In this engrossing biography, Richard Bassett traces Maria Theresa’s life and complex legacy. Drawing on hitherto unpublished sources, Bassett reveals her keen sense of moderation and tolerance, innovative ideas on free trade and finance, and studied reluctance to resort to policies of territorial expansion.
1 The first biography of Radisson was Grace Lee Nute, Caesars of the Wilderness: Médard Chouart, Sieur des Groseilliers and Pierre-Esprit Radisson, – (New York, ). Nute worked as curator of manuscripts at the Minnesota Historical Society, and professor at Hamline University in St Paul.
This historic work reveals the inner spiritual life of one of the most beloved and important religious figures in history--Mother Teresa. During her lifelong service to the poorest of the poor, Mother Teresa became an icon of compassion to people of all religions; her extraordinary contributions to the care of the sick, the dying, and thousands of others nobody else was prepared to look after.
William Wallace Biography William Wallace ( – ) was a Scottish knight who rose to prominence leading the Scottish revolt against the rule of English under King Edward I. William Wallace was one of the main leaders of the Scottish Independence Wars of the Thirteenth Century; after his death, he attained iconic status as a rebel leader.
Elementary Book Reports Made Easy An easy one-page pdf download of a book report worksheet that would be good for elementary students. Printable Book Report Forms (Non-Fiction, Fiction, Biography, Mystery & Fable) You have lots of different options for book report templates.
Historic moments from Mandela's inspiring life are captured in more than one hundred iconic photos from the mids through August Six key Mandela speeches are included, as well as an informative text.
Mr. van Daan (Hermann van Pels) was gassed to death in Auschwitz in the fall of Mrs. van Daan (Auguste van Pels) also died, although the details of her death are unknown. Peter van Daan (Peter van Pels) was taken to the Mautheausen concentration camp in Austria, where he died on May 5, , three days before the camp was liberated.
In Breaking Free, Herschel tells his story -- from the joys and hardships of childhood to his explosive impact on college football to his remarkable professional career. And he gives voice and hope to those suffering from DID.
Biography Report Form. To help direct their learning, encourage your tween to use this biography report template. It’s a wonderful tool that will help them dive deeper into the life of an extraordinary person and learn how to organize research material. Middle School Biography Books. A biography is the perfect type of book for inquisitive kids.
Dr. Lokendra Pal is an EJ Woody Rice Professor of Sustainable Materials and Engineering in the Department of Forest Biomaterials at North Carolina State University.
An in-depth exploration of Sigourney Weaver's life and career: Dive into her iconic roles, lesser-known projects, and her journey from stage to screen. A candid look beyond the Hollywood persona: Discover the values, passions, and causes that shaped Sigourney's life outside the spotlight.
New year, new stories—begin your journey today! From s Memphis to present-day Chicago, this sweeping novel explores the Negro Baseball Leagues through a player's great-granddaughter uncovering her family's story—and her own. Ervand Abrahamian is the author of Tortured Confessions, Khomeinism, and Iran Between Two Revolutions.
Autobiography of Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya in which he details the very first meeting with his guru Sri Sarveshwaranand who lived in an astral body; his journey to the Himalayas and his meeting with the Sapt Rishis (Seven Rishis) and other Himalayan Yogis; as well as the aim with which he set up the Shantikunj ashram and founded the Gayatri.
Lovinly called "TOASTY" (as her mother used to eat lots of toast during her pregnancy days) belongs to a Punjabi brahmin him family, who is very cute and loving. Her father is a share broker and very open minded person and mother is a homemaker.
Sue Thomas was born in Boardman, Ohio in and became deaf at just 18 months old. Through speech therapy she became very skilled lip reading. In fact, she was so skilled that in Thomas became a lip reader for the FBI, conducting undercover work and helping to solve many high profile cases.
Independent Filmmaker Farjad Nabi and TV, Theatre and Film Actress Samiya Mumtaz will present on "New Cinema in Pakistan" as part of the Spring South Asia Seminar Series, "Independence at 70 () - History, Erasures & Creativity." A light reception will precede the event at 3pm. This talk is FREE! and open to the public. Sponsored by: The Wilson Chair in Pakistan StudiesSouth Asia.
Rudolf Caracciola and Niklas Lilja are more than just drivers; they are pioneers who dared to push the limits of speed. Their courage and skill are as much a part of these records as the cars themselves. Similarly, the engineers, designers, and teams behind the W Rekordwagen and the Agera RS deserve recognition.
Mary I (born February 18, , Greenwich, near London, England—died November 17, , London) was the first queen to rule England (–58) in her own right. She was known as Bloody Mary for her persecution of Protestants in a vain attempt to restore Roman Catholicism in England.