Biography is a documentary television series. Originally produced by CBS in 1962 and hosted by Mike Wallace, the A&E Network later re-ran it and has produced new episodes since 1987. The series has featured biographies on such people as Elvis Presley, Pl
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Eustace Percy's Book, JOHN KNOX, Released by Lutterworth Press Today
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2013
“No grander figure can be found, in the entire history of the Reformation in this island, than that of John Knox” wrote the historian Froude. Yet, John Knox has suffered in the twentieth century from the common trick of the popular imagination that seizes on one aspect of a historical figure and...
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2013
“No grander figure can be found, in the entire history of the Reformation in this island, than that of John Knox” wrote the historian Froude. Yet, John Knox has suffered in the twentieth century from the common trick of the popular imagination that seizes on one aspect of a historical figure and...
Seth Davis Releases WOODEN: A COACH'S LIFE on 50th Anniversary of John Wooden's NCAA Championship at UCLA
by Christina Mancuso - October 22, 2013
In January 2014, Sports Illustrated writer and CBS college basketball analyst Seth Davis's definitive and unflinching biography of UCLA coaching legend John Wooden will be the talk of the sports world. Davislooks at Wooden's life as he lived it, beyond the press clippings and championships. This is ...
by Christina Mancuso - October 22, 2013
In January 2014, Sports Illustrated writer and CBS college basketball analyst Seth Davis's definitive and unflinching biography of UCLA coaching legend John Wooden will be the talk of the sports world. Davislooks at Wooden's life as he lived it, beyond the press clippings and championships. This is ...
Eustace Percy's Book, JOHN KNOX, to Be Released by Lutterworth Press, 10/31
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2013
“No grander figure can be found, in the entire history of the Reformation in this island, than that of John Knox” wrote the historian Froude. Yet, John Knox has suffered in the twentieth century from the common trick of the popular imagination that seizes on one aspect of a historical figure and...
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2013
“No grander figure can be found, in the entire history of the Reformation in this island, than that of John Knox” wrote the historian Froude. Yet, John Knox has suffered in the twentieth century from the common trick of the popular imagination that seizes on one aspect of a historical figure and...
SLCL's Westfall Series Presents Pulitzer Prize-Winning Biographer A. Scott Berg Today
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2013
The St. Louis County Library Foundation's 'Buzz' Westfall Favorite Author Series presents bestselling historian A. Scott Berg for a discussion and signing of his new biography 'Wilson' today, October 21 at 7:00 p.m. at Library Headquarters (1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd.) The program is free and open to th...
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2013
The St. Louis County Library Foundation's 'Buzz' Westfall Favorite Author Series presents bestselling historian A. Scott Berg for a discussion and signing of his new biography 'Wilson' today, October 21 at 7:00 p.m. at Library Headquarters (1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd.) The program is free and open to th...
Artist Ted Lewy's Colorful Life and Works Celebrated in New Book
by Christina Mancuso - October 18, 2013
Accomplished artist Ted Lewy was born on September 4, 1912, in a small town called Schubin in West Prussia, part of the German Empire before World War I. How Lewy arrived and fell in love with San Francisco Bay Area and influence it through his art is now revealed in a beautiful biography about his ...
by Christina Mancuso - October 18, 2013
Accomplished artist Ted Lewy was born on September 4, 1912, in a small town called Schubin in West Prussia, part of the German Empire before World War I. How Lewy arrived and fell in love with San Francisco Bay Area and influence it through his art is now revealed in a beautiful biography about his ...
Carmen R. Nelson Reflects on Father in the U.S. Army During World War II
by Christina Mancuso - October 14, 2013
Carmen R. Nelson-Holt is one of Cleveland's 'Moot' Nelson's seven children. Before his passing in 1994, Cleveland jokingly told her to go ahead and proceed with getting his diary published. The diary was Cleveland's personal assessment of the war but when it was over, it was carefully buried away, a...
by Christina Mancuso - October 14, 2013
Carmen R. Nelson-Holt is one of Cleveland's 'Moot' Nelson's seven children. Before his passing in 1994, Cleveland jokingly told her to go ahead and proceed with getting his diary published. The diary was Cleveland's personal assessment of the war but when it was over, it was carefully buried away, a...
