Biographical sketch of inventor Isaac Merrit Singer, who produced the first commercially successful sewing machine in New York, in the late 1850s.

This site provides a biographical sketch of Alexander Graham Bell and his inventions. Find out about Bell's patents in addition to the telephone.

This site provides a concise biographical sketch of the life of former Deputy Prime Minister of Iraq, Tariq Aziz, from his birth in 1936 until 2002. (October 11, 2002)

This site provides a biographical sketch of Chief Pontiac. Discusses his ties to many different Native American Tribes. Also discusses Pontiac's Rebellion.

A biographical sketch of Joseph Cinque, a leader of the Amistad Revolt. An interesting note is an observation by a phrenologist concerning his determination of Cinque's character by examining his head.

A biographical sketch of St. Gregory the Great by St. Bede the Venerable. Details of his life, his career as the Pope, and efforts to convert the English are recorded.

During this unit students will study the lives of famous African-Americans who have had an impact upon history or present day society. This interdisciplinary hands-on unit will incorporate the subjects of social studies, reading,...

Biographical sketch of Tania Leon, Cuban composer, and conductor.

Short biographical sketch of French composer, Gabriel Faure.

A succinct biographical sketch that examines contributions to the jazz and swing eras by noted musicians, band leaders, and Pennsylvania natives, Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey.

Tells the story of a young, brilliant, Russian immigrant who taunted mainstream America with her outspoken attacks on government, big business, and war.

Scieszka and Smith share details of their lives and careers at this site. There's a bit of information about a number of their books, not just "The Time Warp Trio."

A powerful summary of the life and works of Eyvind Johnson. List of his selected works provided and related links listed as well.

A profile of Patricia MacLachlin and a list of books she has written.

Patricia MacLachlan shares some information about her life in her own words. A link to her site and a list of her books are included.

The content at this site from the University of Groningen includes a brief biographical sketch of Edward Bellamy (1850-1897 CE) who is most famous for his work "Looking Backward, 2000-1887."

Brief biographical sketch of Mary Rowlandson, with an emphasis on her role in American literature.

Leslie Marmon Silko is highlighted on a site titled "distinguished women of past and present." Presents a brief biographical sketch of Leslie Marmon Silko and a description of her career as a writer. Related links provided.

For a quick biographical sketch and full text of some more famous poems, along with book recommendations, this is a useful site.

Brief biographical sketch, full text of a number of more famous poems, and a suggested book for further reading are all included here.

A brief biographical sketch, and the full text of three poems, along with a recommendation for a print book are offered here.

Useful mostly for its full text of several poems, this site includes a short biographical sketch, and book recommendation as well.

While he's better known as a novelist, Sir Walter Scott also wrote poetry. Here are a number of poems in full text, along with a brief biographical sketch.

Three of the famous satirist's poems are included here in full text, along with a brief biographical sketch and a recommended book for further reading.