frank using easy-to-read, compelling text. Through striking historical photographs and informative sidebars, readers will learn about Frank's family background, education, and harrowing experiences during the Holocaust. " -- Provided by publisher.

See how Benjamin Franklin impacted humanity, shaped the world, and changed the course of history.

"Learn about Christian evangelist Billy Graham, what he taught, controversies around his teachings and actions, his role in American politics, and his influence in people's lives" -- From publisher's description.

Cesar Chavez: Crusader for Labor Rights.

This title examines the remarkable life of Che Guevara. Readers will learn about Guevara's family background, childhood, education, and groundbreaking work as a revolutionary fighting against poverty. Color photos, a detailed map, and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text.

"This title examines the life and career of the businessman and political outsider who became president of the United States. Elected in 2016, Trump inspired both passionate support and heated opposition during his time in office. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO."--Provided...

This biography examines the life of Edward Snowden using easy-to-read, compelling text. Through striking contemporary photographs and informative sidebars, readers will learn about Snowden's early life, education, and experiences as a government whistleblower. Informative sidebars enhance and support the text. Features include a table of contents, timeline, facts page, glossary, bibliography, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...