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Describes the life and work of the prolific African-American author who wrote stories, plays, essays, and articles, recorded black folklore, and was involved in the Harlem Renaissance.

The life story of U.S. president Franklin D. Roosevelt, a brilliant leader who united the American people during perilous times and proved to the world that his physical disability could not prevent him from achieving greatness.

Traces the life of the internationally acclaimed musician and composer who helped popularize jazz music.

A biography of the actor who found fame playing Superman in the movies and took on a new role as activist after becoming a quadriplegic.

Explores the history of civil engineering and the advancements made in the field, looking at the Panama Canal, bridges, skyscrapers, and more.

Explores projects that supply water to impoverished areas, structures in the Netherlands that hold back the Atlantic Ocean, and the cleanup of contaminated areas. Also examines the engineers who made these projects a reality and traces the history of the discipline. Includes sidebars, photos, a glossary, a hands-on project and career-planning chart.

An examination of the history of aerospace engineering that explores the Saturn V moon rocket, the International Space Station, and the world's largest passenger jet.

Examines the lives of women inventors who changed the world, including Lise Meitner, Hedy Lamarr, and Laurie Tandrup.