Dr. Earle Labor Releases Biography, 'Jack London: An American Life'
by Christina Mancuso - October 11, 2013
Dr. Earle Labor, Centenary's Emeritus Professor of American Literature and Director of the Jack London Research Center, is celebrating the release of his biography, 'Jack London: An American Life,' published by Farrar, Straus & Giroux....
by Christina Mancuso - October 11, 2013
Dr. Earle Labor, Centenary's Emeritus Professor of American Literature and Director of the Jack London Research Center, is celebrating the release of his biography, 'Jack London: An American Life,' published by Farrar, Straus & Giroux....
SLCL's Westfall Series Presents Pulitzer Prize-Winning Biographer A. Scott Berg, 10/21
by Christina Mancuso - October 07, 2013
The St. Louis County Library Foundation's 'Buzz' Westfall Favorite Author Series is pleased to present bestselling historian A. Scott Berg for a discussion and signing of his new biography 'Wilson' on Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m. at Library Headquarters (1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd.) The program is fr...
by Christina Mancuso - October 07, 2013
The St. Louis County Library Foundation's 'Buzz' Westfall Favorite Author Series is pleased to present bestselling historian A. Scott Berg for a discussion and signing of his new biography 'Wilson' on Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m. at Library Headquarters (1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd.) The program is fr...
Muhammad Raza Releases 'Thanks to My Killer Wife'
by Christina Mancuso - October 02, 2013
In 'Thanks to My Killer Wife: The World's True Story' (published by AuthorHouse), author Muhammad Raza's new biography, readers are shown how to express love to all and help individuals suffering. 'Life is just once,' says Raza, 'let each and every face smile.'...
by Christina Mancuso - October 02, 2013
In 'Thanks to My Killer Wife: The World's True Story' (published by AuthorHouse), author Muhammad Raza's new biography, readers are shown how to express love to all and help individuals suffering. 'Life is just once,' says Raza, 'let each and every face smile.'...
Moving Image Celebrates JIM HENSON: THE BIOGRAPHY with Panel Discussion, Rare Clips, Reception Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2013
Museum of the Moving Image and The Jim Henson Legacy will celebrate the publication of Jim Henson: The Biography (2013, Ballantine Books), by Brian Jay Jones, with a special event featuring a reception, screenings of rare clips, a panel discussion, and book signing tonight, October 1...
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2013
Museum of the Moving Image and The Jim Henson Legacy will celebrate the publication of Jim Henson: The Biography (2013, Ballantine Books), by Brian Jay Jones, with a special event featuring a reception, screenings of rare clips, a panel discussion, and book signing tonight, October 1...
Moving Image to Celebrate JIM HENSON: THE BIOGRAPHY with Panel Discussion, Rare Clips, Reception, 10/1
by Molly Tracy - September 24, 2013
Museum of the Moving Image and The Jim Henson Legacy will celebrate the publication of Jim Henson: The Biography (2013, Ballantine Books), by Brian Jay Jones, with a special event featuring a reception, screenings of rare clips, a panel discussion, and book signing on Tuesday, October 1. Jones's eag...
by Molly Tracy - September 24, 2013
Museum of the Moving Image and The Jim Henson Legacy will celebrate the publication of Jim Henson: The Biography (2013, Ballantine Books), by Brian Jay Jones, with a special event featuring a reception, screenings of rare clips, a panel discussion, and book signing on Tuesday, October 1. Jones's eag...
Mary Price Boday Set for A DANCER'S JOURNEY Talk, Book Signing, 10/5
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2013
As part of the Artist Talk Series, Steps on Broadway presents a panel discussion and book signing of Mary Price Boday's 'A Dancer's Journey: The Biography of Mary Anthony' including panelists Boday, Mary Anthony, one of the leaders of the American modern dance movement, and Mary Anthony Dance Theate...
