Most Popular Books by Robin S Doak

A biography of John Smith, the British explorer and leader who helped allow Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in North American, to survive.

A biography of Vasco da Gama, the Portugese seaman who traveled to India in search of spices and other riches.

A brief biography of the life and career of the eighth president of the United States.

A brief biography of the African-American woman whose cruel experiences as a slave in the South led her to seek freedom in the North for herself and for others through the Underground Railroad.

Looks as the life of Malala Yousafzai, a young Pakistani woman who was shot by the Taliban for sharing her views about education for and the unfair treatment of girls and women and won the Nobel Peace Prize.

A biography discussing the personal life, education, and political career of the twentieth President of the United States, James Garfield.

Introduces the life and career of the Duchess of Cambridge.

A biography of Hillary Rodham Clinton, former First Lady of the United States, Senator, presidential candidate, and Secretary of State.

Explore the lives of some of the most important leaders and innovators in recent history with this exciting new True Book series. Fascinating text details the life stories and accomplishments of these world-changing figures, while photos provide visual context. Readers are also encouraged to think critically about these people''s achievements and how they continue to affect our world today. Key Features: Clear text details the life stories of some of the most important leaders and thinkers of our time Sidebars and timelines provide context for the importance of the subjects'' incredible achievements Glossaries clarify important words used in each book Photos and illustrations show how the book''s subjects have grown and changed throughout their lives Additional content for further learning on this subject available at www.factsfornow.scholastic.com

Cornerstones of Freedom, Third Series-Bringing History to Life Even before the first glorious ring of the Liberty Bell, America was a land of freedom and promise. Read about what makes our country and form of government so great that it has inspired people from all over the world to start life anew here, endure the economic and social upheavals, and defend the land and rights that are unique to the United States of America.

A biography of the thirty-second president, who led the United States during the Depression and World War II.

Meet some of the most fascinating people who play a part in the history of the United States. Take a walk along the journey of their lives, learning about their childhoods, their families, and the people and events that inspired them. Read about the contributions these individuals made not only to the United States but also to the world and the legacies they left behind.

After escaping from slavery when she was a young woman, Harriet Tubman devoted herself to helping others do the same. Readers will discover how Tubman became the most famous conductor on the Underground Railroad, rescuing her family members and dozens of others from plantations in the south and helping them reach safety in the north.