Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Julian Bond
Relates biographical information on the life and career of politician and civil rights activist, Julian Bond. He was one of the founders of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee.
PBS
New Perspectives on the West: Antonio Lopez De Santa Anna, Mexican Leader
Part of a larger website on the American West, this page provides a biography of Mexican general Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna (1794-1876).
Other
Colonial Hall: Biography of Alexander Hamilton
Detailed biographical information on one of our founding fathers, Alexander Hamilton. He was a signer of the Constitution, a General, and a co-author of The Federalist Papers.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Biography of Amer: A Different Perspective on Progressivism
Read this thought-provoking overview by historian Waldo E. Martin of progressivism as seen from the perspective of African Americans, Native Americans, and new Asian immigrants.
John F. Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center: Biography of George Carlin
Explores the life and career of award winning comedian, television and film actor, and New York Times best selling author, George Carlin, who passed away on June 22, 2008.
Mr. Nussbaum
Mr. Nussbaum: Hernando De Soto Biography for Kids
Information about de Soto's life and explorations in the New World.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Nancy Hart
This lengthy biography of Nancy Morgan Hart provides an excellent set of information with links to additional information on one of the most famous women patriots. Images of this important Georgian can be found here as well.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Jimmy Carter
Biographical information about President Jimmy Carter from his boyhood though his political career within the state of Georgia as well as his domestic and foreign affairs during his term as President of the United States. Information is...
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: James Brown (Ca. 1933 2006)
Hear you can find biographical information on the life and career of Grammy winning artist and Hall of Famer James Brown, who was known as the "The Godfather of Soul". He was renowned for his shouting vocal style and frenetic dancing.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: James Longstreet (1821 1904)
Insightful biographical information on the life and career of James Longstreet who played a prominent role in the Civil War.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Abraham Baldwin (1754 1807)
An excellent informative biography on Abraham Baldwin who was a delegate to the Constitutional Convention, founder of the University of Georgia, a member of the Georgia State Legislature and U.S. House of Representatives, and a U.S....
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: James Dickey
A fairly meaty biography of the writer, James Dickey, as well as a discussion of his work. The article also includes a suggested reading list.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Erskine Caldwell (1903 1987)
This detailed biography site includes a brief analysis of the writer's work, as well as a list of suggested readings.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Pat Conroy (1945 2016
Famous novelist Pat Conroy is profiled at this site. Along with biographical information, it includes a brief discussion of his work. A suggested reading list follows.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Anne Rivers Siddons (B. 1936)
Native Georgian Anne Rivers Siddons writes about Southerners in all her novels. This site features a biography of the prolific writer, as well as a brief discussion of her work. A suggested reading list is also included.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Carson Mc Cullers
Read this detailed biography of Carson McCullers, writer of "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter," to gain a better understanding of her life and works. Article includes a suggested reading list.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Alice Walker
A good balance of biographical information and commentary on Alice Walker's work. Includes a suggested reading list.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Roy Blount, Jr. (B. 1941)
Leading humorist Roy Blount is profiled on this page. The brief biography is followed by an even shorter list of suggested readings. Good for a quick look at the writer, rather than his work.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Conrad Aiken (1889 1973)
An interesting biography of the writer is offered at this site. There is little to no discussion of his work, however. The site does include a list of suggested readings.
PBS
New Perspectives on the West: N. Scott Momaday: Keeper of the Flame
PBS web page featuring quotes and biographical information on this Native American author & professor. Includes a jolly photograph!
PBS
New Perspectives on the West: Samuel Clemens
This PBS site provides a very good biography of Samuel Clemens/Mark Twain (1835-1910) with emphasis put on the time he spent in the west. Also includes a photo.
Other
The New Being by Tillich
Online text, essential a theology text, complete with biography at the end. A download screen will pop up, but it can be ignored without harming the text.
Other
New Bedford Historical Society: Lewis Temple
Biography of African-American Lewis Temple, whose toggle iron radically improved the harpoon used by whalers in the 19th century.
BBC
Bbc: Alexander the Great: Hunting for a New Past
What kind of man was Alexander the Great? We are familiar with many of his achievements, but has he been over-romanticized? This summary focuses on his personality traits and includes a timeline and biography for further research.