John Wallner

A brief account of the life of the "Father of Our Country."

A brief account of the life and accomplishments of Christopher Columbus.

A brief biography of the woman who overcame her handicaps of being both blind and deaf.

Traces the life and achievements of the architect, bibliophile, president, and author of the Declaration of Independence.

An introduction to the genius with a curious mind who loved to experiment and who invented the phonograph, light bulb, movie camera, and numerous other items.

Traces the life of the nineteenth-century English woman who followed her calling to work in hospitals and improve the conditions under which the sick were treated.

Abraham Lincoln was one of America's greatest presidents. Born into humble beginnings, he lived in a log cabin and helped run the family farm. Later he became a store clerk, postmaster, and lawyer. People liked Abe's funny stories and kind words, and he quickly earned a reputation for his honesty. Abraham Lincoln took this honesty with him all the way to the White House. This spirited Holiday House reader highlights the life and accomplishments of...