We may know about a famous person's accomplishments, but what do we know about THEM? What is the human-interest story in THEIR lives? This biography collection features the stories behind the lives of some famous (and not-so-famous) individuals.
Although his kingly ancestors had died violent deaths, Alexander the Great became ill with a fever and died soon thereafter. His outstanding victories...
Philip's well-trained military helps Alexander to be a strong leader.
Archeological discoveries reveal Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, as a place of wealth.
Take a virtual tour to visit some of the places Alexander conquers.
By his own measure, Dr. Nash has recovered from schizophrenia.
While suffering from a mental disorder, John Nash has periods of time where he does amazing work.
Edgardo Mortara is a Jewish child, living in a Papal State, who is legally removed from his home under canon laws regarding baptism.
Szpilman survives the ravages of Warsaw, and then meets Hosenfeld, a German officer who saves his life.
The Franks break the truce they reach with Saladin, so he raises an army to fight against them.
A slave owner himself, Jefferson introduces a bill to end slavery in Virginia in 1779.
The successful cotton merchant with whom Florie falls in love is actually a drug addict with a mistress and children.
This image depicts the site where Dietrich Bonhoeffer was executed at Flossenburg. His body was cremated thereafter and his ashes were reportedly scat...
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