Famous People Chapters

People who change the world may, or may not, be famous in their own lifetimes. Often it takes years for others to understand forward-thinking contributions. This collection introduces you to some of the world's most-famous people

In 1994, Mandela becomes South Africa's first black president through a democratic vote.

African Americans and their allies demonstrate in the nation's capitol

Margaret plans a career in politics after college, and marries Denis Thatcher.

Margaret Mitchell created Scarlett O'Hara, a flirting Southern belle with lots of suitors. In real life, Mitchell was also a flirt with many suitors.

Telling no one but her husband about her novel, Margaret Mitchell finally gets the courage to give her manuscript to Harold Latham, chief editor at Th...

Margaret begins in British politics as a Member of Parliament.

Margaret wins the race and is elected the first female British Prime Minister.

Marie Antoinette loses her head by guillotine seven months after French Revolutionary authorities execute her husband, King Louis XVI

Francis Marion and his troop of 150 men do their best to remain elusive while chasing the British out of South Carolina.

After losing so many of his closest family members, Samuel Clemens - better known as Mark Twain - develops a serious heart condition. People who knew ...

In 1870, Samuel Clemens marries Olivia Langdon. Better known as "Livy," she becomes the love of Mark Twain's life.

During the final years of his life, Samuel Clemens - better known as Mark Twain - experiences the loss of his beloved family members.

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