Most Popular Books by Beverly Gherman

Who were the moms behind the U.S. presidents? Get the scoop in this amusing picture book featuring mini biographies about presidential moms. Full of fun facts and embarrassing childhood stories, written in a snappy style by celebrated nonfiction auth

As the artist behind the beloved Peanuts comic strip for more than 50 years, Charles Schulz—arguably the most famous cartoonist in the world—created a colorful cast of characters that continues to bring humor and comfort to millions of readers. In this distinctively designed yet highly accessible book, renowned children''s biographer Beverly Gherman traces both the life events that shaped Schulz''s art and the various ways in which art influenced his life in return. Acclaimed by artists ranging from Andrew Wyeth to Mo Willems, the artistic elements of Schulz''s work are brought to life in a colorful layout and thoroughly explored in an enchanting text that will draw in even the most reluctant readers.

This full-color biography describes the life and work of the popular American artist who depicted both traditional and contemporary subjects, including children, family scenes, astronauts, and the poor.

Profiles former peanut farmer, Georgia governor, and United States president Jimmy Carter, including his ongoing promotion of social justice and human rights around the world.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the sixth president of the United States.

Explores the life and career of Anne Morrow Lindbergh, including her marriage to Charles Lindbergh, flying experiences, and success as an author.

Narrates the life of the Scottish author who showed an early talent for writing and produced adventure stories including "Treasure Island."

Describes the life of the popular author of poems, essays, short stories for adults, and books for children.

"A reverential, chronological history of a major American painter. Gherman tells O''Keeffe''s story from infancy to old age. . . . This is the story of a very strong woman, a pioneer in the sense of her singular vision and the courage to be lead by it".--School Library Journal. 26 black-and-white photos.

A biography that follows Sandra Day O''Connor from her childhood on an Arizona ranch, through her days as a young lawyer, to her appointment as the first female to be named to the Supreme Court.

The life and accomplishments of the choreographer, dancer, and author best known for the ballets she created on American themes and for the choreography of the musical "Oklahoma."

Revered throughout the world for his majestic photographs of towering mountain ranges, sheer cliffs, and incredible vistas, Ansel Adams led a rich life inspired by the miracles of nature. Ansel Adams: America''s Photographer takes us from the earth-quake that broke his nose to the valley that shaped his world, revealing the humorous, artistic, and thoughtful personality behind his legendary work.

Describes the work of Wilhelm Roentgen, the German physicist who won the first Nobel Prize in Physics in 1901 for his discovery of X rays.