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2013
As part of the Artist Talk Series, Steps on Broadway presents a panel discussion and book signing of Mary Price Boday's 'A Dancer's Journey: The Biography of Mary Anthony' including panelists Boday, Mary Anthony, one of the leaders of the American modern dance movement, and Mary Anthony Dance Theate...
Leonardo DiCaprio Set to Lead Woodrow Wilson Biopic; Warner Bros. Close to Deal
by Tyler Peterson - September 17, 2013
According to The Hollywood Reporter, DiCaprio, who's just coming off of Baz Luhrmaan's THE GREAT GATSBY, is set to produce and star in the film adaptation of Peter Berg's recently released biography, titled WILSON. Variety first reported the rumor yesterday, but THR has confirmed that DiCaprio's dea...
by Tyler Peterson - September 17, 2013
According to The Hollywood Reporter, DiCaprio, who's just coming off of Baz Luhrmaan's THE GREAT GATSBY, is set to produce and star in the film adaptation of Peter Berg's recently released biography, titled WILSON. Variety first reported the rumor yesterday, but THR has confirmed that DiCaprio's dea...
Leonardo DiCaprio to Star in WILSON Biopic?
by Movies News Desk - September 16, 2013
Variety reports that Leonardo DiCaprio might star in Warner Bros. upcoming Woodrow Wilson biopic WILSON, adapted from A. Scott Berg's biography, out last week....
by Movies News Desk - September 16, 2013
Variety reports that Leonardo DiCaprio might star in Warner Bros. upcoming Woodrow Wilson biopic WILSON, adapted from A. Scott Berg's biography, out last week....
The Biography of a New Canadian Family Volume 4 is Released
by Christina Mancuso - September 13, 2013
Authors Pierre L. Delva and Joan Campbell-Delva carefully pen a comprehensive, detailed and engaging narrative that tells their memorable and interesting experiences in the world of the academe in The Biography of a New Canadian Family Volume 4. This book highlights their fruitful and blissful stay ...
by Christina Mancuso - September 13, 2013
Authors Pierre L. Delva and Joan Campbell-Delva carefully pen a comprehensive, detailed and engaging narrative that tells their memorable and interesting experiences in the world of the academe in The Biography of a New Canadian Family Volume 4. This book highlights their fruitful and blissful stay ...
Shane Salerno Releases Biography and Documentary on CATCHER IN THE RYE Author JD Salinger
by Nicole Rosky - August 19, 2013
Shane Salerno has been hard at work on a book biography and accompanying documentary on 'Catcher in the Rye' author JD Salinger, collecting interviews with friends and fans for over nine years. The book will be released on September 3 and the film on September 9....
by Nicole Rosky - August 19, 2013
Shane Salerno has been hard at work on a book biography and accompanying documentary on 'Catcher in the Rye' author JD Salinger, collecting interviews with friends and fans for over nine years. The book will be released on September 3 and the film on September 9....
Craig Jurgensen Releases New Spiritual Memoir, ROUNDS WITH JIM
by Christina Mancuso - August 15, 2013
In his new book 'Rounds with Jim: A Medical Biography' (published by WestBow Press), author and medical doctor Craig Jurgensen takes readers through the personal story of how and why he developed a personal approach to treating patients....
by Christina Mancuso - August 15, 2013
In his new book 'Rounds with Jim: A Medical Biography' (published by WestBow Press), author and medical doctor Craig Jurgensen takes readers through the personal story of how and why he developed a personal approach to treating patients....
Ballet Teacher, David Howard, Passes Away at Age 76
by Christina Mancuso - August 14, 2013
One of the world's greatest ballet teachers, David Howard, has passed away at the age of 76. He was a true legend in his field, whose generosity of spirit, great sense of humor, and dedication to the art have inspired many generations of dancers....
by Christina Mancuso - August 14, 2013
One of the world's greatest ballet teachers, David Howard, has passed away at the age of 76. He was a true legend in his field, whose generosity of spirit, great sense of humor, and dedication to the art have inspired many generations of dancers....
