Francisco Pizarro

by John DiConsiglio

Published 1 September 2008
- Opening quote by or about the featured villain/villainess
- Historical map, annotated with key locations from person's life
- A Wicked Web featuring allies and enemies
- Historical photos and etchings
- Boxes with additional information
- Photo documentaries: six to eight pages of photos and captions telling the person's life
- Timeline, glossary, additional sources
- Engaging narrative nonfiction written at a very accessible reading level

Robespierre

by John DiConsiglio

Published 1 February 2008
A biography of the controversial leader of the French Revolution who, in the name of democracy, supported the Reign of Terror which sent thousands of people to the guillotine.