Quite a few of Robert Herrick's many poems are included here in full text. A brief biographical sketch can be found here as well.

A few of Andrew Marvell's poems are offered here in full text, along with a very brief biographical sketch.

Some of Milton's shorter verse is offered here, along with a biographical sketch.

Four poems by the Welsh poet, and a brief biographical sketch are offered here.

While everyone remembers Chaucer's "Canterbury Tales" few have read his shorter works. Three of his poems are available on this site, along with a brief biographical sketch.

Brief biographical sketch of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the second woman appointed to the Supreme Court.

This site from ScienceWorld contains a short but factual biographical sketch of the life of the American astronomer, Edwin Hubble. Links are provided throughout for additional information on related subjects.

Provides a short biographical sketch of Robert Hooke and describes his most notable scientific discoveries, contributions, and associations.

Short biographical sketch of each current member of the US Supreme Court.

This ScienceWorld site provides a short biographical sketch of Albert Michelson and describes his most notable scientific discoveries and contributions. Several links are provided for additional information as well.

This ScienceWorld site provides a short biographical sketch of Christiaan Huygens and describes his most notable scientific discoveries and contributions. Links are provided throughout for additional information as well.

This site from ScienceWorld provides a short biographical sketch of Augustin Fresnel (1788-1827 CE) and describes his most notable scientific discoveries and contributions. Links are provided throughout for additional information.

A biographical sketch of Lajos Kossuth; the Hungarian leader who fought Austria for Hungarian independence in 1848.

This site from the North Park University provides a brief biographical sketch of pianist Frederick Chopin describes briefly the Polish nationalist themes in his compositions.

Wikipedia offers a biographical sketch of James Prescott Joule discusses his contributions to the world of science, including the conservation of energy.

Biographical sketch of Joseph Stalin and his tyrannical, brutal reign of the Soviet Union during WWII until his death in 1953.

This biographical sketch of Don Freeman highlights his musical career to becoming a famous author and illustrator. Freeman is a popular children's literature author.

This site is a brief biographical sketch on Henry Ford and includes links to topics related to mass production (such as the moving assembly line).

Expectations of being a butcher, requirements,understanding of the beef market, and more are discovered in this biographical sketch of butcher, Charles Delahunt.

Illustrated biographical sketch of the prince consort of Queen Victoria, Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha.

Critical background information, as well as a biographical sketch and discussion questions are offered here by the publisher.

An excellent biographical sketch of Mary McLeod Bethune. It is followed by comprehension questions: multiple choice, short answer and extended response, with immediate feedback. Printable version available from the home page menu or site...

The U.S. Department of Labor provides a portrait and a biography of the man who served as Wilson's Secretary of Labor from 1913-1921. William B. Wilson is given a brief biographical sketch, with good factual information being provided.

A short biographical sketch of the life and work of Ole Roemer (1652-1719 CE). Identifies his scientific discoveries and contributions in astronomy.