Community Builders
1 primary work • 9 total works
Book 81
A biography of Bill Gates, focusing on the Seattle business community and the global village that he has helped create through his work as a computer software entrepreneur.
A simple biography of former First Lady Lady Bird Johnson, focusing on her efforts to beautify the nation.
Each title in this series is a biography of a well-known person who has contributed to the economic and cultural growth of a town, city, or region. Sidebars with related Internet sites, organizations, and books for further information are included.
Describes the efforts of Andrew Carnegie to build public libraries as a way of improving community life in Pittsburgh and other places.
Presents the life of the woman whose devotion to social work led to her establishing Hull House in Chicago and who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1931.
Relates the story of the founder of the Hershey Chocolate Company in Hershey, Pennsylvania, known for his hard work, perseverance, and charity on behalf of young people.
Relates the life story of Molly Brown, who rose from humble beginnings to great wealth through the Colorado Gold Rush, survived the sinking of the Titanic, and was active in social reform.