Explore Cleopatra VII’s life in 20 illustrated pages, from Egypt’s throne and Roman alliances to Actium, her dynasty and the evidence behind the legend.
Explore Beethoven’s life in 20 illustrated pages, from Bonn and Vienna to the Eroica, gradual hearing loss and the Ninth Symphony.
An illustrated Nelson Mandela biography, from the Eastern Cape and the anti-apartheid struggle to prison, democracy and a lifetime of service.
Explore William Shakespeare’s life in 20 illustrated pages, from Stratford and the Globe to his plays, poetry, and the First Folio.
Explore Leonardo da Vinci’s life in a 20-page illustrated biography, from Florence and The Last Supper to Mona Lisa, notebooks and unfinished inventions.
From sky observations in Khwarazm to Sanskrit scholarship and a mountain above the plain, follow Al-Biruni’s search for knowledge across languages and political upheaval.
From Eatonville porches to Harlem and Caribbean fieldwork, follow Zora Neale Hurston’s writing, research and independent artistic voice.
From a family fossil business to remarkable marine-reptile discoveries, follow Mary Anning’s skill, friendships and search for recognition on the Dorset coast.
From childhood lessons to the Heian court, follow Murasaki Shikibu’s learning, family life and the inner worlds of The Tale of Genji.
From Chicago workrooms to French airfields and American airshows, Bessie Coleman pursues flight and a wider path into aviation for Black students.
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