We may know about a famous person's accomplishments, but what do we know about THEM? What is the human-interest story in THEIR lives? This biography collection features the stories behind the lives of some famous (and not-so-famous) individuals.
Days before his murder, President Lincoln recounts a dream he had about his own assassination.
Thomas Jefferson begins practicing law at age 24.
As he develops an early interest in art, Van Gogh desires to help others as a teacher, pastor, and bookseller.
Vincent thrives in the warmth of Arles, and his work reflects this, although it still does not sell.
Even as a young man, Albert Schweitzer related to the sufferings of others and wanted to do something to help.
Benedict Arnold is a militia captain who seeks too much glory and too much reimbursement.
Susan is from a Quaker family that believes men and women had equal standing before God.
The Easter Story has been adapted and painted by many believers.
Although his family continues to try to see him, Edgardo decides to remain with the Catholic Church.
Edgardo chooses the Catholic Church over freedom and his family.
Even after liberation, Edgardo plans never to rejoin his family.
The eldest of Edward III's children, Edward, the Black Prince, was the most famous medieval warrior of the day.
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