The life of an entertainer goes beyond the technical training of vocalists or hours spent in the acting studio perfecting dramatic techniques. Entertainment is about holding an audience's attention, and with modern media, the bar is constantly being raised for what will captivate audiences. This collection of biographies details one hundred of the most influential entertainers of all time. It includes the best-known actors, comedians, directors, and...

This comprehensive volume covers more than 2,500 years of world history, from when wars were fought with spears and axes to beyond the point in which nuclear weapons first threatened humankind with total annihilation. It features military leaders both good and evil who represent nations throughout the world and the most significant wars in history. Each entry includes information about childhood influences, education, career highlights, post-military...

Technology has existed for as long as humankind has invented items that improve and enhance daily living. The innovators of technology profiled in this comprehensive resource have affected nearly every facet of life, from transportation and communication to science and entertainment. Their developments have built upon one another, each a stepping-stone toward even greater advances in technology. Their names range from the familiar-such as Thomas Edison-to...