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81) Buffalo Bill
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Examines the life and times of the frontiersman whose many careers included Pony Express rider, Indian fighter, scout, and star of his own Wild West Show.
83) Here we all are
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Children's author-illustrator Tomie De Paola describes his experiences at home and in school when he was a boy.
84) Mozart tonight
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On the eve of his great operatic triumph "Don Giovanni," Mozart looks back on the events of his life that led to this moment.
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A Is for Abigail: An Almanac of Amazing American Women brings the great women of American history to life. Filled to the brim with words and pictures that celebrate the remarkable achievements of American women, this is a book to relish and to read again and again. Mothers, daughters, schoolchildren, and generations of families will take Abigail Adams's words to heart and "remember the ladies" once they read the stories of these astonishing, astounding,...
87) Igor Stravinsky
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The life story of the Russian composer known for his musical innovations.
95) Aaron Copland
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A biography of Copland, one of the greatest American composersof the 20th century.
96) Frida Kahlo
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Discusses the life of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, including her childhood, her art, and her marriage to Diego Rivera.
97) Duke Ellington
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Traces the life of the internationally-acclaimed musician and composer, Duke Ellington who helped popularize jazz music.
99) Salvador Dali
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Provides an entertaining and humorous introduction to the famous artist, Salvador Dali. Color reproductions of the actual paintings are enhanced by Venezia's illustrations and story line.
100) Ludwig Van Beethoven
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Briefly recounts the life of a composer who wrote beautiful sonatas and symphonies despite tragic personal problems.