Steven Spielberg

by James Robert Parish

Published 31 December 2003
Ferguson Career Biographies tell the stories of some of the world's most influential people, following their career path and getting a sense of their historical importance. This book examines the life and career experiences of this screenwriter, director and producer, whose work includes Jaws, E.T., Saving Private Ryan.

Tom Hanks

by James Robert Parish

Published 30 April 2004
Tom Hanks: Actor profiles one of today's most widely known and respected actors. From his humble beginnings on a television sitcom to his back-to-back Oscar wins for Philadelphia and Forrest Gump, Tom Hanks has continually demonstrated his charm and talent. Building on his success as a performer, Hanks has also turned to producing, specializing in programs such as From the Earth to the Moon and Band of Brothers that portray great moments in American history. Hanks, whose films have included Joe Versus the Volcano, Saving Private Ryan, and Cast Away, earned his success through hard work and dedication.

Jim Henson

by James Robert Parish

Published 30 July 2006
Each Volume includes: - A career section that looks closely at the person's career and presents important information about that career - Black-and-white photographs - An informative timeline that highlights important events in the subjects life - Additional resources for learning more about the subject's life and career - A comprehensive index. Career coverage includes: - Specific occupational information, including job description, educational requirements, types of employers, advice on starting out, advancement, work environment, earnings, and job outlook - Resources for learning more about each career, including a bibliography, Web sites, and contact information for relevant organizations.

Jennifer Lopez

by James Robert Parish

Published 30 July 2006
The only biography series to include a section on career information. The ""Ferguson Career Biographies"" series tells the stories of some of the world's most influential and admired people, focusing on the subject's early education and training, challenges faced on the job, important mentors, and career achievements. Students follow each person's journey along one or more career paths and get a sense of the person's historical importance. These unique volumes present important information on each subject's career in a way that makes it easy to integrate into classroom and take-home assignments.

Stan Lee

by James Robert Parish

Published 30 July 2006
The only biography series to include a section on career information. The ""Ferguson Career Biographies"" series tells the stories of some of the world's most influential and admired people, focusing on the subject's early education and training, challenges faced on the job, important mentors, and career achievements. Students follow each person's journey along one or more career paths and get a sense of the person's historical importance. These unique volumes present important information on each subject's career in a way that makes it easy to integrate into classroom and take-home assignments.

Katie Couric

by James Robert Parish

Published 30 November 2006
The only biography series to include a section on career information. The ""Ferguson Career Biographies"" series tells the stories of some of the world's most influential and admired people, focusing on the subject's early education and training, challenges faced on the job, important mentors, and career achievements. Students follow each person's journey along one or more career paths and get a sense of the person's historical importance. These unique volumes present important information on each subject's career in a way that makes it easy to integrate into classroom and take-home assignments.

Gloria Estefan

by James Robert Parish

Published 30 November 2006

Twyla Tharp

by James Robert Parish

Published 30 April 2005
Providing a detailed look at one of the world's most famous choreographers. Tharp developed a signature style that is now a cornerstone of modern dance.