Michael V Uschan
1) Halle Berry
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
This volume provides readers with a balanced biographical overview of actress Halle Berry. Chapters discuss her early life experiences as a biracial child, her first acting roles, and her rise to stardom as an Oscar winner. The book also discusses Berry's public relationships and divorces, and her experiences as a mother.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
According to the 2015 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, approximately 7.7 million Americans between the ages of 12 and 20 admit to consuming alcohol. However, overall rates of past month consumption, binge drinking, and heavy alcohol use have declined significantly between 2006 and 2015. This compelling resource offers a comprehensive and balanced discussion of teen alcohol consumption. The book takes a critical look at the many reasons teens...
3) Sarah Palin
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
Profiles the life and career of political figure Sarah Palin.
Author
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
c2011
Language
English
Description
Places important topics in context so that readers will understand the connection between black history and the sweep of America's story. This volume covers the African-American civil rights march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama to protect their voting rights.
6) Jet Li
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
Profiles the life and career of martial arts expert, Jet Li, written for young adults.
7) Tyler Perry
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
c2010
Language
English
Description
Discusses the life of actor, playwright, screenwriter, theater director, film director, television director, film producer, and television producer Tyler Perry, his early years, life in New Orleans, Louisiana, and the evolution of the Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, Georgia.
11) The blues
Author
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
Places important topics in context so that readers will understand the connection between black history and the sweep of America's story. This volume covers African American blues history and criticism.
Author
Publisher
Lucent Books, An imprint of Gale Cengage Learning
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
Places important topics in context so that readers will understand the connection between black history and the sweep of America's story. This volume covers James Forman, the executive secretary from 1961 to 1966 of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) a group that vowed to use nonviolent measures to help southern blacks.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
Covers the music, the musicians, the instruments, and music's place in cultural history. Presents a history of each musical style, from its roots to its expression along with glimpses of the lives of leading composers and musicians. This volume focuses on the music style of the Blues.
14) Alex Rodriguez
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
c2011
Language
English
Description
Profiles the life and career of baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez.
15) Will Smith
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Description
Profiles the life and career of actor Will Smith.
16) Michelle Obama
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Description
Profiles the life and career of Michelle Obama.
17) Golf
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books, a part of Gale, Cengage Learning
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Explores the scientific principles behind some of the most popular team and individual sports. Covers origins, history and changes, the biomechanics and physiology of playing, related health and medical concerns, and the causes and treatment of sports-related injuries. This volume covers golf.
18) Joe Biden
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
c2010
Language
English
Description
Profiles the life and career of the Vice-President of the United States, Joe Biden.
19) Barack Obama
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Description
Profiles the life and career of Barack Obama.