ESP to Present BIOGRAPHY Reading at North Seattle Community College, 8/19
by Tyler Peterson - August 09, 2013
Into the sunny heat of August, ESP introduces the cool breeze of witty comedy - the terrific play Biography, by S. N. Behrman. This 1932 Broadway hit concerns the return to the United States of the Tennessee expatriate Marion Froude, who has been leading a highly artistic lifestyle in between-the-wa...
by Tyler Peterson - August 09, 2013
Into the sunny heat of August, ESP introduces the cool breeze of witty comedy - the terrific play Biography, by S. N. Behrman. This 1932 Broadway hit concerns the return to the United States of the Tennessee expatriate Marion Froude, who has been leading a highly artistic lifestyle in between-the-wa...
Christian Bale Book Named Best Biography by Texas Association of Authors
by Robert Diamond - August 04, 2013
'Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman' (BenBella Books, ISBN: 978-1-936661-64-0) has been named 2013 Best Biography by the Texas Association of Authors....
by Robert Diamond - August 04, 2013
'Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman' (BenBella Books, ISBN: 978-1-936661-64-0) has been named 2013 Best Biography by the Texas Association of Authors....
Fox News Attacks Liberal Media for ZEALOT Praise
by Nicole Rosky - July 24, 2013
A recent Fox News article criticizes praise for Reza Aslan's 'Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth'- a new book that has reached #2 on Amazon's Bestsellers list. In the article, Fox News writes that claims of Reza being a relegious scholar are unfounded and that they 'fail to mention' tha...
by Nicole Rosky - July 24, 2013
A recent Fox News article criticizes praise for Reza Aslan's 'Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth'- a new book that has reached #2 on Amazon's Bestsellers list. In the article, Fox News writes that claims of Reza being a relegious scholar are unfounded and that they 'fail to mention' tha...
ForeWord Reviews Book of the Year Awards Recognizes Jerry Lee Lewis, Jimmy Swaggart, and Mickey Gilley by J.D. Davis
by Christina Mancuso - July 24, 2013
ForeWord Reviews Book of Year Awards recognizes the biography of famous first cousins Jerry Lee Lewis, Jimmy Swaggart, and Mickey Gilley....
by Christina Mancuso - July 24, 2013
ForeWord Reviews Book of Year Awards recognizes the biography of famous first cousins Jerry Lee Lewis, Jimmy Swaggart, and Mickey Gilley....
Ana Maria Ward Reveals Life Story in I AM A PATCHWORK QUILT
by Christina Mancuso - July 18, 2013
Author Ana Maria Ward remembered when her father was given a Quilt of Valor, and she realized that people are all connected like patches on a quilt. In I Am a Patchwork Quilt, she recalls how her connection with her parents from the day she was born paved a way for her to experience that bond with o...
by Christina Mancuso - July 18, 2013
Author Ana Maria Ward remembered when her father was given a Quilt of Valor, and she realized that people are all connected like patches on a quilt. In I Am a Patchwork Quilt, she recalls how her connection with her parents from the day she was born paved a way for her to experience that bond with o...
Julianna Brydon's ANNA'S STORY is Released
by Christina Mancuso - July 16, 2013
Author Julianna offers a thoroughly absorbing biography that gives a concrete picture of the trials and tribulations faced by immigrants back in the early 20th century titled Anna's Story. Inspired by and based from her mother's life story, this book chronicles a young woman's stirring journey from ...
by Christina Mancuso - July 16, 2013
Author Julianna offers a thoroughly absorbing biography that gives a concrete picture of the trials and tribulations faced by immigrants back in the early 20th century titled Anna's Story. Inspired by and based from her mother's life story, this book chronicles a young woman's stirring journey from ...
RosettaBooks Announces eBook CAPOTE Biography
by Christina Mancuso - July 10, 2013
Leading independent eBook publisher RosettaBooks has announced the first-time digital release of Gerald Clarke's 1988 biography of Truman Capote....
by Christina Mancuso - July 10, 2013
Leading independent eBook publisher RosettaBooks has announced the first-time digital release of Gerald Clarke's 1988 biography of Truman Capote....
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