People You Should Know: Set 1

Neither success nor achievement is limited by profession, gender, race, or creed. Individuals of every stripe have been recognized for the ways in which they have broken boundaries, persevered against incredible odds, elevated their respective crafts, and left a lasting imprint on the world at large. These volumes introduce readers to some of the most remarkable women, musicians, athletes, philosophers, artists, and world leaders of all time--individuals who are well worth knowing on a personal and professional level.
• Individuals are presented in an A-Z format
• Focused biographies clearly detail significant life events
• In-depth coverage of milestones in a wide variety of fields